MNP - Mobile Number Portability is becoming a reality in India from 31st December 2009 - The Wait is over

Mobile Number Portability or MNP is becoming a reality for Indians.  The regulations pertaining to MNP, finalized by TRAI have been published in the Official GAZETTE OF INDIA.


MNP is going to be implemented from 31st December 2009, in respect of Metro & Category 'A' Licensed Service Areas.


These circles are as follows:

1. Delhi
2. Mumbai
3. Chennai
4. Kolkatta
5. Maharashtra
6. Gujarat
7. Andhra Pradesh
8. Karnataka
9. Tamil Nadu

In all other Licensed Service Areas it will come in to force from 20th March, 2010.

• There will be two Clearing Houses to implement this in two zones.
• Zone 1 - West & South India
• Zone 2 - North & East India

The Number Porting Charges, Transaction Charge and Dipping Charge - i.e. which are to be paid by the customer to port or migrate their number have not yet been notified. They will be finalized and declared by TRAI before the said date of implementation.


Currently all the operators are creating requisite systems, upgrades, processes and rules for MNP internally. Also they making their ERP systems fully ready and making internal staff aware and trained about it.


This is just a teaser informing you about the implementation date.
We are going to cover this issue in full detail with all its ramifications, processes, guidelines etc.


Our team will give you simplest & detailed understanding about the MNP in the time to come and also update you about how much it will pinch your pocket i.e.the cost element involved in it.


Stay Tuned For More..........