TS 26.531 – Data Collection & Reporting Architecture for 5G
3GPP TS 26.531 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Data Collection & Reporting Architecture for 5G. It is published in 3 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Defines generic architecture for collecting UE data and reporting it for analytics in 5G System.
Releases and versions of TS 26.531
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 26.531
Category: Core Network (Network Data Analytics). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 26.531
- TS 29.522 NEF Northbound Interface
- TS 29.591 NEF Southbound Services
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.502 5G System Procedures
- TS 23.288 5G Network Data Analytics Architecture
- TS 29.517 AF Event Exposure Service
- TS 29.510 NRF Service-Based Interface
- TS 29.532 Nmbsmf Service Based Interface Specification
- TS 23.222 Common API Framework (CAPIF)
- TS 33.501 5G Security Architecture
Specifications that reference TS 26.531
- TS 23.288 5G Network Data Analytics Architecture
- TS 29.522 NEF Northbound Interface
- TS 23.700 Study on SEAL Phase 4
- TS 26.501 5G Media Streaming Architecture
- TS 26.512 5G Media Streaming Protocols and APIs
- TS 29.517 AF Event Exposure Service
- TS 26.502 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Architecture
- TS 23.436 Application Data Analytics Enablement
- TS 29.591 NEF Southbound Services
- TS 26.532 Data Collection and Reporting API Specification
- TS 26.510 5G Media Streaming and Real-Time Communication APIs
- TS 23.482 AI/ML Enablement for Verticals
Other specifications in the 26 series
- TS 26.511 5G Media Streaming Profiles, Codecs & Formats
- TS 26.512 5G Media Streaming Protocols and APIs
- TS 26.517 5G Multicast-Broadcast User Services Protocols
- TS 26.522 RTP for XR in 5G Systems
- TS 26.532 Data Collection and Reporting API Specification
- TS 26.565 Split Rendering Media Service Enabler
- TS 26.567 IMS-based Split Rendering for XR
- TR 26.801 Testing UEs with Non-Traditional Earpieces
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 26.531?
3GPP TS 26.531 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Data Collection & Reporting Architecture for 5G. Defines generic architecture for collecting UE data and reporting it for analytics in 5G System.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 26.531?
TS 26.531 is published in 3 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 26.531 belong to?
TS 26.531 belongs to the Core Network (Network Data Analytics) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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