The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has empanelled Informatic Computech Pvt. Ltd. (ICPL) as an authorized Digital Connectivity Rating Agency (DCRA)

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has empanelled Informatic Computech Pvt. Ltd. (ICPL) as an authorized Digital Connectivity Rating Agency (DCRA), granting the company PAN-India operational approval valid until December 18, 2030. This empanelment is part of TRAI’s Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024, an initiative aimed at creating a standardized framework to assess and strengthen in-building digital infrastructure nationwide.

Scope of ICPL’s Role

As a recognized DCRA, ICPL is now permitted to conduct independent and objective evaluations of digital connectivity across a broad range of properties, including residential complexes, commercial buildings, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and public infrastructure.

Evaluation Framework

The rating process will analyze critical aspects of digital readiness such as fiber infrastructure availability, mobile network coverage, in-building Wi-Fi systems, and overall service performance. Based on these parameters, properties will be awarded a connectivity score ranging from one to five stars, offering a uniform benchmark for digital quality.

Regulatory Mandates and Industry Impact

TRAI has mandated that central government properties of public importance—such as airports, railway stations, and similar facilities—must undergo digital connectivity ratings within one year of receiving occupancy certification.

These ratings are designed to benefit multiple stakeholders. Buyers and tenants gain greater transparency when evaluating properties, while developers and facility managers are encouraged to integrate robust, future-ready digital infrastructure from the design stage itself. The initiative supports India’s broader vision of creating digitally resilient and well-connected built environments.

By – Aaradhay Sharma