Microsoft Entra ID P2

Microsoft Entra ID P2 (formerly Azure Active Directory P2) is a premium Identity & Access subscription designed to help organisations reduce identity-based attacks and control privileged access at scale. It adds advanced security and governance capabilities on top of Entra ID P1, including risk-based policies, just-in-time privilege elevation, and structured access reviews. If you need to buy Microsoft Entra ID P2 in India with compliant procurement and enterprise onboarding, India Enterprises supplies genuine Microsoft subscriptions for business and government customers.

Overview

Microsoft Entra ID P2 strengthens identity security across cloud and hybrid environments by combining identity threat detection with privileged access governance. It is commonly deployed to protect Microsoft 365, Azure, and thousands of SaaS applications integrated with Entra ID. Entra ID P2 is also included with Microsoft 365 E5, making it a key component for enterprises standardising on Microsoft security and compliance.

Key Features

• Everything in Entra ID P1, including Conditional Access foundations and identity management capabilities.
• Microsoft Entra ID Protection for real-time sign-in risk and user risk detection.
• Risk-based Conditional Access to automatically enforce controls when risk is elevated.
• Privileged Identity Management (PIM) for just-in-time elevation to Entra roles and Azure resource roles.
• Time-bound privileged access to reduce standing admin permissions and support least-privilege operations.
• Access reviews to regularly verify user, group, and privileged role assignments.
• Identity governance workflows that support ongoing access hygiene and audit readiness.

Who It's For

Microsoft Entra ID P2 is suited for organisations that need stronger identity security and administrative control without adding separate point products.

• IT and security teams implementing zero trust and reducing account compromise risk.
• Enterprises managing privileged access to Microsoft 365, Azure, and integrated SaaS apps.
• Compliance-focused businesses that must demonstrate periodic access certification and least privilege.
• Growing organisations standardising identity controls across multiple locations and departments.

What's Included

• Subscription licence for Microsoft Entra ID P2 (SKU: MS-ENTRA-ID-P2).
• Microsoft Entra ID Protection (risk detection and risk-based policy support).
• Privileged Identity Management for Entra roles and Azure resource roles.
• Access reviews for governance of user and privileged access.
• Microsoft documentation and standard product support as per Microsoft subscription terms.

System Requirements

• An active Microsoft Entra ID tenant (cloud identity service) for configuration and policy management.
• Supported web browser for the Entra admin experience (modern Edge/Chrome/Firefox/Safari).
• Users must be assigned the appropriate Entra ID P2 licences to use P2 capabilities.
• For hybrid scenarios, integration with on-premises identity systems may be required as per your architecture.
• Network access to Microsoft cloud services for sign-in, policy evaluation, and administrative operations.

Why Buy From India Enterprises

India Enterprises is an authorised reseller for Microsoft subscriptions and helps you procure Microsoft Entra ID P2 in India with the right documentation and deployment guidance for business purchase orders.

• GST invoice for compliant procurement and audits.
• Pan-India delivery and remote fulfilment for subscription licensing.
• Dedicated account support for licence mapping and renewal planning.
• Assistance with tenant onboarding and aligning the right subscription to your requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Microsoft Entra ID P2 the same as Azure Active Directory P2?

Yes. Microsoft Entra ID P2 is the current name for Azure Active Directory P2. The licensing level and core capabilities remain focused on advanced identity protection and privileged access governance.

What’s the difference between Entra ID P1 and P2?

Entra ID P2 includes everything in P1 and adds Entra ID Protection, Privileged Identity Management, and access reviews, which are commonly required for risk-based access enforcement and privileged admin control.

Is Entra ID P2 included with Microsoft 365 E5?

Yes. Microsoft Entra ID P2 is included with Microsoft 365 E5. If you already own E5, you may already be entitled to these capabilities depending on how your licences are assigned.

Can Entra ID P2 be purchased for only specific users?

In many deployments, organisations assign Entra ID P2 to targeted users such as administrators or high-risk roles. Licensing and assignment should follow Microsoft terms; India Enterprises can help validate the right approach for your environment.