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Real names to appear on calls from November 1st, learn how to keep identity confidential
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News18•16-10-2026, 16:48
Real names to appear on calls from November 1st, learn how to keep identity confidential
- •The government and telecom companies are introducing the Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service to identify callers and curb fraud and fake calls.
- •Once implemented, the name registered in your KYC during SIM purchase will appear on the recipient's screen when you make a call.
- •Corporate entities and startups can display their company or brand names instead of personal names for employee-used bulk SIMs by submitting required documents.
- •General consumers wanting to limit their calling identity for security or privacy reasons can inquire about the CLIR service through their telecom operator.
- •Availability of identity concealment depends strictly on telecom company regulations, government directives, and necessary approvals.
Key Questions Answered
The Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service is a government-backed initiative scheduled to launch on November 1, 2026, which displays a caller's registered KYC name and mobile number on the recipient's screen.
Businesses providing corporate or bulk SIMs to employees can contact their telecom operator's enterprise department and submit documents like a GST certificate, PAN card, or trademark to link their brand name.
No, international incoming calls will not display a registered subscriber name; instead, they will be marked simply as "International Call" on the recipient's mobile screen.
