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Applying for the Amateur Station Operator’s Certificate (ASOC)
This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough for registering, appearing for the exam, and obtaining your Amateur Radio License via the Saral Sanchar portal.
Phase 1: Portal Registration
Before you can apply for an exam, you must create an official account.
Access the Portal: Visit the Saral Sanchar website.
Select Registration Type: Choose Individual (WPC Exams/Certificates).
Verify Identity: Enter your email and mobile number to receive two separate OTPs; both must be verified to proceed.
First Login: Use the UserID and temporary password sent to your email.
Update Password: You will be prompted to set a new password (minimum 8 characters, including one uppercase letter, one digit, and one special character).
Phase 2: Completing Your Profile
The application forms remain locked until your personal profile is fully updated.
Personal Info: Fill in your name, date of birth, parent’s/spouse's name, and physical descriptors (height, eye/hair color).
Address Details: Provide both your present and permanent addresses.
Nationality: Select Indian or Foreign (foreign nationals must provide passport and visa details).
Phase 3: The Exam Application (ASOC)
Once your profile is ready, follow these steps to register for the test:
Select Exam: Navigate to the examination menu and choose "Amateur Station Exam".
Upload Documents: Attach the following (ensure file sizes are within limits) and those are attested by a *Gazetted Officer :
Photograph (< 250KB) and Signature (< 150KB).
DOB Proof and Nationality Certificate (PDF < 1MB) *.
ID Proof (e.g., AADHAR, PAN) and Address Proofs *.
Choose Preferences: Select your license category (Restricted or General) and your preferred exam center.
Pay Exam Fee:
Submit: Click "Validate Application" to check for errors, then click Submit.
Phase 4: Examination & Hall Ticket
Scrutiny: The DoT will review your application.
Notification: You will receive an SMS regarding the exam date and venue.
Hall Ticket: Download your hall ticket directly from the portal once issued.
Phase 5: Obtaining Your License
After successfully passing the exam, you must apply for the certificate/license itself.
License Application: Select "Apply for Certificates" and then "Amateur".
Call Sign Request: List three preferences for your unique Call Sign (e.g., VU3XXX).
Pay Licensing Fee: Pay the required fee via Bharatkosh (₹1000 for 20 years or ₹2000 for lifetime).
Final Upload:
Download the system-generated application.
Sign it manually with a pen.
Scan and upload the signed copy to the portal for final processing.
We want to ensure this process is as smooth as possible for you. If you run into any hurdles, please let us know how we can help.
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