Microscan

What Microscan does

Microscan is a Mumbai-headquartered, founder-owned fiber optic network infrastructure and telecommunications services provider operating across India, with primary network density in Mumbai and extending to Navi Mumbai, Pune, Kolhapur, and Goa. The company owns and operates an 1,800+ km ring-protected fiber network with four diverse routes across Mumbai, and was the first to deploy a 432-core ribbon fiber cable in India, linking data centers including GPX Mumbai1 and GPX Mumbai2. Its core technical stack supports dark fiber, lit capacity, ultra-low latency circuits (1 Gbps to 10 Gbps), point-to-point/multipoint links up to 1.2 Tbps, datacenter interconnect (100 Mbps to 100 Gbps), and direct private cloud connectivity to AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Oracle. Differentiated capabilities include a real-time performance monitoring portal for trading environments, an in-house NOC/SOC operated under ISO 27001/20000-1/9001:2015 certifications, and SD-WAN orchestration. Microscan sells carrier-grade connectivity to large enterprise and wholesale customers — telecom carriers (Reliance, Airtel, Tata Communications, Vodafone Idea, NTT, Lightstorm, Sify, Telstra), exchanges and trading firms (BSE, MCX, Tower Research Capital, Jump Trading), banks (Yes Bank, IndusInd, Rabobank), hyperscale data centers (Equinix, Yotta, GPX), media companies (Disney Hotstar, Sony Live, Jio Cinema, Viacom), and government/infrastructure entities (Power Grid, Railtel, ECGC, MMRCL).

Revenue is generated through subscription/recurring contracts (internet leased lines, wholesale bandwidth, ILL, cloud connect, FTTx retail broadband) augmented by managed services (cybersecurity, NOC/SOC, cloud migration, DevOps), professional/turnkey telecom network deployments, media services via subsidiary Skandha, and OTT aggregation via PlayBoxTV (40+ platforms, 400+ live channels). Distribution runs through direct enterprise field sales, group companies (Microscan Internet for retail/SMB, Microscan Communications for managed services), wholesale ISP partnerships (Airnet, Jeebr, GTPL Hathway, ACN Fiber), and telco carrier channels. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; retail broadband serves 80,000+ connections and 500,000+ daily users under the Microscan Lit Fiber brand. Regulatory licenses — NLD, IP-1, and a Pan-India Class A ISP license — form the operational backbone and a meaningful competitive barrier.

Name

Microscan

Legal name

Microscan Infocommtech Private Limited

Website

https://microscan.co.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Microscan is a Mumbai-based fiber optic network operator owning 1,800+ km of ring-protected infrastructure, delivering low-latency, cloud connect, datacenter interconnect, and managed NOC/SOC services to telecom carriers, BFSI, trading firms, hyperscale data centers, and retail broadband customers across India.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Services (Fiber Optic Network Connectivity)

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711)

akta.pro primary industry

Wholesale Wavelength, Spectrum & Dark Fiber Providers (IRU/Leases) (HDAIALAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wholesale ISPs & Bandwidth Resellers (Bulk Transit/Last-Mile) (HDAIADAC), Fiber-to-the-Premises/Building (FTTP/FTTB) Operators (HDAIACAC)

Keywords

• Fiber optic networking
• Internet leased line
• Low latency connectivity
• Managed network services
• Wholesale broadband

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Internet Leased Line Services: Dedicated bandwidth internet services with guaranteed uptime and DDoS protection. Revenue is recurring based on bandwidth capacity contracted, with industry-best link delivery TAT.
2. Low Latency Circuit Services: Ultra-low latency dedicated connectivity for trading and financial markets. Priced based on bandwidth requirements (1 Gbps to 10 Gbps) with dedicated routes to exchange co-locations.
3. Direct Cloud Connect: Private connectivity services to public cloud providers, providing enterprise-grade cloud access solutions.
4. Wholesale Broadband: Bulk internet bandwidth services for ISPs and partners offering downstream connectivity, with scalable speeds from Gigabit to Terabit Ethernet.
5. Retail Broadband: High-speed internet services to end consumers under Microscan Lit Fiber brand, serving over 80,000 connections.
6. Managed Services: Cybersecurity managed services including Managed NOC, SOC, cloud migration, DevOps, and security services through Microscan Communications.
7. OTT Aggregation (PlayBoxTV): OTT aggregator platform aggregating content from 40+ OTT platforms with 400+ live channels. Revenue from subscription fees from content bundling.
8. Media Services (Skandha): Content aggregation, processing, playout, delivery and monetization services for media and entertainment clients including live sports, linear channel playout and VOD.
9. Dark Fiber & Lit Capacity: Fiber optic infrastructure services exclusively for licensed holders. Dark Fiber provides dedicated access while Lit Capacity offers managed and scalable connectivity.
10. Turnkey Solutions: Complete operation and maintenance services for long-distance telecom networks including planning, deployment and system optimization.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Microscan operates an owned 1,800+ km fiber-optic network across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Kolhapur and Goa, selling dedicated bandwidth connectivity, dark fiber/lit capacity, ultra-low latency circuits for trading, direct cloud connect, FTTx, leased lines, wholesale broadband and managed NOC/SOC services to telecom carriers, financial institutions, ISPs, media houses and enterprises. It also distributes retail broadband under the Microscan Lit Fiber brand and operates the PlayBoxTV OTT aggregator through its subsidiaries.

Product overview

Microscan is a comprehensive telecommunications and networking solutions provider offering a unified portfolio of connectivity and infrastructure services. The core product suite centers on fiber-based networking infrastructure including Low Latency Circuits for financial trading, Direct Cloud Connect for multi-cloud access, Fiber Solutions (Dark Fiber and Lit Capacity), FTTx, and comprehensive Connectivity solutions (P2P/P2MP, Internet Leased Line, Wholesale and Retail Broadband, Business Broadband). Supporting the core connectivity offerings are managed services including Cybersecurity Managed Services (NOC/SOC), Live Telecast, Managed Cloud Service, and industry-specific solutions for trading, BFSI, media, and smart cities. The portfolio is delivered through group companies: Microscan Internet (ISP services), Microscan Communications (managed services), Skandha Media Services (media solutions), and PlayBoxTV (OTT aggregation), creating an integrated ecosystem from fiber infrastructure to end-user services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Microscan Internet (MI): Pan-India Internet Service Provider brand offering retail and business broadband, FTTx, and wholesale internet services
• MCPL (Microscan Communications)
• PlayBox TV
• Skandha Media Services

Products and services

• Ultra-Low Latency Circuits Deterministic, ultra-low latency dedicated connectivity for capital market workloads. Links exchange co-locations with domestic and global venues on owned fiber with optimized routes and bandwidth tiers from 1 Gbps to 10 Gbps, supported by a real-time performance monitoring portal for latency-critical trading environments.
• Direct Cloud Connect Simplified cloud access with dedicated private connectivity to AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud and Oracle Cloud through fixed, high-performance routes. Bypasses public internet with lower latency and enhanced security via private IP, suited for enterprise multi-cloud workloads.
• Fiber Solutions (Dark Fiber and Lit Capacity) Dark Fiber and Lit Capacity services exclusively for licensed holders, providing dedicated and secure fiber optic infrastructure with reliable data transmission, scalable up to 1.2 Tbps in point-to-point and multipoint configurations.
• FTTx Fiber-to-the-Home/Premises services delivering high-speed internet and telecom to residential and commercial buildings with symmetrical speeds, low latency, high bandwidth and future-proof fiber infrastructure.
• Internet Leased Line (ILL) Dedicated bandwidth internet service with DDoS protection, backed by 1,800+ km owned fiber infrastructure, Tier 1 provider aggregation and direct peering with major OTT players. Delivered with industry-best link delivery TAT and guaranteed uptime for business customers.
• Wholesale Broadband Wholesale internet services for ISP partners and downstream connectivity providers, with scalable speeds from Gigabit to Terabit Ethernet access for web-based applications and media services.
• Retail Broadband (Microscan Lit Fiber) Retail broadband under the Microscan Lit Fiber brand serving over 80,000 connections across Mumbai, Pune and Maharashtra, providing high-speed reliable internet to more than 5 lakh users daily.
• Business Broadband Tailored business broadband solutions designed to meet connectivity needs of various industries with robust and dependable services.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% uptime guarantee on protected fiber paths
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers54 records

Segments19 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• STL (Sterlite Technologies)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with STL on AI-driven network protection using STL Sensron technology, transforming networks into intelligent sensor grids. Microscan is redefining urban resilience with this partnership, transforming buried fiber into intelligent infrastructure.
• NTT Communications IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership for fiber coverage and redundancy services. Microscan provides excellent fiber coverage and redundancy to NTT Communications India, with great working partnership for support and problem resolution.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreTechnology or IntegrationDirect Cloud Connect partnership providing uninhibited access to AWS cloud services. Microscan's team of qualified experts help customers migrate, deploy, and manage AWS cloud services.
• Microsoft AzurecoreTechnology or IntegrationDirect Cloud Connect partnership for Azure cloud services integration. Microscan's experts provide end-to-end consultancy for Azure deployment, migration, and management.
• Google CloudcoreTechnology or IntegrationDirect Cloud Connect partnership for Google Cloud integration enabling enterprise-grade cloud connectivity.
• Disney HotstarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContent delivery partnership for streaming Disney Hotstar content through PlayBoxTV platform.
• Sony LivecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContent aggregation partnership for Sony Live channels available on PlayBoxTV.
• Jio CinemacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContent partnership for Jio Cinema OTT content available through PlayBoxTV aggregation.
• Viacom18coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContent aggregation partnership for Viacom18 channels and content on PlayBoxTV platform.
• JiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSkandha Media Services partnership for content delivery to Jio platforms including linear channel playout and VOD.
• Tata SkycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContent delivery partnership for Skandha Media Services to Tata Sky (now Tata Play) platforms.
• AirtelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorContent delivery partnership with Airtel for media services and content distribution.
• DistroTVminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFAST platform delivery partnership for Skandha Media Services content distribution.
• GPX IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGPX India acknowledges Microscan for efficiently building multi-duct fiber network between GPX Mumbai1 DC and GPX Mumbai2 DC. Microscan installed India's first 432 core ribbon fiber cable connecting the two data centers.
• Equinix IndiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDatacenter interconnect partnership providing high-capacity fiber connectivity to Equinix India data centers.
• Yotta DCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDatacenter connectivity solutions partnership with Yotta DC for enterprise customers.
• LightstormcoreTechnology or IntegrationDark fiber and lit capacity services partnership for Lightstorm's fiber infrastructure needs.
• Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with MMRCL to commission Metro Line 3 fiber connectivity. Microscan is preferred infrastructure and network services provider for fronthaul, backhaul, and other special projects in Mumbai.
• RailtelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for content delivery services to Railtel platforms.
• AsianetminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOTT aggregation partnership with Asianet for content distribution.
• ExcitelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorISP partnership for delivering OTT services to Excitel broadband subscribers.
• GTPL HathwayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWholesale broadband partnership with GTPL Hathway cable and broadband operator.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Lightstorm Telecom Connectivity: India-headquartered carrier operating an owned fiber network with subsea cable termination and cloud connectivity services for enterprises and carriers. Most directly comparable peer to Microscan's carrier/wholesale and Direct Cloud Connect business across South Asia.
• Sterlite Technologies (STL): India-based optical fiber, cable, and network solutions company with carrier services and AI-driven network protection (Sensron). Comparable to Microscan via STL's network services arm and the existing co-development partnership on intelligent infrastructure.
• Paramount Communications: Indian optical fiber cable manufacturer and infrastructure services provider serving telecom carriers and ISPs. Comparable to Microscan on the carrier-facing fiber infrastructure side and overlapping customer base among Indian ISPs and telcos.

Broad incumbents

• Sify Technologies: Indian ICT and network services provider with owned fiber, data centers, and cloud connectivity across major Indian metros. Comparable to Microscan on carrier services and enterprise ILL but at significantly larger scale and broader service portfolio.
• RailTel Corporation of India: Government-owned telecom infrastructure provider leveraging railway right-of-way to deliver fiber, broadband, and data center services. Comparable to Microscan on fiber infrastructure scale, B2B connectivity and overlap in customer base (also a Microscan customer).
• GTPL Hathway: India's largest cable MSO and broadband provider operating in multiple states including Maharashtra. Comparable to Microscan's retail broadband and wholesale ISP business; also an existing Microscan wholesale partner.
• Reliance Jio Infocomm: India's largest greenfield 4G/5G operator with extensive owned fiber and metro Ethernet to enterprises. Simultaneously a customer and the most significant competitive threat to Microscan's wholesale and retail segments.
• Tata Communications (Tata Tele Business Services): Global Tier-1 carrier with extensive Indian metro fiber and subsea cable infrastructure. Comparable to Microscan's enterprise and wholesale services at much larger scale; also an existing Microscan customer.
• Lumen Technologies: Global Tier-1 carrier with extensive low-latency wavelength and dark fiber routes worldwide including India. Comparable to Microscan on ultra-low latency, Direct Cloud Connect, and wholesale carrier services — though at vastly larger scale and global footprint.

Emerging players

• HGC Global Communications: Hong Kong-based carrier offering low-latency, international wholesale and enterprise connectivity across Asia including India routes. Comparable to Microscan's ultra-low latency and international carrier services for global enterprises and carriers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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