WPC Certification: Mandatory Wireless Compliance in India
To operate a wireless device business in India, securing WPC certification is mandatory. The Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) Wing under the DoT issues Equipment Type Approval (ETA) and import licenses to ensure all RF devices comply with national frequency standards.
DoStartup™ assists manufacturers and importers with WPC licenses for Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, and other wireless devices—handling Saral Sanchar portal filings, RF testing, technical documentation, and post‑compliance coordination.
With regional offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Guwahati, the WPC Wing manages spectrum allocation, frequency testing, and certification for legal marketing of wireless products in India.
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Device Compatibility
Ensures your wireless products operate on approved Indian frequency bands without interference.
National Security Compliance
Regulates RF devices to prevent unauthorized use and safeguard public safety.
Frequency Management
Prevents signal conflicts by enforcing strict band usage per device type.
Market Access
Mandatory WPC ETA certification or import license to legally sell wireless devices in India.
Who Needs to Register?
Seamless Import Licensing
Obtain WPC import authorization for Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, and other RF devices through a single portal.
Equipment Type Approval
Secure ETA certification to demonstrate compliance with Indian RF regulations.
Streamlined Testing
Use ISO/IEC 17025 lab reports to waive redundant in‑country testing post‑2021.
Regulatory Expertise
DoStartup™ coordinates with designated Indian representatives for foreign applicants.
How To File It Online?
Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure your response is submitted correctly
Portal Registration
Register on Saral Sanchar portal to generate your WPC Import ID.
ETA Application
Submit self‑declaration and check device exemption status with Import ID.
RF Test Report
Upload lab‑accredited RF test results detailing frequency, bandwidth, and sweep specs.
Document Submission
Provide technical datasheet, IEC code, authorization letters, and mandatory documents.
Fee Payment
Pay WPC fees online via card, UPI, or digital wallets.
Certificate Issuance
Receive the WPC ETA certificate permitting legal import and sale.
Deadlines & Penalties
Avoid late fees by submitting on time
Penalty for Late Filing
- Device technical specifications
- Authorized signatory ID & address proof
- Company registration & GST certificates
- RF test report from accredited lab
- Authorization letter for AIR (foreign applicants)
- Import‑Export Code (IEC)
- Purchase order or invoice
- ASTM/EN/RoHS/CE compliance reports
Consequences of Non-Compliance
- Maintain records of approved frequency bands
- Submit periodic updates to WPC
- Notify WPC of any device modifications
- Renew ETA or import license as needed
1Eligibility for WPC Import License
- Manufacturers or importers of Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, and other RF devices
- Foreign companies must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR)
- Submit RF test reports from ISO/IEC 17025 labs to waive in‑India retesting
- Devices must operate within India’s delicensed frequency bands
- Maintain a complete technical data sheet for authority review
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Non‑Network License
Import, dealer possession, and non‑dealer possession licenses for non‑network service providers.
Network License
ISP, experimental, and telecom provider licenses for mobile, DTH, and data services.
WPC ETA Certification
Equipment Type Approval for devices using unlicensed bands (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi).
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