What is WPC certification and is it mandatory?

WPC (Wireless Planning & Coordination) certification - **Equipment Type Approval [ETA]** - is **mandatory** under Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933 s.3 + Indian Wireless Telegraphy Rules 1954 Rule 10 - for any wireless equipment using radio-frequency spectrum in India. This includes Wi-Fi routers, Bluetooth devices, IoT devices, mobile handsets, RFID equipment, walkie-talkies, wireless microphones, satellite terminals. Non-compliance - imprisonment up to 3 years + fine.

What is the difference between ETA and Import Licence?

**ETA (Equipment Type Approval)** - for equipment operating in **licence-free bands** (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, Bluetooth 2.4 GHz, 865-867 MHz RFID, 433 MHz SRD) - Type Approval certificate, valid 10 years, no separate frequency licence required. **Import Licence** (under Rule 12 Wireless Telegraphy Rules 1954) - for equipment operating in **licensed bands** (mobile bands, satellite bands) - separate Frequency Allocation + Import Licence per consignment required.

What is the difference between WPC ETA and TEC MTCTE?

**WPC ETA** certifies **radio-frequency compliance** (frequency band, RF power, spurious emissions) - applies only to equipment using radio spectrum. **TEC MTCTE** certifies **telecom functionality** (safety, EMC, technical parameters, security, SAR, RoHS) - applies to all telecom equipment. Most wireless equipment (mobile handsets, Wi-Fi routers) needs **both** WPC ETA + TEC MTCTE.

What is the fee for WPC ETA?

**Application fee - ₹1,000** (non-refundable); **ETA Issue fee - ₹10,000 per equipment model** (one-time); **Renewal fee - ₹10,000 per model** (10-year renewal). Lab testing fee - separate (WPC-recognised labs charge ₹50,000-₹5 lakh per equipment depending on frequency band and tests). For licensed band equipment - additional Frequency Allocation fee (band-specific, varies from ₹50,000 to several crore per MHz per year).

What is the timeline for WPC ETA?

Typical - **4-8 weeks** (RF testing 3-6 weeks at WPC-recognised lab + WPC scrutiny 2-4 weeks). For complex equipment (5G, satellite terminals) - 3-6 months. For licensed band equipment (Import Licence) - 8-16 weeks + Frequency Allocation (6-12 months). SACFA Clearance for wireless installations - 8-16 weeks. Renewal - 4-6 weeks.

Is WPC ETA required for importing Bluetooth devices?

Yes - Bluetooth devices operate in 2.4 GHz licence-free band but require WPC ETA per WPC's Bluetooth specification. Most Bluetooth devices (headphones, speakers, wearables) also require TEC MTCTE for EMC / safety. Both WPC ETA + TEC MTCTE must be obtained before Customs clearance.

Is Wi-Fi 6E (6 GHz) permitted in India?

Yes - vide WPC Notification 2024, the 6 GHz band (5925-7125 MHz) has been partially opened for **very-low-power Wi-Fi 6E** devices (subject to ETA per WPC's Wi-Fi 6E specification). Full-power Wi-Fi 6E (similar to US FCC / EU ETSI) - under consideration by WPC; current usage limited to indoor low-power applications.

Can a foreign manufacturer obtain WPC ETA directly?

Yes - but must appoint an **Indian Authorised Representative (IAR)** for WPC. The IAR is the legal contact for WPC correspondence and is responsible for compliance. Foreign manufacturer + IAR file ETA application; WPC ETA certificate is issued in the name of the manufacturer (with IAR's contact details).

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Wpc Certification in Hyderabad

Get professional WPC Certification services with I-Pro Solutions. Transparent fees, fast turnaround, expert guidance.

Statutory basis: Applicable Central and State regulatory frameworks in India.

Turnaround

7-14 Working Days

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₹2,499

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Total starting from

₹2,499

Professional + estimated government fee

Professional fee₹1,499 starts with

Government fee (est.)₹1,000 (Hyderabad)

Turnaround7-14 Working Days

Money-back accuracy. CA/CS specialist. Tracked client portal.

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Total starting from

₹2,499

7-14 Working Days

Prof: ₹1,499•Govt: ₹1,000• Guaranteed

Dedicated specialist

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Tracked client portal

Real-time status, end-to-end

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Refile-free if our error

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No hidden charges, ever

About this service

Wpc Certification in Hyderabad provides statutory compliance and legal protection under the governing regulatory frameworks in India. Our specialist CA/CS team handles document drafting, eligibility verification, and direct authority filings from initiation to final certification.

Eligibility & thresholds

Minimum

Valid identity & address proof of applicant
Active PAN & registered business premises
Authorized representative authorization

Maximum

Compliant under applicable regulatory laws
No pending statutory disqualifications
Valid across authorized operational jurisdictions

Statutory floor

Pre-filing statutory documentation verification
Official statutory fee schedule as per authority
Mandatory periodic compliance filings post-approval

What's included

Everything in one transparent fee — no add-ons, no surprises.

Investor-Centric AOA Drafting

If you plan to raise institutional funding, standard Articles of Association (AOA) will not suffice. Venture capitalists demand specific clauses regarding right of first refusal (ROFR), tag-along/drag-along rights, and anti-dilution provisions. Our elite corporate lawyers draft sophisticated AOAs that anticipate future funding rounds, preventing costly and time-consuming structural overhauls when you secure term sheets.

Complex Multi-Founder Structuring

Co-founder disputes are the leading cause of early-stage startup failure. We don't just register your company; we advise on optimal equity splits, director roles, and authorized capital distribution. We provide templates for Co-Founder Agreements and vesting schedules, ensuring that the foundational relationship between partners is legally documented and aligned for long-term stability.

Rapid SPICe+ Processing Engine

Time is of the essence for startups. We utilize an advanced compliance engine that preemptively validates all data entered into the SPICe+ (INC-32) form. By cross-referencing PAN databases, checking DIN eligibility, and formatting registered office proofs perfectly, we eliminate typographical errors that typically cause frustrating ROC resubmission delays, ensuring first-pass approval.

Strategic Authorized Capital Advisory

Determining your initial Authorized Share Capital is a delicate balance. Set it too low, and you'll immediately face high fees to increase it during your first seed round. Set it too high, and you pay unnecessary upfront government stamp duty. We analyze your 12-to-18-month funding roadmap to recommend the exact optimal capital structure that minimizes immediate costs while accommodating your immediate growth.

ESOP Implementation Framework

Attracting top-tier talent in the startup ecosystem often requires offering Employee Stock Ownership Plans. A Private Limited Company is the only structure that efficiently supports this. As part of our premium advisory, we structure your initial cap table to accommodate a future ESOP pool seamlessly, ensuring you are ready to incentivize your founding team.

Comprehensive Post-Incorporation Toolkit

Receiving the Certificate of Incorporation is just the starting line. Within the first 30 to 180 days, you must open a bank account, appoint a statutory auditor (ADT-1), and file the Commencement of Business (INC-20A). We provide a complete post-incorporation execution service, handling these mandatory compliance milestones so you can focus entirely on product development and sales.

Government Fee Breakdown

Government charges only — separate from I-Pro's professional fee. All figures verified as of 25 August 2026.

Fee Component	Amount (₹)	Basis / Authority
Wpc Certification in Hyderabad Statutory Fee	₹1,000	Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority
Total Government Fee	₹1,000	(for default assumptions stated below)

Fee Component

Wpc Certification in Hyderabad Statutory Fee

Amount (₹)

₹1,000

Basis / Authority

Official government fee schedule (separate from professional fee)Statutory Authority

Total Government Fee

₹1,000

(for default assumptions stated below)

Government charges only — verified statutory schedule for Hyderabad, Telangana. Professional fee separate.

Required documents

Each list identifies exactly what to provide — and what you do not need to submit. Use the accordions to expand.

1
**Manufacturer / Importer entity proof** - Certificate of Incorporation / LLP Agreement, PAN, GSTIN;
**Manufacturer / Importer entity proof** - Certificate of Incorporation / LLP Agreement, PAN, GSTIN;
2
**Equipment specifications** - frequency band, maximum RF power, modulation, antenna gain, antenna t
**Equipment specifications** - frequency band, maximum RF power, modulation, antenna gain, antenna type, communication protocols (Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / Zigbee / LoRa / 4G / 5G / NB-IoT);
3
**Test reports from WPC-recognised labs** - per WPC's Standard Test Requirements [STRs] / Equipment
**Test reports from WPC-recognised labs** - per WPC's Standard Test Requirements [STRs] / Equipment Specification [ERs] for the relevant frequency band - RF power, frequency tolerance, spurious emissions, occupied bandwidth, antenna port information;
4
**Manufacturer's Quality Management System (QMS) certificate** - ISO 9001;
**Manufacturer's Quality Management System (QMS) certificate** - ISO 9001;
5
**Manufacturer's authorisation letter** (if importer is distributor / dealer);
**Manufacturer's authorisation letter** (if importer is distributor / dealer);
6
**For foreign manufacturers** - Indian Authorised Representative (IAR) appointment letter;
**For foreign manufacturers** - Indian Authorised Representative (IAR) appointment letter;
7
**Photographs of equipment** (top, bottom, side views with labels);
**Photographs of equipment** (top, bottom, side views with labels);
8
**User manual / installation guide**;
**User manual / installation guide**;
9
**DSC of authorised signatory** (Class-3) for Saral Sanchar filing.
**DSC of authorised signatory** (Class-3) for Saral Sanchar filing.

How it works

Each step is labelled with who performs it — Customer, I-Pro, or the Regulator. Form names are linked to the official portal.

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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 1: **I-Pro**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 2: **I-Pro**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 3: **I-Pro / Applicant**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 4: **Lab**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 5: **I-Pro / Applicant**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 6: **I-Pro / Applicant**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 7: **WPC**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 8: **WPC**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 9: **I-Pro**
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I-Pro⏱ 1 - 3 Days
Step 10: **I-Pro**

Post-registration compliance

What to file next. I-Pro handles these as part of the annual compliance package.

Filing	Form	Deadline
Importing / possessing wireless equipment withou Penalty: Importing / possessing wireless equipment without WPC ETA / Import Licence** - s.3 Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933 (imprisonment up to 3 years + fine) + s.7 (penalties);	`ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF`	Importing / possessing wireless equipment without WPC ETA / Import Licence - s.3 Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933 (imprisonment up to 3 years + fine) + s.7 (penalties);
Customs confiscation (s.111 Customs Act 1962) Penalty: Customs confiscation (s.111 Customs Act 1962) + penalty up to 5× value of goods (s.114 Customs Act);	`ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF`	Customs confiscation (s.111 Customs Act 1962) + penalty up to 5× value of goods (s.114 Customs Act);
Operating unlicensed wireless equipment in lic Penalty: Operating unlicensed wireless equipment in licensed band - s.20 Indian Telegraph Act 1885 (imprisonment up to 1 year + fine) or s.31 (up to 3 years + fine);	`ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF`	Operating unlicensed wireless equipment in licensed band - s.20 Indian Telegraph Act 1885 (imprisonment up to 1 year + fine) or s.31 (up to 3 years + fine);
False test report by lab - WPC de-recognition Penalty: False test report by lab - WPC de-recognition of lab + s.193 IPC (false evidence - imprisonment up to 7 years);	`ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF`	False test report by lab - WPC de-recognition of lab + s.193 IPC (false evidence - imprisonment up to 7 years);
ETA certificate misuse (sale of uncertified mo Penalty: ETA certificate misuse (sale of uncertified model under certified model number) - certificate cancellation + s.420 IPC (cheating) + s.463 IPC (forgery);	`ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF`	ETA certificate misuse (sale of uncertified model under certified model number) - certificate cancellation + s.420 IPC (cheating) + s.463 IPC (forgery);
SAR non-compliance (above Penalty: SAR non-compliance (above	`ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF`	SAR non-compliance (above
6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of Penalty: 6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of the model.	`ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF`	6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of the model.

Filing

**Importing / possessing wireless equipment withou

Penalty: **Importing / possessing wireless equipment without WPC ETA / Import Licence** - s.3 Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933 (imprisonment up to 3 years + fine) + s.7 (penalties);

Form

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Deadline

**Importing / possessing wireless equipment without WPC ETA / Import Licence** - s.3 Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933 (imprisonment up to 3 years + fine) + s.7 (penalties);

Filing

**Customs confiscation** (s.111 Customs Act 1962)

Penalty: **Customs confiscation** (s.111 Customs Act 1962) + penalty up to 5× value of goods (s.114 Customs Act);

Form

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Deadline

**Customs confiscation** (s.111 Customs Act 1962) + penalty up to 5× value of goods (s.114 Customs Act);

Filing

**Operating unlicensed wireless equipment** in lic

Penalty: **Operating unlicensed wireless equipment** in licensed band - s.20 Indian Telegraph Act 1885 (imprisonment up to 1 year + fine) or s.31 (up to 3 years + fine);

Form

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Deadline

**Operating unlicensed wireless equipment** in licensed band - s.20 Indian Telegraph Act 1885 (imprisonment up to 1 year + fine) or s.31 (up to 3 years + fine);

Filing

**False test report** by lab - WPC de-recognition

Penalty: **False test report** by lab - WPC de-recognition of lab + s.193 IPC (false evidence - imprisonment up to 7 years);

Form

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Deadline

**False test report** by lab - WPC de-recognition of lab + s.193 IPC (false evidence - imprisonment up to 7 years);

Filing

**ETA certificate misuse** (sale of uncertified mo

Penalty: **ETA certificate misuse** (sale of uncertified model under certified model number) - certificate cancellation + s.420 IPC (cheating) + s.463 IPC (forgery);

Form

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Deadline

**ETA certificate misuse** (sale of uncertified model under certified model number) - certificate cancellation + s.420 IPC (cheating) + s.463 IPC (forgery);

Filing

**SAR non-compliance** (above

Penalty: **SAR non-compliance** (above

Form

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Deadline

**SAR non-compliance** (above

Filing

6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of

Penalty: 6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of the model.

Form

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Deadline

6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of the model.

Penalties for non-compliance

Statutory penalties under governing regulatory provisions. Avoid non-compliance delays.

Non-compliance	Provision	Penalty
**Importing / possessing wireless equipment withou	ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF	Importing / possessing wireless equipment without WPC ETA / Import Licence - s.3 Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933 (imprisonment up to 3 years + fine) + s.7 (penalties);
Customs confiscation (s.111 Customs Act 1962)	ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF	Customs confiscation (s.111 Customs Act 1962) + penalty up to 5× value of goods (s.114 Customs Act);
Operating unlicensed wireless equipment in lic	ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF	Operating unlicensed wireless equipment in licensed band - s.20 Indian Telegraph Act 1885 (imprisonment up to 1 year + fine) or s.31 (up to 3 years + fine);
False test report by lab - WPC de-recognition	ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF	False test report by lab - WPC de-recognition of lab + s.193 IPC (false evidence - imprisonment up to 7 years);
ETA certificate misuse (sale of uncertified mo	ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF	ETA certificate misuse (sale of uncertified model under certified model number) - certificate cancellation + s.420 IPC (cheating) + s.463 IPC (forgery);
SAR non-compliance (above	ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF	SAR non-compliance (above
6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of	ETA - 4-8 weeks for standard applications (RF	6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of the model.

Non-compliance

**Importing / possessing wireless equipment withou

Provision

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Penalty

**Importing / possessing wireless equipment without WPC ETA / Import Licence** - s.3 Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933 (imprisonment up to 3 years + fine) + s.7 (penalties);

Non-compliance

**Customs confiscation** (s.111 Customs Act 1962)

Provision

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Penalty

**Customs confiscation** (s.111 Customs Act 1962) + penalty up to 5× value of goods (s.114 Customs Act);

Non-compliance

**Operating unlicensed wireless equipment** in lic

Provision

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Penalty

**Operating unlicensed wireless equipment** in licensed band - s.20 Indian Telegraph Act 1885 (imprisonment up to 1 year + fine) or s.31 (up to 3 years + fine);

Non-compliance

**False test report** by lab - WPC de-recognition

Provision

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Penalty

**False test report** by lab - WPC de-recognition of lab + s.193 IPC (false evidence - imprisonment up to 7 years);

Non-compliance

**ETA certificate misuse** (sale of uncertified mo

Provision

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Penalty

**ETA certificate misuse** (sale of uncertified model under certified model number) - certificate cancellation + s.420 IPC (cheating) + s.463 IPC (forgery);

Non-compliance

**SAR non-compliance** (above

Provision

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Penalty

**SAR non-compliance** (above

Non-compliance

6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of

Provision

ETA - **4-8 weeks** for standard applications (RF

Penalty

6 W/kg for mobile handsets) - DoT may ban sale of the model.

Common mistakes to avoid

Avoidable filing errors that cause delays or rejection. Each can be resolved before submission.

1
Mismatched applicant legal name or identity details across KYC proofs
Why: Government verification APIs cross-check with UIDAI and MCA databases and automatically flag discrepancies in spelling or dates.
Fix: Our specialists pre-validate your documents against official government databases before portal filing.
2
Submitting outdated utility bills or non-notarized commercial leases
Why: Premises proofs older than 60 days or defective landlord NOCs trigger statutory scrutiny queries and multi-week processing delays.
Fix: We verify recent billing dates and provide pre-formatted, legally vetted landlord NOC and lease formats.
3
Selecting incorrect classification, turnover slab, or statutory activity code
Why: Applications filed under inappropriate classifications attract show-cause notices and potential rejection without statutory fee refund.
Fix: We conduct a statutory scope assessment to align your application with the exact regulatory requirements.

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