Elon Musk’s Starlink is finally ready to enter the Indian market, with commercial operations expected to begin within the next two months. The move follows the company’s recent approval from India’s Department of Telecommunications, which granted it a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license, clearing a major regulatory hurdle.
Starlink’s internet service will be priced at ₹3,000 per month for unlimited high-speed data, with users required to purchase a hardware kit (including the dish and router) for ₹33,000. A one-month free trial will be offered to new users, according to sources familiar with the company’s rollout plans.
Targeting India’s Connectivity Gaps
The service is aimed at users in remote and underserved areas where traditional broadband remains limited or unreliable. Starlink’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network is designed to deliver high-speed internet with low latency, making it ideal for rural India, border regions, and hilly terrain.
Partnering with Indian Telecom Giants
Starlink has already established distribution partnerships with major Indian telecom players, including Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, which are expected to assist in deployment and retail logistics. However, the company must still secure spectrum allocation and final approvals from India’s space regulator IN-SPACe and national security agencies before fully launching services.
Rising Competition in India’s Satellite Internet Market
India’s satellite internet space is heating up, with Starlink joining rivals like OneWeb and Jio Satellite Communications. While Starlink is expected to offer a premium product, its entry has stirred debate among domestic telecom operators, particularly around spectrum pricing. Industry players have raised concerns over the lower regulatory fees proposed for satellite firms compared to terrestrial operators.
With more than 7,000 satellites in orbit and millions of global users, Starlink’s India entry could be a game-changer in bridging the digital divide especially if it meets its timeline for launch before August 2025.
𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 WhatsApp Channel now! 👈📲
𝑭𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝑶𝒖𝒓 𝑺𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑴𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒂 𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒆𝐬 👉 Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram
