ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced that the “Spectrum Auction for Next Generation Mobile Services (NGMS)/5G in Pakistan” will be conducted on 10 March 2026. The finalized schedule follows constructive regulatory coordination and extensive stakeholder consultations, aimed at ensuring a smooth, transparent, and well-participated auction process. All interested parties are advised to review the Information Memorandum (IM) for “NGMS)/5G in Pakistan” and stay informed through updates available on the official website. Previously, it was announced that the auction will be held in last week of February 2026. Where available, 5G speeds will be 14–15 times faster than current networks, and in areas without 5G, users will continue to enjoy enhanced 4G service.