The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has outlined how 5G spectrum will be sold, sharing bands, lot structures, and limits for the Next Generation Mobile Services auction.
According to the Information Memorandum revealed last week, 597.2 MHz of spectrum below 6 GHz will be offered through a structured, multi-band auction process nationwide.
The much-awaited 5G auction will cover six frequency bands, including 700, 1800, 2100, 2300, 2600, and 3500 MHz, using both FDD and TDD formats.
PTA said several bands, such as 700, 2300, 2600, and 3500 MHz, will be made available to cellular operators for the first time.
Under the plan, PTA has divided the spectrum into 62 lots, with specific lot sizes assigned separately across each frequency band category.
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Low and mid bands include defined lot allocations, while TDD bands at 2300, 2600, and 3500 MHz are offered in multiple 10 MHz blocks.
To ensure competition, PTA has imposed spectrum caps, including an overall limit of 348.5 MHz and specific restrictions for low and high bands.
The authority said bidding limits reflect existing holdings, restrict new entrants in certain bands, and are designed to support efficient spectrum use.
PTA stated the auction structure will help operators secure spectrum needed to expand 4G networks and roll out 5G services nationwide across.
