The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Naya Raipur to advance next-generation telecom technologies and standards. This cooperation of TEC and IIIT Naya Raipur will strengthen India's presence in global telecom standards and forums.
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TEC and IIIT Naya Raipur Signs MoU to Next-Generation Telecom Technologies
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India and the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Naya Raipur have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly pursue research, innovation, and standardization in next-generation telecommunications technologies.
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This strategic partnership combines TEC’s national leadership in telecom standardization with IIIT Naya Raipur’s academic and research excellence, creating a collaborative framework to advance India’s role in global telecom innovation.
Key Areas of TEC and IIIT Naya Raipur MoU
The key areas of the MoU signed by Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) and IIIT Naya Raipur are as follows.
- Open RAN and Network Disaggregation: Development of open interfaces, modular architectures, virtualization, and vendor interoperability.
- Cognitive Radio and Spectrum Sharing: Research on coexistence frameworks and studies aligned with WRC-27 agenda items.
- 5G / 6G / IoT Frameworks: Joint research on emerging technologies and test environments for future network generations.
- Standardization Contributions: Collaborative participation in ITU-T Study Groups and TEC’s National Working Groups.
- India-Specific Test Frameworks: Development of standards and interoperability solutions tailored to India’s digital ecosystem.
Aims of TEC and IIIT Naya Raipur MoU
The MoU for next-generation telecom technologies between TEC and IIIT Naya Raipur aims to promote digital inclusion by developing affordable, interoperable and vendor-neutral solutions suited to India's diverse connectivity needs.
Most importantly, it will help prepare the nation for the next wave of telecom evolution, including the advent of 6G networks and advanced IoT applications, ensuring India remains at the forefront of global digital transformation.
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This collaboration is expected to significantly strengthen India’s participation in global telecom standards and international policy forums. By fostering joint research testbeds and real-world collaborations, it will accelerate innovation across emerging communication technologies.
About Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC)
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) is the technical arm of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India. TEC formulates technical standards, specifications, and test requirements for telecom equipment and networks in India, ensuring interoperability, quality, and alignment with global best practices.
The Telecommunications Engineering Centre (TEC) is headquartered in New Delhi. It has three additional regional centres located in Kolkata, Mumbai and Bangalore.
Vision
TEC shall leverage its status as a Centre of Excellence in Telecom to position India as a Lead Telecom Knowledge and Manufacturing Hub of Asia-Pacific Nations by driving Telecom Standards, Manufacturing Support and Network Building Skill sets in the interests of this region and market.
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About IIIT Naya Raipur
The International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Naya Raipur is an institute of national importance engaged in advanced research and innovation in information and communication technologies. The institute works closely with industry and government to drive technology development, skill building, and innovation for India’s digital transformation.
Vision of IIIT Naya Raipur
The vision of IIIT Naya Raipur is to be a leading technology institute that produces high quality IT professionals and fosters technological innovation for social upliftment.
Mission of IIIT Naya Raipur
The mission of IIIT Naya Raipur is to create an Institute of Excellence in IT Education and Research for imparting knowledge through education, advancing knowledge through research, and providing service to the region, nation and mankind to contribute towards the creation of a better society.
Static Current Affairs related to TEC for upcoming exams
- Form of TEC: Telecommunication Engineering Centre
- Headquarters: New Delhi
- Head: Syed Tausif Abbas
- Director (Finance): Bhavesh Anil Sharma
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