Domain Name

What it is?
Benefits
Who may apply?
Duration

What it is?
A domain name is a text name which is used as a convenient way of finding your way around the Internet. It is part of a system called Domain Name Service (DNS) which provides you with an easy-to-remember address. The DNS actually converts the domain name (e.g. acme.com) into an Internet Protocol (IP) number (e.g.192.168.1.1) and vice versa. Domain name, also known as a URL (Uniform Resource Locator).

AVAILABLE NAMES

Unlimited registrations are available in the following zones. Registration is available freely to all parties worldwide, and there are no nexus or other qualifications:

.in
co.in
net.in
org.in
firm.in
gen.in (general)
ind.in (individuals)

Who may apply?
Any person may apply.

Duration
Domain names may be registered for a minimum of one (1) year, and a maximum of five (5) years.