Network Integration

AWS + Tata Communications Direct Connect: Private Cloud Connectivity for Indian Enterprises

For Indian enterprises moving critical workloads to AWS Mumbai, public internet connectivity introduces latency, bandwidth variability, and security concerns. AWS Direct Connect via Tata Communications NxtPort provides a dedicated, private network connection from your office to AWS — bypassing the public internet entirely.

AWS Direct Connect via Tata NxtPort (Hosted Connection): Tata Communications provides a hosted Direct Connect connection (1 Gbps or 10 Gbps) from AWS Mumbai to your office. Provisioning time: 4–8 weeks. Requires BGP routing configuration.
AWS Direct Connect via Tata NxtPort (Hosted VIF): Virtual Interface (VIF) hosted by Tata — connects your existing Tata MPLS network to AWS. Lower entry cost than dedicated connection. Minimum 50 Mbps to AWS.
Site-to-Site VPN (Budget Alternative): AWS Site-to-Site VPN over Tata leased line — encrypted tunnel over internet (not true Direct Connect). Suitable for smaller workloads where guaranteed bandwidth is not critical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is AWS Direct Connect worth it for Indian businesses compared to internet connectivity?

For businesses transferring over 5 TB/month to AWS Mumbai, Direct Connect becomes cost-competitive vs internet egress fees. Beyond cost, Direct Connect provides consistent sub-5ms latency to AWS Mumbai — critical for ERP, database replication, and real-time applications running in a hybrid cloud model.

Can Airtel or Jio also provide AWS Direct Connect in India?

Yes — Airtel also offers AWS Direct Connect connectivity via Airtel Cloud Connect. Jio has Direct Connect partnerships for large enterprise customers. We evaluate all providers and recommend based on your existing ISP relationship, location, and bandwidth requirements.

How long does it take to get AWS Direct Connect via Tata Communications in India?

Provisioning typically takes 4–8 weeks from order to live connection. This includes Tata circuit provisioning, AWS connection acceptance, BGP routing configuration, and testing. We manage the full provisioning process on your behalf.