What is WPC ETA Certification?
The Equipment Type Approval (ETA) granted by WPC is a certificate confirming that your wireless product complies with India’s frequency and technical standards. The WPC ETA laboratory certificate is issued after testing your device’s radio frequency characteristics at an accredited lab. Once you obtain the ETA/WPC certificate, your product is officially approved for import and sale in the Indian market.
✅ Why is WPC ETA Certification Essential?
Legal Requirement: Selling unapproved wireless devices can lead to penalties, confiscation of goods, and criminal liability under Indian telecommunication laws.
Market Access: The ETA certificate is the gateway to entering India’s rapidly growing wireless electronics market.
Consumer Safety & Compliance: ETA certification ensures your devices operate safely within permissible frequency limits, avoiding harmful interference with other devices or services.
Brand Credibility: Certified devices inspire confidence among distributors, retailers, and consumers, enhancing your brand’s reputation.
? Who Needs WPC ETA Certification?
You must apply for WPC certification if you plan to import, sell, or distribute wireless devices such as:
Bluetooth devices (headphones, speakers, keyboards)
Wi-Fi routers, dongles, or IoT devices
RFID readers
Wireless cameras
Zigbee, LoRa, and other RF-based modules
? How to Get WPC ETA Certification?
1️⃣ Identify Frequency Band: Confirm if your device uses unlicensed frequency bands (e.g., 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz) permitted in India.
2️⃣ Testing: Submit your product sample to a WPC-recognized lab for RF testing.
3️⃣ Documentation: Prepare documents like RF test reports, datasheets, user manuals, and a declaration of conformity.
4️⃣ Apply: Submit the application online through the Saral Sanchar portal or offline to WPC.
5️⃣ Approval: Once documents are verified and your product passes compliance, you receive your ETA/WPC certificate.
? Required Documents for WPC ETA Certification
RF Test Report from an accredited lab
Product technical datasheet
User manual
Authorization letter (if applying through an agent)
Import-Export Code (IEC) certificate (for importers)
Final Thought
The WPC ETA certification is more than a formality; it’s a legal necessity and a powerful business enabler. It ensures your wireless products comply with India’s frequency standards, opens doors to a booming electronics market, and safeguards your business from regulatory troubles. Don’t cut corners – secure your ETA/WPC certificate before you sell or distribute wireless devices in India.
