TS 23.247 – 5G Multicast and Broadcast Services
3GPP TS 23.247 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G Multicast and Broadcast Services. Its official 3GPP title is “Architectural enhancements for”. It is published in 4 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Defines the 5G architecture and procedures for multicast and broadcast delivery, including session management, QoS, mobility, policy control, charging, and LTE interworking.
Releases and versions of TS 23.247
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.8.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.12.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 23.247
Category: Services (Multicast and Broadcast Services). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 23.247
- TS 23.468 Group Communication System Enablers for LTE
- TS 26.348 xMB Interface Specification
- TS 23.003 Numbering, Addressing and Identification
- TS 38.413 NG Application Protocol (NGAP) Specification
- TS 38.401 NG-RAN Architecture Description
- TS 29.244 PFCP for Control and User Plane Separation
- TS 26.502 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Architecture
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 33.501 5G Security Architecture
- TS 23.289 Mission Critical Services over 5G System Architecture
- TS 26.517 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Protocols
Specifications that reference TS 23.247
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.502 5G System Procedures
- TS 33.501 5G Security Architecture
- TS 38.300 NR and NG-RAN Overall Description
- TS 38.331 NR Radio Resource Control (RRC)
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TS 24.501 5GS NAS Protocol Specification
- TS 38.413 NG Application Protocol (NGAP) Specification
- TS 28.541 5G Network Resource Model (NRM) Stage 2 and 3
- TS 29.503 UDM Service Based Interface
- TS 23.287 5G V2X Architecture Enhancements
- TS 29.281 GTPv1-U Protocol Specification
Other specifications in the 23 series
- TS 23.237 IMS Service Continuity (ISC) Stage 2
- TS 23.240 3GPP Generic User Profile (GUP) Architecture
- TS 23.241 Data Description Method for Generic User Profile
- TS 23.246 MBMS Bearer Service Stage 2 Description
- TS 23.251 Network Sharing Stage 2 Specification
- TS 23.255 UAS Application Enabler Architecture
- TS 23.256 UAS Support Architecture Enhancements
- TS 23.259 Personal Network Management (PNM) Procedures
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 23.247?
3GPP TS 23.247 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G Multicast and Broadcast Services. Defines the 5G architecture and procedures for multicast and broadcast delivery, including session management, QoS, mobility, policy control, charging, and LTE interworking.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 23.247?
TS 23.247 is published in 4 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.0.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 23.247 belong to?
TS 23.247 belongs to the Services (Multicast and Broadcast Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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