Latest Update -

68th e-auction completed for MPEG-4, Result Declared. Know the Upcoming TV channel in the MPEG-4 slot from 15th April 2023.

Previous Update -

We have already informed you that a few slots remain vacant on the DD Free dish platform after completing the 67th online e-auction for MPEG-2 and the 66th e-Auction for the MPEG-4 slots.

So again Prasar Bharti invited applications from Private TV channels broadcaster to allot MPEG-4 vacant slots. This e-Auction will be tentatively held on 5th April 2023.

So the 68th e-auction is to be held on 5 April for the allotment of vacant MPEG-4 slots.  Below is quick information -

68th e-Auction Information -

• Vacant Slots - MPEG-4
• Date of e-Auction - 5th April 2023
• Period - 15th April 2023 to 31st March 2024
• Last Date - 3 April 2023 by 3:00 PM
• Type of e-Auction - Pro-Rata Basis
• Apply Online

So Only satellite TV channels licensed by the Ministry of I&B would be allowed to participate in the e-auction. Only companies holding valid permission from the Ministry of I&B can apply for participation in the e-auction for the allocation of MPEG-4 slot, International public broadcasters may also apply.

If any Television broadcaster wants to participate then apply online. You can read the original notification here.