{"id":1542,"date":"2025-05-05T11:53:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-05T11:53:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/?p=1542"},"modified":"2025-05-05T12:02:10","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T12:02:10","slug":"dlt-registration-sms-payment-process-schools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/dlt-registration-sms-payment-process-schools\/","title":{"rendered":"A Complete Guide to DLT Registration &amp; SMS Payment Process for Schools"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction :<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/dlt-registration-sms-payment-process-schools\/#Introduction\" >Introduction :<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/dlt-registration-sms-payment-process-schools\/#What_Is_the_DLT_Registration\" >What Is the DLT Registration?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/dlt-registration-sms-payment-process-schools\/#Why_DLT_Compliance_Matters_for_Schools\" >Why DLT Compliance Matters for Schools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/dlt-registration-sms-payment-process-schools\/#Step-by-Step_Guide_to_DLT_Registration_for_Schools\" >Step-by-Step Guide to DLT Registration for Schools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/dlt-registration-sms-payment-process-schools\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion :<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In today\u2019s A Complete Guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolyam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DLT Registration<\/a> &amp; SMS Payment Process for Schools . digital school environment, SMS remains a critical communication channel. From sending attendance alerts to fee reminders, circulars to exam schedules, bulk SMS ensures that schools stay connected with parents in real time. However, since 2020, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has made it mandatory for organizations to register with the Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) system to streamline and secure SMS communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your school sends bulk messages\u2014especially using ERP platforms like Schoolyam\u2014this comprehensive guide will help you navigate DLT policy, registration, and payment processes effortlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolyam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Understanding-the-DLT-Policy-SMS-Payment-Procedure-for-Schools-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1545\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_DLT_Registration\"><\/span><strong>What Is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolyam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DLT Registration?<\/a><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology) system was introduced by TRAI to regulate SMS traffic and eliminate spam. It uses blockchain to maintain a transparent and verified record of senders, templates, and content. Every business or institution that sends bulk SMS must register as an entity and use pre-approved templates and sender IDs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Schools fall under this category and must register with a DLT portal (e.g., Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea, BSNL) before continuing any form of mass communication through SMS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_DLT_Compliance_Matters_for_Schools\"><\/span><strong>Why DLT Compliance Matters for Schools<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Schools rely on SMS for a variety of essential notifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Admission announcements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parent-teacher meeting invites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attendance and absence alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exam timetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fee payment reminders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency or holiday alerts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without DLT registration, these messages are likely to be blocked or marked as spam. To maintain consistent communication and avoid delivery failures, DLT compliance is no longer optional\u2014it\u2019s required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Guide_to_DLT_Registration_for_Schools\"><\/span><strong> Step-by-Step Guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolyam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DLT Registration<\/a> for Schools<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s how your school can complete the DLT registration and payment process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1: Entity Registration<\/strong><br>Start by registering your school on a DLT portal such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Airtel DLT: <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airtel.in\/business\/commercial-communication\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.airtel.in\/business\/commercial-communication\/home<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jio DLT: <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/trueconnect.jio.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/trueconnect.jio.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BSNL or Vodafone DLT platforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Upload necessary documentation, including:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PAN card of the Trust\/Society<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registration certificate and address proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact and email of the authorized signatory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identity details of the responsible person<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once verified, you will be assigned a unique Entity ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2: Payment of Registration Fee<br><\/strong>After registration, log in to the portal and pay the yearly fee of \u20b95900 (\u20b95000 + 18% GST). Payment options include debit\/credit card and net banking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3: Register Your Sender ID (Header)<br><\/strong>Your SMS messages will be sent from a unique 6-character alphabetic Sender ID (e.g., SCHYAM). You will need separate headers for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transactional messages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promotional messages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Service messages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4: Configure SMS Workflow<br><\/strong>An SMS workflow allows you to automate message triggers\u2014for example, sending an alert when a student is absent or when fees are due.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 5: Register Message Templates<br><\/strong>Each message must follow a predefined format with variable placeholders (e.g., {#var#}). Submit these templates for approval before use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 6: Integrate with SMS Provider or ERP<br><\/strong>Once templates are approved, link your setup with an SMS provider or your School ERP like Schoolyam. This automates message delivery and minimizes manual effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 7: Map Templates for Each Use Case<br><\/strong>Every SMS sent must be linked to its corresponding approved template. Any mismatch can result in the message being blocked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Summary of DLT Fees<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Service<\/th><th>Cost<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Entity Registration<\/td><td>\u20b95000\/year + 18% GST = \u20b95900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sender ID Registration<\/td><td>Free<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Template Approval<\/td><td>Free<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SMS Charges<\/td><td>Depends on provider (ERP inclusive)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Benefits of DLT Compliance for Schools<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assured delivery of critical notifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduces chances of spam or message blocking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhances trust with parents and guardians<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meets all TRAI and telecom operator regulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saves time and operational costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion :<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Complete Guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.schoolyam.com\/cbse-school-digital-erp-solutions-schoolyam\/\">DLT Registration <\/a> &amp; SMS Payment Process for Schools . Becoming DLT-compliant may seem complex at first, but with platforms like Schoolyam offering end-to-end support, the process becomes seamless. From setting up your entity ID to automating SMS workflows, DLT registration helps schools ensure timely, secure, and uninterrupted communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So don\u2019t wait\u2014register now, automate your alerts, and ensure your school remains compliant, connected, and communication-ready!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolyam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Complete Guide to DLT Registration &amp; SMS Payment Process for Schools.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction : In today\u2019s A Complete Guide to DLT Registration &amp; SMS Payment Process for Schools . digital school environment, SMS remains a critical communication channel. 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