WPC Approval Services in India
The Wireless Planning & Coordination (WPC) Wing under India’s Department of Telecommunications regulates the use of radio frequency spectrum. Any wireless, RF-enabled, or telecom equipment imported into or manufactured in India requires WPC Equipment Type Approval (ETA) before it can be sold or used in the country.
With IoT adoption accelerating and the 6 GHz spectrum band opening up in 2026, WPC compliance has become more critical — and more complex — than ever. ACPL provides expert WPC approval services to help manufacturers and importers navigate India’s evolving wireless regulations.
Services Offered
- Equipment Type Approval (ETA) applications for license-exempt devices
- WPC import licenses for wireless and RF equipment
- Experimental licenses for R&D and testing
- Dealer possession licenses
- License renewal and amendments
- Coordination with BIS-recognized and NABL-accredited testing laboratories
- Combined WPC + BIS approval management
Products Requiring WPC Approval
WPC ETA certification is mandatory for all wireless and RF-enabled products, including:
- Wi-Fi routers, access points, and mesh systems
- Bluetooth devices (headphones, speakers, wearables)
- IoT sensors, smart home devices, and connected appliances
- RFID readers and NFC-enabled devices
- Drones and remote-controlled products
- 5G and LTE-enabled equipment
- GPS/GNSS receivers and satellite communication devices
Recent WPC Updates (2025–2026)
- 6 GHz band enabled — GSR 47(E) issued January 2026 allows the 5925–6425 MHz band for Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 devices
- Compliance tightening — Authorities now closely verify test reports to ensure devices operate only in license-exempt bands
- Online portal improvements — ETA certificates issued digitally, typically within 2 weeks
- Combined approval timeline — Allow approximately 8 weeks for combined WPC + BIS approvals
Related Services
- BIS Certification — CRS registration required alongside WPC for most electronic products
- EPR Registration — E-waste EPR required for electronic product manufacturers and importers
- DGFT Approvals — Import licensing for telecom and wireless equipment
- Legal Metrology — Labeling compliance for consumer electronics