(8 September 2012 3:08 pm) 

NEW DELHI: The process for the 2G e-auctions as directed by the Supreme Court will commence on 28 September with the issue of notice inviting applications.

The e-auction for the 1800 MHz band will begin on 12 November and that for the 800 MHz will be held two days after the close of the first auction. The payment of the successful bid amount will have to be made within ten calendar days of the close of the respective e-auctions.

In its judgment of 2 February this year, the Supreme Court had declared illegal and quashed the licences granted to the private respondents on or after 10 January 2008 pursuant to two press releases issued on 10 January 2008 and subsequent allocation of spectrum to the licensees. The direction became operative after four months.

The Central Government was asked to consider the recommendations of Trai and take appropriate decision within next one month and grant fresh licences by auction.

The Information Memorandum for Auction in 1800MHz and 800MHz bands has already been issued giving timelines for the conduct of the auction.

Official sources said the Government has through Request for Proposal (RFP) process engaged . Times Internet Limited (lead partner) and e-Procurement Technologies Ltd. as consortium partner for design and conduct of the auction.