WPC ETA (Wireless Planning and Coordination - Equipment Type Approval)
The Indian WPC certification is a radio license regulating control approval. To be more accurate, it’s an Equipment Type Approval that was introduced for consumer protection. Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) ETA approval is applicable on all wireless products that contain wireless interfaces such as Router, WiFi, Transmitters, Radio Devices, Bluetooth, etc. to be eligible for sale and marketing in Indian commercial market.
This approval is issued by Ministry of Communication under the Government Department of Telecommunication (DoT) in India that holds the responsibility of Frequency Spectrum Management, including licensing and serving need of wireless users in India.
Who needs to obtain WPC ETA
WPC ETA approval is one of the mandated approvals to import or manufacture any wireless product for sale in India. There are certain predominant Radio Frequency characteristics, as notified by WPC, that are considered the basis of the approval.
WPC ETA Process and Timeline
WPC Equipment Type Approval is sub-divided into two types:
1. WPC ETA – Applicable for Reserved Category of EXIM policy of DGFT
2. WPC ETA (SD) Self Declaration - Applicable for Free Category of EXIM policy of DGFT
Below are the essential step on how to obtain WPC Equipment Type Approval in India
1. Document Preparation
2. Testing
3. Online Filling
4. Evaluation
5. Certification
It takes 2-3 Weeks of time to obtain WPC Equipment Type Approval.
How Brandserv can help you with WPC Approval for Import and Manufacturing
Brandserv believes in offloading the worries of each obligation for regulatory compliance. Our assistance begins right when we receive your query and flows as below for a hassle-free experience for you.
- Providing detailed and most required compliance information
- Documentation
- Processing the Application
- Constant Follow-up with the department
- Handover the Grant
