FAQ : Frequently Asked Questions : In an effort to answer your questions about the GOV.IN domain, we have developed this FAQ section. The FAQs are divided into several broad categories, so follow the links below for answers to commonly asked questions.
FAQ: Domain Name Registration What are the eligibility requirements for obtaining a name in the GOV.IN domain? Are Government Schools/Colleges/Universities are eligible for names in the GOV.IN Domain? My Department already has a name in the NIC.IN domain. Can we still request and use a name in the GOV.IN domain? Do we have to give up our existing name? How do I register a GOV.IN domain name for my Department? How can I check whether a domain name is available or not? What are the naming conventions for GOV.IN domain? What are the valid characters for a domain name and how long can it be? Who has to sign the Authorization Letter? Where do I send my Authorization Letter? Who is domain Registrant? and What is Registrant ID ? new FAQ: Domain Name Management How can I renew my domain name? What if the information in the WHIOIS database is wrong for a GOV.IN Domain Name? How do I make nameserver address changes? How can I modify the contact details of a Domain Name? I have lost or forgotten my password, how do I get the password for my Domain/Registrant? What is Domain ID? new If who is query out put shows status as "INACTIVE" or "TRANSFER PROHIBITED" what does it mean ?new What if the domain is not renewed after domain expiry date ?new Can i mix uppercase and lower case alphabets in domain name ? new What if the Registrant ID and Password are forgotten ? new How do I Reset/change my password? new How many years a domain can be Registered ?new FAQ: Domain Name Registration Service Support What are current domain name registration fees? Is there any domain name renewal charges? How do I contact a customer support representative? What are the hours of operations for the Registration Help Desk? FAQ: Domain Name Technical Questions Where to I go to register domain names under AC.IN, RES.IN or EDU.IN? How can I register domain names under .IN, CO.IN, NET.IN, ORG.IN, FIRM.IN, GEN.IN, or IND.IN? How do I get a domain name under .COM, .ORG or .NET? Where do i get Name server details if my hosting service provider is not NIC? new How to cancel a GOV.IN domain name?new How do i update contact details and Name server object ? new
If you still have a question, contact GOV.IN Domain Support.