PTA successfully concludes assignment stage of NGMS/5G spectrum auction

Islamabad (APP): The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has successfully concluded the Assignment Stage of the Next Generation Mobile Services (NGMS) / 5G Spectrum Auction, marking another key milestone toward the rollout of 5G services in Pakistan.

 

During the Assignment Stage, the specific frequency positions within the auctioned spectrum bands were finalized to enable efficient network planning and deployment by participating operators.

 

In the 2600 MHz band, Jazz secured 70 MHz, while Zong and Ufone obtained 60 MHz each. In the 3500 MHz band, Ufone secured 120 MHz, while Jazz and Zong acquired 50 MHz each, with 60 MHz remaining unsold.

 

The auction generated a total of $509.6 million (approximately Rs. 142.6 billion) for the national exchequer. Jazz secured spectrum worth $239.38 million, Ufone $156.75 million and Zong $113.47 million

 

With the completion of the assignment stage, operators can now proceed with network planning and deployment, paving the way for the gradual rollout of 5G services in Pakistan.