TRAI to boost in-building network quality by registering eight digital connectivity rating agencies

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has granted registrations to eight applicants as Digital Connectivity Rating Agency (DCRA) under the 'Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024'. These eight DCRAs have been authorized to assess and rate digital connectivity in accordance with the relevant regulations. The Ministry of Communications said in a release that this registration is granted for a period of five years from the date of grant of registration and is subject to compliance.

The names of these agencies are - Ardom Towergen Private Limited, Crest Digitel Private Limited, CTL Infocom Private Limited, ESTEX Telecom Private Limited, Frog Cellsat Limited, Phistream Consulting Private Limited, Shaurrya Teleservices Private Limited, and TUV SUD South Asia Private Limited.

The DCRA will conduct an assessment of digital connectivity as per the methodology specified in the Manual for Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity released on August 13, 2025. Based on these assessments, DCRA will assign the 'Star Rating' to properties for their digital connectivity. These ratings will enable prospective buyers, tenants and businesses to make informed decisions on the basis of actual connectivity performance.

TRA had in May this year released the draft manual for assessment of rating of properties for digital connectivity under the "Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024".