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TEC Certification

Looking to obtain TEC Certification for your telecom products in India? EVTL India, a leading TEC certification consultant, assists manufacturers in securing TEC certificates for their telecom equipment. Our expert team ensures a hassle-free certification process, adhering to prescribed timelines. We offer step-by-step support, guiding you through every phase of the certification journey. Our consultation services are available 24/7, providing you with continuous assistance to meet all your certification needs efficiently and effectively.

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TEC Certification - OVERVIEW

To sell or import telecom equipment in India, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Authorized Indian Representatives (AIRs) must obtain a Certificate from the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC). This guide provides comprehensive information about TEC registration, including the types of certifications available, the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) scheme, the certification process, and the documents required.


What is TEC Certification?

TEC certification is a mandatory process for telecom equipment in India, ensuring that all devices comply with established technical standards. Governed by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), a unit of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), this certification is crucial for maintaining the quality and safety of telecom products in the Indian market.

The TEC assists the DoT in developing and implementing various standards and policies for the safe and secure use of emerging technologies in telecommunications. The TEC issues the certification after the telecom equipment undergoes testing under the MTCTE (Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment) scheme. This process ensures that all telecom devices meet the necessary technical and safety requirements, thereby safeguarding the interests of consumers and maintaining the integrity of the telecom infrastructure in India.


Importance of TEC Certification

TEC certification plays a vital role in the Indian telecommunications industry by ensuring that all telecom equipment meets the necessary technical and safety standards. Here are some key reasons why TEC certification is important:

Identify the Applicable Indian Standard (IS): the specific Indian Standard that applies to your product. This information can be found on the BIS website or by consulting BIS guidelines.

Quality Assurance: certification ensures that telecom equipment meets high-quality standards, which is essential for reliable and efficient communication services.

Safety Standards: The certification process includes rigorous testing to ensure the safety of telecom devices, protecting both users and the network infrastructure from potential hazards.

Regulatory Compliance: TEC certification is mandatory, ensuring that all telecom equipment complies with the regulations set by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). This compliance helps in maintaining orderly market operations and adherence to legal requirements

Consumer Confidence: Certified products provide assurance to consumers regarding the performance and safety of the telecom equipment they use, fostering trust and confidence in the market.

Market Access: For manufacturers, obtaining TEC certification is crucial for entering and operating in the Indian telecom market. Without this certification, products cannot be legally sold or used within the country.

Innovation and Standards: TEC certification encourages innovation while maintaining standardized benchmarks, facilitating the introduction of new and advanced technologies in a controlled and safe manner.

Overall, TEC certification is fundamental to maintaining the integrity, safety, and quality of telecom products in India, benefiting both consumers and manufacturers.


Types of TEC Certification

Based on the type of product and the technical standards related to its interface, the TEC certification has been categorised into four parts i.e, Type Approval, Interface Approval, Certificate of Approvals, and Service Approval.

 Type Approval: Type Approval is granted for telecom equipment that meets the prescribed standards and specifications. This certification ensures that the equipment is safe and reliable for use in telecom networks.

 Interface Approval: Interface Approval is provided for telecom equipment that interfaces with public networks. It ensures compatibility and interoperability with existing network infrastructure.

 Certificate of Approval: A Certificate of Approval is issued for telecom equipment that complies with specific requirements set by the TEC. This certification often applies to new or innovative technologies.

 Technology Approval: Approval is granted for new and emerging telecom technologies. This certification ensures that the technology meets the required standards and can be safely implemented in telecom networks.


What is the MTCTE Scheme?

The Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) scheme is a regulatory framework implemented by the Government of India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to ensure that all telecom equipment used in the country meets prescribed technical and safety standards. According to the Indian Telegraph (Amendment) Rules, 2017, every telecom equipment must undergo mandatory testing and certification prior to sale, import, or usage in India. This testing is conducted for conformance to Essential Requirements (ER) for the equipment by Indian Accredited Labs designated by TEC. Based on their test reports, a TEC certificate is issued by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre. The primary goal of the MTCTE scheme is to prevent telecom equipment from degrading the performance of the existing network and to meet required safety and technical standards, thereby maintaining the integrity, reliability, and safety of telecom networks in India.

The MTCTE scheme covers a wide range of telecom equipment, including mobile phones, base stations, routers, switches, and other network infrastructure components. Any device that can connect to the public telecom network must undergo testing and certification under this scheme. The testing process, overseen by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), covers various parameters such as electromagnetic compatibility, safety, technical performance, and specific absorption rate (SAR) for mobile devices. Compliance with the MTCTE scheme is mandatory for all telecom equipment manufacturers and importers, with non-compliance resulting in penalties, including fines and the prohibition of non-certified equipment from being sold or used in India.


Products Covered Under MTCTE Scheme

The MTCTE scheme is implemented in phases, allowing manufacturers and importers to gradually comply with the new requirements. The MTCTE scheme covers a wide range of telecom equipments. A list of equipments covered under Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) scheme

Hf Radio

Hf Radio

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IP Multi Media Confrencing Equipment

IP Security Equipment

IP Security Equipment

Lan Switch

Lan Switch

Gpon

Gpon

Media Getway

Media Getway

Mobile Radio Trunking System

Mobile Radio Trunking System

Optical Fiber Cable

Optical Fiber Cable

Point of Sales Devices

Point of Sales Devices

Repeater for Cellular Network

Repeater for Cellular Network

Soft Switch

Soft switchk

Media Converter

Media Converter

Smart Electricity Meter

Smart Electricity Meter

Router

Router

PON Family of Broadband Equipment

PON Family of Broadband Equipment

Session Border Controller

Session Border Controller

Wifi Access Point

Wifi Access Point

Two Wire Telephone

Two Wire Telephone

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Transmission Terminal Equipment dwdm dxc

TEC certification of telecom equipment covered by MTCTE Phase I has been mandatory for importers and producers beginning of October 1, 2019. Devices like as cell phones, landlines, fax machines, modems, wireless devices, satellite communication equipment, and more were included in MTCTE Phase 1. Enumerated Products (MTCTE Phase-l Essential Requirements):

S. No. Product Name Product Variant Name Category of Product (GCS/SCS)
1 2-Wire Telephone Equipment 2-Line Feature Phone SCS
2 2-Wire Telephone Equipment CLIP Phone SCS
3 2-Wire Telephone Equipment Coin Box Telephone SCS
4 2-Wire Telephone Equipment Coin Box Telephone - Table Top Interface SCS
5 2-Wire Telephone Equipment Electronic Telephone Instrument SCS
6 2-Wire Telephone Equipment Executive Telephone Systems SCS
7 2-Wire Telephone Equipment Key Telephone System SCS
8 2-Wire Telephone Equipment Key Telephone Systems with proprietary interface SCS
9 2-Wire Telephone Equipment NSD or ISD Payphone SCS
10 2-Wire Telephone Equipment Terminals for connecting to PSTN SCS
11 G3 Fax Machine FAX machine with handset SCS
12 G3 Fax Machine FAX machine without handset SCS
13 Modem V.90 or V.92 or V.21 to V.34 Modem SCS
14 Cordless Telephone Cordless Telephone SCS
15 ISDN Customer Premises Equipment ISDN Gateway SCS
16 ISDN Customer Premises Equipment ISDN NT-1 Network Termination SCS
17 ISDN Customer Premises Equipment ISDN Terminal SCS
18 ISDN Customer Premises Equipment ISDN Terminal Adapter SCS
19 ISDN Customer Premises Equipment Multipoint Conferencing Server SCS
20 ISDN Customer Premises Equipment PC card based ISDN Terminal SCS
21 Private Automatic Branch Exchange Private Automatic Branch Exchange SCS

Before products covered by MTCTE Phase 2 may be sold in India, they must first receive TEC certification, as of October 1, 2020. Numerous telecom devices, such as switches, routers, network interface devices, optical transport equipment, and more, were included in Phase 2 of the MTCTE plan. Product List (Essential Requirements) Included in Phase-ll of MTCTE

S. No. Product Name Product Variant Name Category of Product (GCS/SCS)
1 PON Family of Broadband Equipment PON ONU SCS
2 PON Family of Broadband Equipment PON ONT SCS
3 PON Family of Broadband Equipment PON OLT SCS
4 Feedback Device Feedback Device SCS
5 Transmission Terminal Equipment1 Multiplexing Equipment SCS
6 Transmission Terminal Equipment1 SDH Equipment SCS

Manufacturers or importers of ten designated telecom products will need to receive certification prior to selling them in India, as of October 1, 2023. Furthermore, an additional 14 goods will be subject to the required certification requirement as of January 1, 2024.

S. No. Product Name Product Variant Name Category of Product (GCS/SCS)
1 Equipments Operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Band PTP PMP Wireless Access Equipment 2.4 or 5 GHz SCS
2 Equipments Operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Band Wifi Access Points and CPE SCS
3 Equipments Operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Band WLAN Controller Equipment SCS
4 IoT Gateway IoT Gateway GCS
5 Tracking Device Asset Tracking Device SCS
6 Tracking Device Human Tracking Device SCS
7 Tracking Device Pet Tracking Device SCS
8 Tracking Device Vehicle Tracking Device SCS
9 Smart Electricity Meter Smart Electricity Meter SCS
10 End Point Device for Environmental Monitoring End Point Device for Environmental Monitoring SCS
11 Repeater for Cellular Network GSM and WCDMA Repeater GCS
12 Repeater for Cellular Network GSM Repeater GCS
13 Repeater for Cellular Network GSM WCDMA and LTE Repeater GCS
14 Repeater for Cellular Network LTE Repeater GCS
15 Repeater for Cellular Network WCDMA and LTE Repeater GCS
16 Repeater for Cellular Network WCDMA Repeater GCS
17 Base Station for Cellular Network BTS for GSM GCS
18 Base Station for Cellular Network BTS with AAS GCS
19 Base Station for Cellular Network BTS with MSR GCS
20 Base Station for Cellular Network eNodeB for LTE GCS
21 Base Station for Cellular Network NodeB for WCDMA GCS
22 Compact Cellular Network BTS CCN GCS
23 Compact Cellular Network eNodeB CCN GCS
24 Compact Cellular Network NodeB CCN GCS

S. No. Product Name Product Variant Name Category of Product (GCS/SCS)
1 LAN Switch L2 LAN Switch SCS
2 LAN Switch L3 LAN Switch SCS
3 LAN Switch MPLS TP CEN Switch SCS
4 LAN Switch L2 Unmanaged Switch SCS
5 Router BNG or BRAS Router SCS
6 Router Cloud Control Capable Router SCS
7 Router IPV4 Router SCS
8 Router IPV6 Router SCS
9 Router MPLS Router SCS
10 IP Security Equipment Firewall Equipment SCS
11 IP Security Equipment Intrusion Detection System Equipment SCS
12 IP Security Equipment Intrusion Prevention System Equipment SCS
13 IP Security Equipment Unified Threat Management Equipment SCS
14 Media Gateway Line Media Gateway SCS
15 Media Gateway Media Gateway SCS
16 Media Gateway Media Gateway for CPE SCS
17 Signalling Gateway Signalling Gateway SCS
18 Softswitch Softswitch SCS
19 Infiniband Switch Infiniband Switch SCS
20 IP Multimedia Conferencing Equipment IP Multimedia Conferencing Equipment SCS
21 Conferencing Equipment Audio Conference Facility Device SCS
22 Conferencing Equipment Multi Line Telephone System SCS
23 Optical Fibre Cable Hybrid Cable - Optical and Metallic SCS
24 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - ADSS on Aerial alignment SCS
25 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - ADSS over Power line SCS
26 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - Direct Buried SCS
27 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - DSA SCS
28 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - Duct SCS
29 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - In home SCS
30 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - Indoor SCS
31 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - Indoor or Outdoor SCS
32 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - Lashed Aerial SCS
33 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable - Micro -Duct SCS
34 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable – Outdoor SCS
35 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Fibre Cable – Riser SCS
36 Optical Fibre Cable Optical Groung Wire -OPGW SCS
37 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre - G.652.D GCS
38 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre - G.655 GCS
39 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre - G.656 GCS
40 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre - G.657.A1 GCS
41 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre - G.657.A2 GCS
42 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre - G.657.B3 GCS
43 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre - G.654.D GCS
44 Optical Fibre - Single Mode Optical Fibre -G.654.E GCS
45 HF Radio HF Base Station - Baseband plus Radio GCS
46 HF Radio HF Base Station - Radio Only GCS
47 HF Radio HF Baseband Equipment without Radio GCS
48 HF Radio HF Fixed Station GCS
49 HF Radio HF Handheld Portable Stations CGS
50 HF Radio HF Mobile Stations GCS
51 Session Border Controller Session Border Controller SCS
52 Mobile Radio Trunking System MRTS Base Station - Baseband plus Radio GCS
53 Mobile Radio Trunking System MRTS Base Station - Radio Only GCS
54 Mobile Radio Trunking System MRTS Baseband Equipment without Radio GCS
55 Mobile Radio Trunking System MRTS Fixed Station GCS
56 Mobile Radio Trunking System MRTS Handheld Portable Station GCS
57 Mobile Radio Trunking System MRTS Mobile Station GCS
58 VHF UHF Radio System Equipment VHF UHF Base Station - Baseband plus Radio GCS
59 VHF UHF Radio System Equipment VHF UHF Base Station - Radio Only GCS
60 VHF UHF Radio System Equipment VHF UHF Baseband Equipment without Radio GCS
61 VHF UHF Radio System Equipment VHF UHF Fixed Station GCS
62 VHF UHF Radio System Equipment VHF UHF Handheld Portable Stations GCS
63 VHF UHF Radio System Equipment VHF UHF Mobile Stations GCS
64 PTP PMP Microwave Fixed Radio Systems PTP or PMP Full Outdoor Microwave Systems GCS
65 PTP PMP Microwave Fixed Radio Systems PTP or PMP Split MW Indoor Unit GCS
66 PTP PMP Microwave Fixed Radio Systems PTP or PMP Split MW Outdoor Unit GCS
67 DSL Equipments DSL NT Modem SCS
68 DSL Equipments DSLAM COT SCS
69 DSL Equipments OMSAN SCS
70 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite Amplifier GCS
71 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite Baseband Mod or Demod or Controller GCS
72 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite Baseband Modem GCS
73 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite Baseband Modem Controller GCS
74 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite BUC GCS
75 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite IF Transreceiver GCS
76 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite LNA GCS
77 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite LNB GCS
78 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite Optimisation Equipment GCS
79 Satellite Communication Equipment Satellite Radio Frequency Transceiver GCS
80 Satellite Communication Equipment VSAT Terminals GCS
81 Precision Timing Protocol Grand Master Equipment Precision Timing Protocol Grand Master Equipment GCS
82 Mobile Management Entity MME for 2G or 3G or 4G SCS
83 Mobile Management Entity MME for LTE only SCS
84 Cell Broadcast Centre CBC for GSM SCS
85 Cell Broadcast Centre CBC for LTE or LTE - A SCS
86 Cell Broadcast Centre CBC For UMTS SCS
87 BSC RNC BSC for GSM GCS
88 BSC RNC RNC for WCDMA GCS
89 SMLC or eSMLC eSMLC for LTE SCS
90 SMLC or eSMLC SMLC for GSM SCS
91 SMLC or eSMLC SMLC for WCDMA SCS
92 SGSN or GGSN GGSN SCS
93 SGSN or GGSN SGSN For GSM SCS
94 SGSN or GGSN SGSN For LTE SCS
95 SGSN or GGSN SGSN For WCDMA SCS
96 HLR AUC HSS HLR or AUC SCS
97 HLR AUC HSS HSS SCS
98 MSC or MSC -S or GMSC or GMSC -S including VLR MSC -S or GMSC - S SCS
99 MSC or MSC -S or GMSC or GMSC -S including VLR MSC or GMSC including VLR for GSM SCS
100 MSC or MSC -S or GMSC or GMSC -S including VLR MSC or GMSC including VLR for WCDMA SCS
101 OTA and DM or FOTA DM or FOTA SCS
102 OTA and DM or FOTA OTA SCS
103 SCP SCP SCS
104 OMC or EMS or NMS or OSS NMS SCS
105 OMC or EMS or NMS or OSS OMC or EMS SCS
106 S -GW or P -GW P -Gateway GCS
107 S -GW or P -GW S -Gateway GCS
108 SMSC SMSC SCS
109 GMLC GMLC for GSM or WCDMA SCS
110 GMLC GMLC for LTE or LTE - A SCS
111 EIR EIR for GSM or WCDMA SCS
112 EIR EIR for LTE SCS
113 SIM CSIM GCS
114 SIM eSIM GCS
115 SIM eUICC GCS
116 SIM RUIM GCS
117 SIM SIM GCS
118 SIM UICC based ISIM GCS
119 SIM USIM GCS
120 Radio Broadcast Receiver RBR All Motor vehicle RBRs requiring external power SCS
121 Radio Broadcast Receiver RBR Radio Broadcast receivers driven with in -built power source. SCS
122 Radio Broadcast Receiver RBR Other devices having radio broadcast receivers interfaces. SCS
123 Transmission Terminal Equipment - 2 DWDM Equipment GCS
124 Transmission Terminal Equipment - 2 Digital Cross Connect GCS
125 Base Station for Cellular Network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 1C GCS
126 Base Station for Cellular Network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 1O GCS
127 Base Station for Cellular Network for 5G Active Antenna System - OTA GCS
128 Base Station for Cellular Network for 5G BTS with Multi Standard Radio GCS
129 Base Station for Cellular Network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 1H GCS
130 Base Station for Cellular Network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 2O GCS
131 Base Station for Cellular Network for 5G Hybrid Active Antenna System GCS

The timing of mandatory TEC certification for items covered by MTCTE Phase lV varies; for example, certain products must have certification by 1 October 2023, while others must have it by 1 January 2024.

The Mandatory Testing & Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) regime is governed by the Indian Telegraph (Amendment) Rules 2017, which state that applications for Phase-V will be accepted on the MTCTE site starting on July 1, 2023. Moreover, as of July 1, 2024, certification of Phase-V goods (ERs) is required.

S. No. Product Name Product Variant Name Category of Product (GCS/SCS)
1 Base station for cellular network for 5G BTS with Multi Standard Radio GCS
2 Base station for cellular network for 5G Active Antenna System-OTA GCS
3 Base station for cellular network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 1C GCS
4 Base station for cellular network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 1H GCS
5 Base station for cellular network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 1H GCS
6 Base station for cellular network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 1O GCS
7 Base station for cellular network for 5G Base Station 5G NR Type 2O GCS
8 Base station for cellular network for 5G Hybrid Active Antenna System GCS
9 5G Core AMF SCS
10 5G Core AuSF SCS
11 5G Core BSF SCS
12 5G Core CHF SCS
13 5G Core NEF SCS
14 5G Core NSSF SCS
15 5G Core PCF SCS
16 5G Core SMF SCS
17 5G Core SMSF SCS
18 5G Core UDM SCS
19 5G Core UDR SCS
20 5G Core UPF SCS
21 Hypervisor Hypervisor SCS
22 E-band Fixed Radio Relay System E-Band MW Full Outdoor System GCS
23 E-band Fixed Radio Relay System E-Band MW Outdoor System plus Indoor System GCS
24 Converged Multi service Application Access Equipment (C-MSAAE) (C-MSAAE) SCS
25 IP Terminal SIP Terminal SCS
26 Hybrid Set Top Box Hybrid Set Top Box SCS

Basic Requirements for TEC Certification

To qualify for TEC certification under the MTCTE scheme, telecom equipment must:

 Be complete, standalone, and independent.

 Meet the technical standards and specifications set by the TEC.

 Be tested in TEC-designated CABs.

 Have test results that are less than five years old at the time of submission.


Process of TEC Certification

The TEC certification process involves several steps, including application submission, testing, and approval. Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining TEC Certification are as follows:

Step 1: Identify the Certification Type: Determine the type of certification required for your telecom equipment (Type Approval, Interface Approval, Certificate of Approval, or Technology Approval).

Step 2: Prepare Documentation: Gather all necessary documents, including technical specifications, test reports, and conformity assessments.

Step 3: Select a CAB: Choose a TEC-designated Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) for testing your equipment.

Step 4: Submit Application: Complete the application form and submit it to the TEC along with the required documentation and fees.

Step 5: Testing: Send your equipment to the selected CAB for testing. Ensure that the test results are within five years old.

Step 6: Review and Approval: The TEC reviews the application and test results. If the equipment meets all requirements, the TEC issues the certification.

Step 7: Labeling: Once certified, label the equipment with the appropriate certification label.


Documents Required for TEC Certification

 Product name, brand name, and model number.

 PCB design and circuit diagram of the equipment.

 Bill of Material (BOM).

 Address proof of the manufacturing unit.

 Replica of the trademark

 Authorization letter from the trademark owner if the manufacturing unit is not the owner.

 Sample of the products, including user manual and accessories for uninterrupted use.

 Details of the safety-critical components of the equipment.

 Specifications of the series model

Information details of the Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) for foreign manufacturers.


TEC Certification Fees

The cost of TEC certification varies depending on the type of equipment and the specific certification required. Fees typically cover application processing, testing, and administrative expenses. OEMs and AIRs should consult the TEC for detailed fee structures and payment procedures.

No Type of Fees/Charges Amount
1 Government Fees INR 20,000/-
2 Testing Fees As Applicable

Compliance and Certification Maintenance

Validity of TEC Certification: certification is valid for any quantity of the certified model and does not need to be renewed as long as the model remains unchanged. Different models of equipment require separate certifications, while associated models of a certified main model can be certified without additional testing.

Certification for Family of Equipment: Equipment certified under a family definition allows any hardware/software configuration within that family to be treated as certified. This flexibility facilitates easier certification for models with minor variations.

Periodic Testing and Re-certification: TEC certification does not require periodic renewal, it is crucial to ensure that equipment remains compliant with any updates to technical standards. OEMs and AIRs may need to re-certify equipment if there are significant changes to the model or regulatory requirements.


Key Considerations for TEC Certification:

Independent Equipment vs. Systems: Only complete, standalone, and independent equipment are tested and certified under the MTCTE scheme. Systems formed by combining independent equipment are not certified as a whole; each independent equipment must be certified separately.

Use of External Test Results: Appropriate Authority may permit the use of test results from sources other than TEC-designated CABs for a limited time as a procedural relaxation. However, these test results must still meet the TEC's standards and requirements.

Certification Labeling: equipment must be labeled with the appropriate certification label, indicating compliance with TEC standards. This labeling is essential for market access and regulatory compliance.


Conclusion:

Obtaining TEC certification is crucial for OEMs and AIRs to ensure that their telecom equipment meets Indian regulatory standards. The certification process involves thorough testing and documentation, ensuring the safety, reliability, and interoperability of telecom products. By following the guidelines and maintaining compliance, manufacturers can successfully navigate the TEC registration process and access the Indian telecom market.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is TEC Certification?
TEC Certification is a mandatory process for telecom equipment to ensure compliance with Indian regulatory standards. It is required for OEMs and AIRs to legally sell or import telecom equipment in India.
Who needs to obtain TEC Certification?
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Authorized Indian Representatives (AIRs) intending to sell or import telecom equipment in India must obtain TEC Certification.
What types of telecom equipment require TEC Certification?
TEC Certification is required for a wide range of telecom equipment, including mobile phones, base stations, routers, switches, and transmission equipment.
How long is TEC Certification valid?
TEC Certification is valid for the certified model as long as it remains unchanged. Different models require separate certifications, while associated models of a certified main model can be certified without additional testing.
What is the MTCTE scheme?
The Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) scheme ensures that telecom equipment used in India complies with essential safety and performance requirements. Equipment must be tested in TEC-designated Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs).
What is the process for obtaining FMCS certification?
The Appropriate Authority may allow the use of test results from external sources for a limited time as a procedural relaxation. However, these results must still meet the TEC's standards and requirements.