Companies launching satellite TV channels in India need permission from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting under the Uplinking and Downlinking Guidelines, 2022. Permissions cover uplinking from India, downlinking for distribution in India, and teleports. Applicants must be Indian companies meeting net worth requirements, obtain security clearance, and use authorised satellites and teleports.
Permission types
- Uplinking of channels
- Downlinking for Indian distribution
- Teleport operation
- Live event uplinking
Eligibility
- Indian company
- Net worth as specified
- Security clearance of directors
- FDI within limits
Process
- Apply on Broadcast Seva.
- Security clearance.
- WPC and satellite approvals.
- Permission and channel launch.
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Programme and advertising codes, public service broadcasting obligations and annual fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do OTT platforms need this permission?
No, OTT platforms follow the IT Rules framework, not uplinking guidelines.
Is there a public service broadcasting obligation?
The 2022 guidelines require channels to carry content of national and public interest for a specified time.
Can foreign channels be downlinked?
Yes, with downlinking permission through an Indian entity.
How long does approval take?
Several months including security clearance.
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