Membership
Be part of India's premier telecom standards body. Shape the future of Indian and global ICT standards through collaborative participation.
Why Join TSDSI?
Voting Rights
Participate in and vote on TSDSI standards, governance matters, and policy positions that affect India's ICT ecosystem.
International Access
Attend and contribute to international standards meetings at ITU, 3GPP, oneM2M, ETSI as part of India's official delegation.
Standards Shaping
Directly influence the development of national and international telecom standards to reflect your organization's interests.
Industry Network
Connect with 88+ leading organizations from telecom operators, OEMs, software companies, academia, and government.
Training & Workshops
Access TSDSI-organized training programs, technical workshops, webinars, and capacity building events at preferential rates.
Latest Intelligence
Receive early access to TSDSI publications, white papers, technical reports, and industry insights before public release.
Membership Categories
| Category | Annual Fee (₹) | Admission Fee (₹) | Who Can Apply | Voting Rights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Telecom Service Provider (Large) | 2,00,000 | 1,00,000 | TSPs with annual revenue > ₹5,000 Cr | Yes — 2 votes |
| Telecom Service Provider (Medium) | 1,00,000 | 50,000 | TSPs with annual revenue ₹500–5,000 Cr | Yes — 1 vote |
| Telecom Service Provider (Small) | 50,000 | 25,000 | TSPs with annual revenue < ₹500 Cr | Yes — 1 vote |
| Equipment Manufacturer (Large) | 2,00,000 | 1,00,000 | Telecom OEMs with revenue > ₹500 Cr | Yes — 2 votes |
| Equipment Manufacturer (Medium) | 1,00,000 | 50,000 | Telecom OEMs with revenue ₹50–500 Cr | Yes — 1 vote |
| Equipment Manufacturer (Small) | 25,000 | 10,000 | Telecom OEMs with revenue < ₹50 Cr | Yes — 1 vote |
| Software / IT Company | 50,000 | 25,000 | IT/software companies in telecom domain | Yes — 1 vote |
| Start-up / MSME | 10,000 | 5,000 | DPIIT-registered startups, MSMEs | Yes — 1 vote |
| Academic Institution | 10,000 | 5,000 | Universities, IITs, NITs, research institutes | Participation only |
| Government / PSU | NIL (Guest) | NIL | Govt depts, regulators, PSUs | Observer |
* All fees are exclusive of applicable GST. Fees are subject to revision by the Governing Council. Startup/MSME concessions applicable for first 3 years.
Application Process
Apply Online
Complete the online membership application form at tsdsi.rstglobal.in/register with your organisation details and select the right membership category.
Upload Documents
Attach a supporting letter or organisational profile as a PDF. The form securely stores your document in TSDSI's Document Management System.
Review & Pay
The Membership Committee reviews your application within 5–7 working days. You will receive a reference number and invoice for the applicable fees.
Confirmation
GC approves and issues your welcome kit and membership certificate. Portal login credentials dispatched within 15 working days of payment confirmation.
Member Organizations
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