Ncell - Nepal
Ncell (Nepal) uses 2 GSM bands, 1 UMTS band, and 2 LTE bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Ncell (Nepal). See the tables below for details.
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Last updated: 2024/08/05 - See latest updates
Ncell is the first private mobile service provider in Nepal, established in 2004 and operating services since 2005. It is now a 100 percent Nepali-origin, owned company following the acquisition of its shares by Spectrlite UK Limited in December 2023. Ncell has been recognized for its high-speed mobile network, winning the Speedtest Awards for mobile network speed in Nepal during Q1-Q2 2022 with a Speed Score of 17.16. The company has also been upgrading its 4G connectivity in various districts of Lumbini and Bagmati provinces to enhance network performance.
Ncell offers a range of services, including international roaming, value-added services (VAS), and various prepaid and postpaid plans. The company has a strong commitment to digital transformation and has partnered with e& international to enhance digital services, particularly in rural and remote areas, focusing on customer value management, network optimization, and cost-effective solutions. Ncell is one of the largest taxpayers in Nepal, contributing over Rs. 300 billion in taxes and fees since its inception, and has also contributed significantly to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | Ncell Nepal uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This band is utilized for GSM services, providing coverage and connectivity to users. The deployment of this frequency band is part of Ncell's ongoing efforts to enhance its 4G LTE coverage in Nepal, aiming to improve data throughput speeds and indoor penetration, especially in urban areas with dense infrastructure. |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM | Ncell Nepal uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band. This band is utilized for providing GSM services, which offer subscribers international roaming, high-speech quality, and increased security. The GSM technology was developed and introduced in 1990 to address the need for increased service capacity due to the previous limitations of proprietary systems. It has become the most widely used system in the world due to its compatibility and popularity. |
UMTS
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS | Ncell Nepal uses the UMTS frequency band B1 (2100 MHz). This band was deployed for 3G services. |
LTE
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE | Ncell Nepal uses LTE Band 3 (1800 MHz +) for its 4G network. This band was deployed in June 2017, as part of the initial launch of 4G/LTE services in the Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara. The deployment was further expanded to other areas, including Biratnagar, Birtamode, Damak, Dharan, Bharatpur, Hetauda, Birjung, Bhairahawa, Butwal, and Nepalgunj, in the summer of 2017. |
| B8 (900 MHz) | LTE | Ncell Nepal uses LTE Band 8 (900 MHz). This frequency band was added to Ncell Nepal on August 5, 2024. |
Latest updates
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B3 (1800 MHz +) added to Ncell Nepal.
- 2024/08/05 - Frequency LTE B8 (900 MHz) added to Ncell Nepal.
