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WPC ETA Approval

WPC ETA approval for wireless devices — by self-declaration, valid for life.

Bluetooth speakers, earbuds, smartwatches, Wi-Fi routers, laptops, RFID readers and IoT devices need Equipment Type Approval from DoT’s WPC Wing to be imported, sold or used in India. For license-exempt devices it’s now granted on self-declaration. We check your bands, review or arrange RF testing, file the application and deliver the certificate.

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WPC ETA Explained

What ETA is, and who needs it

What It Is

Equipment Type Approval is issued by the Wireless Planning & Coordination Wing of the Department of Telecommunications. It confirms a wireless device meets India’s radio frequency rules for de-licensed bands.

Who Needs It

Manufacturers, importers and brands of any product with a radio in a de-licensed band, from phones and laptops to speakers, earbuds, cameras, printers and short-range devices.

Self-Declaration

Since September 2024, ETA for every license-exempt wireless device is granted on self-declaration, except radar, jammers, drones and satellite equipment.

At a Glance

WPC ETA approval: the key facts

Issued byWireless Planning & Coordination (WPC) Wing, Department of Telecommunications, Government of India
Needed forImport, sale and use of wireless devices operating in de-licensed frequency bands
RouteSelf-declaration for all license-exempt wireless devices (DoT office memorandum, 9 September 2024)
ExcludedRadar, jamming devices, drones and satellite equipment
DocumentsRF test report, technical literature, manufacturer’s authorisation for an Indian representative, signed undertaking
Fee₹10,000, paid through Bharatkosh
ValidityLifetime, unless revoked by the WPC Wing
ImportsETA covers RF compliance only; ETA holders must get any DGFT NOC or clearance before import
ConsultantBizpro Compliance Services, New Delhi, handles WPC ETA self-declaration for manufacturers, importers and brands across India: +91 920 500 6364, contact@bizprocompliance.com
De-Licensed Bands

India’s de-licensed bands: which devices can get ETA by self-declaration

Wireless devices that work only in these license-exempt bands get WPC ETA by self-declaration. The four excluded types need separate WPC permission. Search by product or band.

Showing all 18 bands and device types

No.Band / Device TypeGazette NotificationRouteQuote
12400–2483.5 MHz (2.4 GHz)Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee: earbuds, speakers, smartwatches, keyboards, mice, IoTGSR 45(E), 28 Jan 2005ETA self-declaration
25150–5875 MHz (5 GHz)Wi-Fi routers, access points, laptops, phones, tabletsGSR 1048(E), 18 Oct 2018ETA self-declaration
3Lower 6 GHz bandWi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 devicesDe-licensed 2026ETA self-declaration
4865–867 MHzUHF RFID readers and tagsGSR 564(E), 30 Jul 2008ETA self-declaration
5433–434.79 MHzRemote controls, key fobs, sensors, low-power RFIDGSR 698(E), 16 Sep 2015ETA self-declaration
613.553–13.567 MHzNFC, 13.56 MHz RFID, contactless cards and readersGSR 884(E), 4 Nov 2010ETA self-declaration
7Short-range device bandsAssistive listening, telematics, PMR 446, medical implants, 24 GHz and 61 GHz sensorsGSR 1047(E), 18 Oct 2018ETA self-declaration
8Inductive bands, 9 kHz to 30 MHzWireless chargers, inductive RFID, access cardsGSR 870(E), 21 Dec 2021 and earlierETA self-declaration
936–38 MHzVery low power wireless microphonesGSR 696(E), 16 Sep 2015ETA self-declaration
10402–405 MHzMedical implant communication and telemetryGSR 673(E), 23 Sep 2008ETA self-declaration
1126.957–27.283 MHzLow power citizen band radiosGSR 35(E), 10 Jan 2007ETA self-declaration
12335.7125–335.8375 MHzRemote control of cranesGSR 34(E), 10 Jan 2007ETA self-declaration
1376–77 GHzShort-range automotive radarGSR 699(E), 16 Sep 2015ETA self-declaration
14Ultra-wideband (UWB), 1.6–10.6 GHz and aboveUWB tags, trackers, phones with UWBGSR 1046(E), 18 Oct 2018ETA self-declaration
X1Radar equipmentNot covered by ETA self-declarationSeparate WPC permissionSeparate permission
X2Jamming devicesNot covered by ETA self-declarationSeparate WPC permissionSeparate permission
X3DronesNot covered by ETA self-declarationSeparate WPC permissionSeparate permission
X4Satellite equipmentDevices that transmit to a satellite, such as VSATSeparate WPC permissionSeparate permission

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Sources: DoT eServices ETA page and Gazette notifications de-licensing these bands, checked on 1 November 2026. Each band has its own power and use limits; we check your product against them before filing.

Free WPC Assessment

Get your WPC ETA quote and timeline

Tell us the product and its wireless features. A specialist confirms the bands, test plan, any BIS or TEC needs, total cost and timeline, in writing.

  • Reply within one business dayFrom a named consultant, not an automated sales sequence.
  • Fixed written quoteGovernment fees, lab charges and our fee listed separately before you commit.
  • WPC, BIS and TEC togetherOne plan for every approval your wireless product needs.

What a WPC ETA costs

Government fee₹10,000
RF test reportCharged by the lab
Certificate validityLifetime
Bizpro professional feeFixed, in your quote

Paid online through Bharatkosh. Existing RF reports can often be reused after review.

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What’s Changed

WPC and ETA updates you need to know

From DoT’s eServices portal and circulars.

Self-declaration for every license-exempt device DoT OM, 9 Sep 2024

DoT decided that ETA for all wireless devices made license-exempt by Gazette notifications is granted on self-declaration. You file on the portal with documents and fee, and download the certificate once the application is submitted.

Licensing moves to the Telecommunications Act, 2023 From 25 Jun 2026

Saral Sanchar stopped taking new applications under the Indian Telegraph Act for licences, registrations and permissions, which now go to DoT’s new Authorisation Portal. ETA self-declaration is currently listed on the eServices portal; we track which portal applies when you file.

Radio Equipment Possession Authorisation From 6 Aug 2026

Applications for possession authorisation under the new Radio Equipment Possession Authorisation Rules opened on the Authorisation Portal. This is separate from ETA and applies to radio equipment that isn’t license-exempt.

6 GHz Wi-Fi in self-declaration 2026

The lower 6 GHz band was de-licensed and can now be declared in ETA self-declaration, opening the route for Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 products. A device updated to use 6 GHz needs a fresh ETA rather than an amendment.

How It Works

Your WPC ETA in five steps

With self-declaration there’s no waiting for DoT’s review. Once the application is submitted and paid, the certificate is downloaded. The work is in getting the RF test report and details right.

1

Band & Product Check

We confirm every radio module in the product works only in Indian de-licensed bands and isn’t one of the four excluded types.

Day 1
2

RF Test Report

An RF test report from an accredited lab covering each radio module, plus technical literature. Existing reports are reviewed for India’s band limits.

Day 1–10
3

Portal Registration

The applicant company registers on DoT’s portal with email and mobile verification, and adds its authorised contact.

Day 1–2
4

Application & Fee

Company, equipment and RF test details are entered, documents uploaded and the ₹10,000 fee paid through Bharatkosh.

Same day
5

Undertaking & Download

The signed undertaking is uploaded with mobile OTP, and the ETA certificate is downloaded from the dashboard. It’s valid for life unless revoked.

On submission
Documents & Fees

What you’ll need for a WPC ETA

From DoT’s ETA service page and applicant manual.

Documents

  • RF test reportFrom an accredited laboratory, for each radio module in the product.
  • Technical literatureDatasheet or user manual showing the frequency bands, output power and model details.
  • Authorisation from the manufacturerNeeded when an Indian representative or importer applies for the manufacturer.
  • Signed undertakingDownloaded from the portal after submission and uploaded after payment.
ETA Self-DeclarationDetail
Government fee₹10,000
PaymentOnline via Bharatkosh
GrantDownload on submission
ValidityLifetime, unless revoked
ApplicantManufacturer, importer or authorised Indian representative

Source: DoT eServices: Equipment Type Approval (ETA). RF testing is charged by the lab.

WPC + BIS + TEC

Most wireless products need more than one approval

WPC covers the radio. Other regulators cover safety and network connection, and customs checks all of them.

BIS CRS

Bluetooth speakers, earbuds, smartwatches, phones, laptops, CCTV cameras and many other wireless electronics also need BIS CRS registration. See BIS CRS.

TEC (MTCTE)

Equipment that connects to India’s telecom network, such as routers with SIM or cellular modules, gateways and switches, needs TEC certification under MTCTE.

DGFT Import Clearance

DoT’s circular makes ETA holders responsible for getting any DGFT NOC or clearance before import. ETA covers RF compliance only.

Overseas Brands

WPC ETA for imported wireless products

Who Applies

The importer or an authorised Indian representative can apply, with an authorisation letter from the manufacturer. Customs can accept their self-declaration to clear shipments.

Use Your Existing Reports

RF test reports from accredited labs abroad can often be used. We check the tested bands and power against India’s de-licensed limits before filing.

Plan Before Shipping

Get the ETA, BIS and any DGFT clearance in place before goods reach an Indian port, so they aren’t held at customs.

Pan-India Support

WPC ETA filing for businesses across India

ETA is filed online with DoT’s WPC Wing in New Delhi, so we handle it for manufacturers, importers, e-commerce sellers and brands anywhere in India, including:

Delhi NCRNoidaGurugramMumbaiPuneBengaluruChennaiHyderabadAhmedabadKolkataJaipurChandigarhLucknowKochiCoimbatoreIndoreand every other city
Avoid Rejections

Common WPC ETA mistakes

Bands India Doesn’t Allow

A module tested only to another country’s band plan, or using frequencies outside India’s de-licensed limits, can’t be declared.

One Module Missed

Products with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, or a cellular and a Bluetooth module, need every radio covered in the test report.

Excluded Product Types

Radar, jammers, drones and satellite equipment can’t use self-declaration and need separate WPC permissions.

Model Mismatch

The make and model on the ETA must match the product and its literature exactly.

Assuming ETA Is Enough

Most wireless electronics also need BIS CRS, and imports may need DGFT clearance.

Changing Bands Later

If a software update adds a new band, such as 6 GHz, a fresh ETA is needed.

Quick Answers

Common questions about WPC ETA approval

Equipment Type Approval (ETA) is a certification issued by the Wireless Planning & Coordination (WPC) Wing of India's Department of Telecommunications. It's required for the import, sale and use of wireless devices that operate in de-licensed frequency bands or involve radio frequency transmission.
Any product with a radio operating in India's de-licensed bands, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices, smartphones, laptops, smartwatches, earbuds, speakers, wireless keyboards and mice, printers, cameras, RFID readers, NFC devices, remote controls and IoT sensors.
Since DoT's office memorandum of 9 September 2024, ETA for all wireless devices made license-exempt by Gazette notifications is granted on self-declaration. The applicant submits the application, documents and fee on DoT's portal and downloads the ETA certificate after submission.
The government fee for ETA self-declaration is ₹10,000, paid online through Bharatkosh. RF testing is charged separately by the laboratory.
An ETA is valid for the lifetime of the product unless it's revoked by the WPC Wing.
With self-declaration, the certificate can be downloaded as soon as the application is submitted, the fee paid and the undertaking uploaded. In practice the timeline depends on getting an acceptable RF test report, which usually takes days to a couple of weeks.
DoT lists four exceptions: radar, jamming devices, drones, and satellite equipment such as VSAT. These need separate permissions from the WPC Wing.
The manufacturer, the importer or an authorised Indian representative. An Indian representative needs an authorisation from the manufacturer. Customs can treat the importer's or representative's self-declaration as sufficient evidence for clearance.
Often, yes. WPC ETA covers radio frequency compliance, while BIS CRS covers the safety of electronics like speakers, earbuds, smartwatches and phones. Telecom network equipment may also need TEC certification.
DoT is moving licences, registrations and permissions to a new Authorisation Portal under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, from 25 June 2026, and opened Radio Equipment Possession Authorisation on 6 August 2026. ETA self-declaration is still listed on DoT's eServices portal, and we confirm the current filing route for each application.

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