TS 29.274 – GTPv2-C Control Plane Protocol
3GPP TS 29.274 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GTPv2-C Control Plane Protocol. Its official 3GPP title is “Evolved General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)”. It is published in 13 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Defines GTPv2-C signaling messages, information elements, and procedures for EPC mobility, session management, handover, charging, and interworking with 5GC.
Releases and versions of TS 29.274
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.8.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.12.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.13.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.9.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.8.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.13.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.15.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.14.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.15.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.14.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.12.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 29.274
Category: Core Network (GTPv2-C). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Expert. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 29.274
- TS 36.413 S1 Application Protocol (S1AP) for E-UTRAN
- TS 33.102 3G Security Architecture Specification
- TS 33.401 EPS Security Architecture
- TS 29.281 GTPv1-U Protocol Specification
- TS 29.276 EPS S101/S121/S103 Interfaces Stage 3
- TS 29.280 Sv Interface Specification for SRVCC
- TS 23.007 Restoration procedures
- TS 32.422 Trace, MDT and UE Measurement Control
- TS 36.300 E-UTRAN Radio Interface Protocol Architecture
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 36.414 S1 Interface User Plane Transport
- TS 23.272 CS Fallback in EPS Stage 2
Specifications that reference TS 29.274
- TS 23.501 5G System Architecture
- TS 23.401 Evolved Packet System Architecture
- TS 23.060 GPRS Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 36.300 E-UTRAN Radio Interface Protocol Architecture
- TS 23.002 3GPP System Architecture Overview
- TS 29.002 Mobile Application Part (MAP) Specification
- TS 23.402 EPC for Non-3GPP Access (PMIP)
- TS 32.422 Trace, MDT and UE Measurement Control
- TS 36.413 S1 Application Protocol (S1AP) for E-UTRAN
- TS 28.552 5G Network Performance Measurements
- TS 29.061 Packet Domain Interworking Requirements
- TS 29.214 Rx Interface for Policy and Charging Control
Other specifications in the 29 series
- TS 29.256 UAS-NF NEF Service Protocols
- TS 29.257 UAS Application Enabler Server APIs
- TS 29.272 MME and SGSN Diameter interfaces to HSS/CSS/EIR
- TS 29.273 EPS AAA Reference Points and Procedures
- TS 29.275 PMIPv6 Mobility & Tunnelling Protocols Stage 3
- TS 29.276 EPS S101/S121/S103 Interfaces Stage 3
- TS 29.277 S102 Interface Protocol Specification
- TS 29.278 CAMEL Application Part (CAP) for IMS Phase 4
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 29.274?
3GPP TS 29.274 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GTPv2-C Control Plane Protocol. Defines GTPv2-C signaling messages, information elements, and procedures for EPC mobility, session management, handover, charging, and interworking with 5GC.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 29.274?
TS 29.274 is published in 13 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.0.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 29.274 belong to?
TS 29.274 belongs to the Core Network (GTPv2-C) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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