---
title: "Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone: MCC 429 MNC 01"
mcc: "429"
mnc: "01"
plmn: "42901"
tadig: "NPLNM"
brand: "Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone"
operator: "Nepal Telecom (NDCL)"
country: "Nepal"
country_iso: "NP"
region: "Asia & Middle East"
technologies: ["2G", "3G", "4G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/429_01"
---

# Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone: MCC 429, MNC 01 (Nepal)

**Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone** (operator: Nepal Telecom (NDCL)) is a mobile network in [Nepal](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/nepal.md) (Asia & Middle East), identified by MCC **429** and MNC **01**: PLMN ID 42901, also written 429-01 or 429 01, with the TADIG roaming code **NPLNM**. It runs 2G, 3G and 4G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 429 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 01 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 42901 |
| TADIG code | NPLNM |
| Brand | Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone |
| Operator | Nepal Telecom (NDCL) |
| Country | Nepal (NP) |
| Region | Asia & Middle East |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 2G, 3G, 4G |
| Last updated | 2025-04-09 |

## Technologies & bands

| Generation | Bands | Measured cells |
|---|---|---|
| 2G | [GSM 1800](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/gsm_1800.md), [GSM 900](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/gsm_900.md), [CDMA](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/cdma.md) | 120 |
| 3G | [UMTS 2100](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/umts_2100.md) | 97 |
| 4G | [LTE 1800](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/lte_1800.md) | 633 |
| Other | [WiMAX](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/wimax.md) | — |

## Voice & calling services

| Service | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| VoLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoWiFi | Unknown | — |
| ViLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoNR | Unknown | — |

A service not marked Supported or Not supported is unknown: no data either way, not a sign that the network lacks it.

## About Namaste / NT Mobile / Sky Phone

Nepal Telecom (NDCL), operating under the brand names Namaste, NT Mobile, and previously Sky Phone, is Nepal's first and largest telecommunications service provider. As the state-owned operator, it plays a crucial role in connecting the nation, offering a wide range of services from basic voice calls to advanced mobile data. Identifiable by its Mobile Country Code (MCC) of 429 and Mobile Network Code (MNC) of 01, Nepal Telecom stands as a pivotal player in the Nepalese telecom landscape. Its presence across Nepal, nestled in the Asia & Middle East region, makes it a critical infrastructure provider, especially given the country's challenging geography and diverse population. Competing with private players like Ncell, Nepal Telecom strives to maintain its market share through continuous network upgrades and innovative service offerings targeted at both urban and rural communities.

Nepal Telecom's influence extends beyond just providing connectivity; it actively participates in national development through various initiatives. The company has been instrumental in expanding mobile coverage to remote areas, often underserved by other providers due to logistical and financial constraints. While Ncell has often been seen as a mobile-first innovator in the Nepalese market, Nepal Telecom leverages its legacy infrastructure and government backing to offer a broader suite of services, including fixed-line internet and traditional telephony. The MCC 429 and MNC 01 codes are essentially digital fingerprints representing Nepal Telecom's network identity, ensuring seamless roaming for international visitors and facilitating interconnectivity with other global networks. As Nepal positions itself for further economic growth, Nepal Telecom will undoubtedly continue to be at the forefront of bridging the digital divide.

## APN settings

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | MMSC | MMS proxy | MMS port | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPRS APN | `ntwap` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| Namaste / NT Mobile | `default` | default, ia, supl | — | — | — | — | AOSP |
| Nepal Telecom Internet | `ntnet` | default, supl | — | — | — | — | LineageOS |
| MMS | `ntmms` | mms | — | `http://192.80.11.180` | 192.80.7.133 | 8000 | LineageOS |

Settings come from Android's AOSP and LineageOS APN lists and user corrections.

## Cell towers

OpenCelliD has measured **850** cells on this network across 63 location/tracking areas, first seen 2014-07-04 and last seen 2026-07-12 (data as of 2026-09-27).

| Radio | Generation | Cells |
|---|---|---|
| GSM | 2G | 120 |
| UMTS | 3G | 97 |
| LTE | 4G | 633 |

Locate a single cell by MCC, MNC, LAC/TAC and cell ID with the https://mcc-mnc.org/cell-id-lookup tool, `GET /api/v1/cells` or the MCP `lookup_cell` tool. Cell data from OpenCelliD (https://opencellid.org), licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.

## Other networks in Nepal

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 | 02 | [Ncell](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/429_02.md) | NPLM2 |
| 429 | 03 | [UTL](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/429_03.md) | — |
| 429 | 04 | [SmartCell](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/429_04.md) | — |

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