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Regulatory Call Identity for Service and Transactional Calls

The 1600 Series is a regulator-mandated voice numbering framework introduced to protect consumers and curb telecom-enabled fraud. It is designed exclusively for service and transactional outbound calls by regulated entities and is supported across Indian telecom providers.

Enable Trusted Communication. Regulatory Confidence.

The 1600 Series enables organisations to operate confidently in a tightening regulatory environment. With DLT-mapped governance, verified call identity, and structured adoption support, the 1600 Series allows enterprises to protect customers, remain audit-ready, and ensure uninterrupted communication whether operating across urban headquarters or scattered branch networks.

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1600 Series – Enabling Compliant Business Communication

In a significant move to strengthen consumer protection and prevent telecom-enabled financial fraud, TRAI - along with RBI, IRDAI, SEBI, and PFRDA has mandated the adoption of the 1600 Series for service and transactional outbound calls. Early adoption helps organisations avoid last-minute adoption risks while safeguarding business continuity and compliance.

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In Focus

1600 Series – Key Features

Protect, Monitor, and Control Email Threats with a Layered Security Platform

Verified Service
Call Identity

Ensures customers can clearly recognise legitimate service and transactional calls.

DLT-Registered,
Verified Headers & Templates

Maps call intent, headers, and templates for traceability and audit readiness.

Restricted Usage
Framework

Prevents promotional or marketing misuse of service numbers.

Multi-Regulator
Alignment

Designed to meet mandates from TRAI, RBI, IRDAI, SEBI, and PFRDA.

Flexible Deployment
Options

Delivered via SIP Trunk, PRI, or Internet Telephony based on site feasibility.

Structured adoption
& Cutover Support

Ensures smooth transition without no or low disrupting live customer communication.

1600 Series – Business Benefits

Reduce Risk. Build Trust. Stay Compliant.

Reduced Regulatory Risk

Aligns service calls with mandated numbering requirements.

Improved Call Acceptance

Recognisable 1600 numbers increase customer trust and probability of pickup rates.

Lower Fraud Exposure

Verified 1600 numbers help prevent spoofing and misuse of service calls.

Audit-Ready Communication

DLT-mapped call traceability supports regulatory reviews and audits.

Seamless Communication

Ensures service continuity during and after adoption without disruption

Stronger Brand Credibility

Positions your organisation as compliant, secure, and customer-first.

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The 1600 Series is a TRAI-mandated voice numbering series introduced to protect consumers from fraud and misuse of telecom resources. Allocated by telecom service providers and governed through DLT-based registration and usage controls, the 1600 Series ensures that only verified, compliant service and transactional calls reach customers. Enterprises can provision, migrate, and operationalize 1600 numbers using a DLT-mapped, governed framework, ensuring alignment with TRAI, RBI, IRDAI, and SEBI directives while maintaining scalability and operational continuity.

Allocated by telecom service providers and governed through DLT-based registration and usage controls, the 1600 Series ensures that only verified, compliant service and transactional calls reach customers to minimise the probable frauds and establish trust between calling entity & recipient.

The mandate has been issued by TRAI, with adoption reinforced by RBI, IRDAI, SEBI, and PFRDA. This makes compliance mandatory for regulated entities across sectors.

Yes. For service and transactional communication adoption is mandatory for regulated entities as per notified regulatory timelines. Non-compliance may lead to call blocking or regulatory action.

No. After the regulatory cut-off, 10-digit mobile numbers cannot be used for service and transactional outbound calls.

No. The 1600 Series is strictly for service and transactional communication. Promotional or marketing usage is not permitted.

Yes. DLT registration of headers and templates is mandatory to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance.

It applies to banks, NBFCs, insurance companies, capital market intermediaries, pension funds, and other entities regulated by RBI, IRDAI, SEBI, and PFRDA.

1600 series can only be issued to the entities regulated by RBI, IRDAI, SEBI, and PFRDA hence It prevents misuse of ambiguous or spoofed caller IDs, making it easier for customers to identify legitimate service calls.

Yes. The 1600 prefix signals verified service and transactional communication, improving customer trust and call acceptance.

No. With planned adoption and cutover support, customer communication continues withal most no to low disruption.

Yes. It can be delivered via SIP Trunk, PRI, or Internet Telephony, enabling compliance even in remote locations.

Yes. The 1600 Series is available pan-India with circle-wise allocation.

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