What Does Vedang’s Registration with TRAI Mean?

TRAI’s Digital Connectivity Rating framework introduces a standardised way to assess digital connectivity within properties. It gives property managers a defined process for evaluating their digital infrastructure and understanding how well it supports connectivity.

Vedang Cellular Services is listed on TRAI’s official register of Digital Connectivity Rating Agencies, with a pan-India area of operation and registration valid until 18 December 2030, according to the register available at the time of writing.

For us, this registration is closely connected to the work we do in telecom infrastructure. Indoor connectivity is not simply a question of whether a mobile signal reaches a building. The infrastructure inside the property, the coverage available in different areas and the provision made for connectivity all contribute to the overall picture.

As a registered DCRA, Vedang can undertake assessments within the scope of its registration and the applicable TRAI framework. Our announcement covers assessments for Category A and Category B properties, supported by our multi-operator expertise.

The rating itself is determined through the prescribed assessment process. Registration as a DCRA does not automatically give a property a rating, nor does it guarantee a particular result. Each property must go through the applicable process.

Property owners and developers can consult TRAI’s official list of registered Digital Connectivity Rating Agencies to verify registered agencies and their areas of operation.

What Is a Digital Connectivity Rating Agency?

A Digital Connectivity Rating Agency assesses a property’s digital connectivity against the requirements and methodology established under TRAI’s rating framework.

Think of it as a structured way to understand the digital connectivity provisions within a building. Rather than relying only on individual experiences or occasional signal checks, property stakeholders can use an assessment to examine connectivity and the infrastructure supporting it.

Depending on the property’s category and the applicable criteria, the framework considers areas such as:

• Mobile network availability: The availability of mobile connectivity within the property.
• Indoor coverage: Connectivity across relevant areas, which may include different floors, basements and lifts.
• Digital infrastructure: Provisions such as in-building solutions, distributed antenna systems, fibre infrastructure and Wi-Fi.
• Reliability provisions: Applicable infrastructure and redundancy requirements.
• Readiness for future needs: Whether the property’s digital infrastructure can support evolving connectivity requirements.

The exact criteria depend on the relevant property category and the current assessment guidelines. The purpose is to evaluate connectivity using a defined methodology rather than treating every building as though it has the same requirements.

TRAI introduced the Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations in October 2024. The framework has since been amended, and TRAI issued its Rating Manual 2026 in June 2026. Property assessments must follow the applicable regulations, manual and subsequent directions.

Why Should Property Owners Pay Attention to Indoor Connectivity?

Digital connectivity is part of how people experience a building, but it can be easy to overlook when planning or managing a property.

Consider a commercial building where mobile coverage is inconsistent in meeting rooms. In a hospital, staff and visitors may need reliable communication across different parts of the facility. In a residential complex, residents may find that coverage differs between their apartments, common areas and parking levels.

These are different situations, but they raise the same question: does the building’s digital infrastructure adequately support the people who use it?

A structured assessment can help property stakeholders move beyond assumptions and identify areas that deserve attention.

Understand Where Connectivity May Be Falling Short

Connectivity complaints can point to a problem, but they do not always explain its cause or extent. A formal assessment provides a more systematic way to examine the property’s connectivity against the applicable criteria.

The findings can help stakeholders understand what is working, where gaps may exist and whether further investigation is necessary.

Make Better-Informed Infrastructure Decisions

Digital infrastructure decisions can involve several considerations, including the building’s design, existing telecom provisions and the requirements of different operators.

An assessment can give property managers a clearer basis for discussing these requirements with the relevant technical teams and service providers. It can also help identify infrastructure considerations that should be addressed before they become more difficult or expensive to accommodate.

The assessment does not automatically resolve a connectivity problem. Where gaps are identified, the appropriate response will depend on the findings, the property’s requirements and the solutions available.

Consider Connectivity Earlier in New Developments

For buildings under construction, digital connectivity is worth considering before the property is occupied. Planning for telecom spaces, pathways, cabling and other applicable infrastructure can help avoid leaving essential connectivity provisions until the end of the project.

TRAI’s updated framework includes a structured assessment and certification process for under-construction properties. This gives property stakeholders a way to consider digital connectivity at relevant stages of development, in line with the applicable requirements.

For existing buildings, an assessment can help establish a clearer picture of the infrastructure already in place and the improvements that may need consideration.

How Does the TRAI Digital Connectivity Rating Process Work?

TRAI’s Digital Connectivity Rating platform brings property managers and registered DCRAs into a defined process for property assessment and rating.

In practical terms, the process starts with the property manager identifying the property and applying for a rating through the prescribed platform. The property manager can then select a registered DCRA, which undertakes the assigned assessment in accordance with the applicable methodology.

Here’s how the process works, from application to assessment:

1. Register the property and submit an application.

The property manager provides the required property details and supporting information through TRAI’s digital platform.

2. Select a registered DCRA.

The property manager selects an agency from the registered options available for the relevant property and location.

3. Complete the prescribed assessment.

The selected agency evaluates the property using the applicable criteria and testing methodology. This can involve reviewing the relevant infrastructure and carrying out prescribed on-site measurements.

4. Document the findings.

The assessment results and supporting information are recorded through the prescribed process.

5. Complete the rating process.

The applicable rating and certification process follows the regulatory framework. Ratings and certificates can be made available through TRAI’s platform in accordance with its procedures.

The specific requirements vary by property category and circumstances. Property managers should consult TRAI’s current guidelines and platform for the applicable process rather than assume that every property follows an identical assessment path.

TRAI launched its Digital Connectivity Rating platform in September 2026 to support the end-to-end process, including applications, assessments and public access to published ratings. This also gives consumers and other stakeholders a way to look up rated properties and review available rating information.

You can consult the TRAI Digital Connectivity Rating platform and guidance for the current requirements.

How Vedang Approaches Digital Connectivity Assessment

At Vedang, our work in telecom infrastructure gives us a practical perspective on the challenges of indoor connectivity. The network experience inside a building depends on more than what is available outside it. The infrastructure within the property and how it accommodates connectivity requirements also matter.

Our DCRA registration brings this area of work into the formal assessment framework established by TRAI.

Our announcement highlights our multi-operator expertise and our assessment scope for Category A and Category B properties. This matters in buildings where connectivity needs must be considered across different operators, rather than viewed from the perspective of a single network alone.

Assessment and improvement, however, are two distinct activities. A rating assessment evaluates the property against the applicable framework. If the findings indicate a need for infrastructure improvements, the next steps will depend on the property’s circumstances and technical requirements.

Vedang also works in telecom infrastructure and in-building solutions. Our telecom services include work associated with indoor network coverage, including infrastructure planning, surveys, cabling, testing and integration, depending on project requirements.

This experience is relevant because connectivity challenges often need to be understood in the context of the building itself. The assessment provides a structured view of the property’s digital connectivity, while any subsequent improvement work needs to respond to the actual gaps and requirements identified.

For property owners and developers, the important point is that a rating should be approached as an assessment of the property, not simply as a certificate to obtain. Understanding the findings is what helps inform decisions about digital infrastructure.

You can learn more about Vedang’s telecom services and in-building infrastructure capabilities.