India is testing Truecaller-like caller ID service
India is testing a new caller ID service called CNAP that shows the verified name of callers—even if you don't have their number saved.
It's designed to help you spot spam and scam calls without needing apps like Truecaller.
The government wants to roll it out nationwide by March 31, 2026.
Telecom operators involved in CNAP trials
Big telecoms like Jio and Vi are running trials in Haryana, while Airtel is testing the service in Himachal Pradesh, both in northern India.
CNAP will be switched on for everyone by default, but you can opt out if you want.
Unlike Truecaller, which relies on crowdsourced info, CNAP uses official operator data—so names should be more accurate.
How CNAP works
Instead of just showing a phone number, CNAP pops up the real registered name during calls.
The next step is making sure this works smoothly across all networks.
For now, only 4G and 5G users get access—2G feature phones aren't included yet, but landline support could come later.