What is WPC ETA Approval?
The Wireless Planning & Coordination (WPC) Wing of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is the national radio regulatory authority in India. Any product that emits radio frequency (RF), operates on wireless protocols (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, RFID, Zigbee), and functions in de-licensed frequency bands requires an official Equipment Type Approval (ETA).
Importers and manufacturers cannot clear wireless consignments through Indian Customs without submitting a valid WPC ETA Certificate and obtaining a WPC Import License via the official Saral Sanchar portal.
Fast-Track ETA-SD
Under ETA Self-Declaration (ETA-SD), approvals can be generated within 24 to 48 hours if an ILAC-accredited RF test report is available.
Lifetime Model Validity
WPC ETA certificate has perpetual lifetime validity for the approved model, requiring no recurring annual renewal fee.
Products & De-licensed Frequency Bands
Approval is mandatory for all wireless consumer and industrial electronics operating in exempt frequency bands:
Bluetooth (2.4 GHz):
Earbuds, Wireless Speakers, Smartwatches, Fitness Trackers, MiceWi-Fi (2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz):
Wi-Fi 6 Routers, Laptops, Smart TV Sticks, IoT Smart Plugs, CamerasRFID & NFC (13.56 MHz):
RFID Readers, Access Control Cards, POS Terminals, Fastag ScannersWireless RF Modules:
BLE 5.0 Modules, Zigbee, LoRaWAN Transceivers, ESP32 chipsDrones & Remotes:
Remote Controllers, Toy Drones, Wireless Keyless Entry fobsRadar & mmWave:
Automotive 77 GHz Radars, Short-range 60 GHz WiGig sensorsDocuments Required for WPC ETA Approval
Our technical team scrutinizes foreign and domestic RF test reports prior to filing:
- Radio Frequency (RF) Test Report from ISO/IEC 17025 accredited lab.
- ILAC Lab Accreditation Certificate & Scope Document.
- Product Technical Datasheet & Operating Frequency specifications.
- Brand Authorization Letter from OEM in favor of Indian Importer.
- Company GST, PAN, and Import Export Code (IEC) certificate.
- Undertaking & Self-Declaration of Conformity on Saral Sanchar.
Fast-Track WPC Approval Roadmap
RF Report Verification & Frequency Check
Audit RF test report parameters (conducted power, EIRP, operating frequencies) against Indian National Frequency Allocation Plan (NFAP).
Saral Sanchar Profile Creation
Setup user profile and corporate registration on the Ministry of Communications Saral Sanchar portal.
ETA-SD Application Submission
Upload validated RF test report, manufacturer authorization, product technical specs, and pay treasury fees.
WPC Import License Processing
Apply for WPC Import License on the portal to authorize customs cargo entry through sea/air ports.
Issuance of ETA Certificate & License
Download official digitally signed Equipment Type Approval (ETA) certificate for life-long commercial sales in India.
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