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MNP Facts
1) So far, MNP is only for porng of mobile numbers within the same circle. Porng of landline numbers is not possible

2) To exercise MNP, the user will have to obtain a Unique Porng Code (UPC) by sending an SMS ‐ PORT <Mobile number> to 1900. An 8 digit UPC will be sent via SMS
to the subscriber by the DONOR operator i.e. the exisng operator. This code, along with filled forms and valid identy proof documents, need to be submi3ed to
the new operator.

3) User will receive an SMS from the new operator when the porng starts. The number may remain inacve for 2‐3 hours.

4) On availing MNP facility, the balance amount in a prepaid number would not get carried forward to the new operator.

5) A7er porng, if the mobile number remains disconnected for 90 days, it will be reversed back to the original operator.

6) Under MNP, RNO = Recipient Network Operator or the Operator which has gained the ported number. DNO = Donor Network Operator or the Operator which has
lost the ported number.

7) While porng your number, you also need to change your SIM. Apart from number retenon, everything is the same as ge>ng a new connecon.

8) Post‐paid subscribers, who wish to avail MNP, need to clear their billing dues before applying for number porng. Failing this, the porng request may be rejected.

9) You can port a number from CDMA (Code Division Mulple Access) to GSM (Global System for Mobile Communicaons) phones or GSM to CDMA.

10) With MNP, the process of transferring a mobile number from one operator to another would involve a temporary break in service when the number is detached
from one provider and added to another. As per TRAI, this period should not be more than two hours.

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