The WPC ETA certification is required for radio or wireless communication equipment in India. It is distributed by the Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing (WPC) of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). To be used or sold in India, a gadget or piece of equipment must meet certain technical standards.

The WPC ETA certificate ensures that the equipment complies with these requirements and is safe to use. As part of the certification procedure, the equpimwnt is put through testing in certified labs to confirm its dependability, electromagnetic compatibility, and efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum. After the equipment successfully completes the necessary testing and fulfils the standards, the WPC provides the ETA certificate.

Typically, this certification is required for specific types of wireless items before they may be used, sold, or imported into India. It demonstrates that the equipment has passed the necessary testing and complies with the specifications.

Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) is governed in India by the Ministry of Communications, Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and Government of India. Under the administrative direction of the DoT, the WPC is in charge of organising, assigning, and regulating the radio frequency spectrum in India.

Lifetime

20 Working Days

• GST Registration Copy
• CIN Registration Copy
• Pan Card Company
• Pan Card of one Director
• Aadhaar Card of the Director

• Identify the category of the equipment
• Connect with Authorised Testing facilities
• Compile all required documentation
• WPC Application Submission
• Equipment Testing and Evaluation by Laboratory
• Application Review
• Verification and Inspection
• Grant of Certification

A Guide to Equipment Type Approval (ETA)
ETAs (Equipment Type Approval) include the following points:

• ETA verifies that the device complies with all applicable safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and radio frequency spectrum utilization regulations.
• Some wireless items frequently need ETA certification before they can be imported, sold, or used in a specific country or region.
• Accredited laboratories test and evaluate equipment to ensure its performance, safety, and compliance with technical specifications.
• The necessary documents and other information must accompany technical specifications, test results, and importers’ certification applications.
• During the renewal process, equipment is tested again to make sure it meets the requirements. After approval, a new certificate is issued.
• By proving compliance with legal requirements and high performance standards, ETA certification allows importers or manufacturers to enter the market.
• Equipment that has been successfully certified may have compliance markings, such as certification labels or emblems, that show adherence to the relevant standards.
• There may be differences between nations or regions in ETA requirements and processes due to the unique standards and procedures of each regulatory authority.

• It can be an individual, a firm, a partnership, a limited liability partnership (LLP), a corporation, or a government agency.
• An authorised representative represents the applicant during the certification process. This representative should have the authority to handle the application and interact with the Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing (WPC).
• WPC’s relevant technical requirements must be met by the product or machinery applying for certification. These criteria may differ based on the equipment and its intended use.
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, including those set forth by the WPC for safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and effective spectrum utilization.
• The WPC requires thorough and correct documentation from applicants.
• A WPC-approved laboratory must conduct testing and evaluation of the eqipment. Tests are conducted to determine whether the equipment is functional, safe, and conforms to technical standards.
• Note that qualification requirements may vary based on certification type and equipment category.