Section 47 of The Telecommunications Act, 2023. View Chapter 10

Certification for amateur station operator


   The Central Government may by rules provide for the manner of certification of person to install and operate an amateur station and such rules may specify the qualifications and terms and conditions subject to which, a certification for operating an amateur station may be granted, including through conduct of examinations for granting such certification, the fees and charges to be paid thereof, and other connected matters.

   Explanation.—For the purposes of this section,

       (a)  “amateur services” means radio communication services for the purpose of self-training, intercommunication and technical investigations carried out by amateurs, that is, by duly authorised person interested in radio technique solely with a personal aim and without any pecuniary interest;

       (b)  “amateur station” means a radio station operated by an amateur for amateur services.