89th e-Auction Results -
- TNP News
- Living India
Prasar Bharati, India's public service broadcaster, has announced the commencement of the 89th e-auction for MPEG-4 slots on DD FreeDish, opening new doors for broadcasters looking to reach millions of Indian households through free-to-air satellite television.
Important Dates
Last Date for Application Submission - 30th June, by 3:00 PM
E-auction date - 2nd July 2025
Slot Period - 11th July 2025 to 31st March 2026
Why MPEG-4 on DD FreeDish?
DD FreeDish is now actively promoting its MPEG-4 platform to expand the bouquet of free channels, especially in genres like:
- Regional Language
- Devotional
- News & Current Affairs
- Music & Movies
- Educational & Kids Content
- General Entertainment
With a growing number of MPEG-4 set-top boxes in households, this move helps broadcasters tap into new rural and semi-urban markets without any subscription fees for viewers.
How to Apply?
Interested channels must -
- Submit a complete application as per the format on https://prasarbharati.gov.in
- Attach a valid channel license and uplinking/downlinking permission
- Comply with technical specifications for MPEG-4
Source -
You can check its official notification here.