TS 26.517 – 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Protocols
3GPP TS 26.517 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Protocols. Its official 3GPP title is “5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services”. It is published in 3 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.2.0 in Rel-19.
Defines protocols and formats for MBS User Services over 5G multicast-broadcast, including service announcement, metadata models, and delivery procedures.
Releases and versions of TS 26.517
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.10.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 26.517
Category: Services (Multicast-Broadcast Services). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 26.517
- TS 23.003 Numbering, Addressing and Identification
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
- TS 29.500 5G Service Based Architecture
- TS 29.501 5GC SBI API Design Principles
- TS 29.580 MBSF Nmbsf Service-Based Interface
- TS 29.581 Nmbstf Service Based Interface Stage 3
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 29.571 5G Common Data Types
- TS 26.512 5G Media Streaming Protocols and APIs
- TS 33.501 5G Security Architecture
- TS 33.246 MBMS Security Specification
Specifications that reference TS 26.517
- TS 38.300 NR and NG-RAN Overall Description
- TS 23.247 5G Multicast and Broadcast Services
- TS 23.287 5G V2X Architecture Enhancements
- TS 38.304 NR UE Idle and Inactive State Procedures
- TS 23.256 UAS Support Architecture Enhancements
- TS 26.512 5G Media Streaming Protocols and APIs
- TS 24.548 Network Resource Management - SEAL Protocol Specification
- TS 24.575 UE Pre-configuration for MBS
- TS 29.580 MBSF Nmbsf Service-Based Interface
Other specifications in the 26 series
- TS 26.506 Real-Time Media Communication Architecture for 5G
- TS 26.510 5G Media Streaming and Real-Time Communication APIs
- TS 26.511 5G Media Streaming Profiles, Codecs & Formats
- TS 26.512 5G Media Streaming Protocols and APIs
- TS 26.522 RTP for XR in 5G Systems
- TS 26.531 Data Collection & Reporting Architecture for 5G
- TS 26.532 Data Collection and Reporting API Specification
- TS 26.565 Split Rendering Media Service Enabler
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 26.517?
3GPP TS 26.517 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Protocols. Defines protocols and formats for MBS User Services over 5G multicast-broadcast, including service announcement, metadata models, and delivery procedures.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 26.517?
TS 26.517 is published in 3 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.2.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 26.517 belong to?
TS 26.517 belongs to the Services (Multicast-Broadcast Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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