Type Approval Requirements
WPC type approval requires specific RF testing by DoT-recognized test labs, frequency band declarations, and technical parameter compliance — a specialized technical process.
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory licensing and type approval compliance for wireless products and devices under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) WPC wing.
Book a ConsultationOverview
Wireless products and devices — including Wi-Fi routers, Bluetooth devices, IoT products, and other radio frequency equipment — cannot be sold or imported in India without WPC type approval and, where applicable, import/manufacturing licenses from the Department of Telecommunications. Core Compliance provides WPC compliance services covering type approval applications, spectrum allocation liaison, and import/manufacturing permissions for wireless devices.
Challenges
Organizations in this space commonly face these compliance hurdles — we are built to solve them.
WPC type approval requires specific RF testing by DoT-recognized test labs, frequency band declarations, and technical parameter compliance — a specialized technical process.
Different wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, RFID, LoRa) have different WPC regulatory pathways, license exemptions, and approval processes.
WPC approvals are critical path items for product launches — delays in obtaining type approval can result in significant business impact for technology product launches.
Approach
A structured, four-step process designed to deliver compliance outcomes with clarity and accountability.
Identifying the applicable WPC regulatory pathway for your device — type approval, self-certification, or exemption — based on technology and frequency band.
Coordinating RF testing through DoT-recognized NABL-accredited test laboratories with the appropriate scope for your device category.
Preparing and submitting WPC type approval applications on the WPC portal with complete technical specifications and test reports.
Following up with WPC for timely approval, managing equipment type approval certificates, and coordinating any required import licenses.
Benefits
This service is designed for:
Our compliance team will assess your specific obligations and deliver a clear action plan tailored to your business.