The Government of India has released the guidelines for 3G services. According to the guidelines released by DoT, 3G spectrum will be permitted in the 2.1 GHz band.

Besides the initial, one-time spectrum charge, it has been decided that a successful service provider would pay an additional spectrum charge of 0.5% of their total adjusted gross revenue (AGR), as the recurring annual spectrum charge. This additional revenue share is proposed to be 1% of AGR after three years from the date of spectrum assignment.

The roll-out requirements, including rural roll-out, as well as stiff penalties for non-compliance of the same has been stipulated. Mergers will not be allowed during the initial five years. No trading/reselling of spectrum is allowed. 

Guidelines specifiy that the 3G (3rd generation) mobile telecommunications is the generic name for the next generation of mobile networks that will combine wireless mobile technology with high data rate transmission capabilities.