TEC Certification

  • Overview
  • Benefits
  • Types
  • Document Required
  • Fees And Timeliness
  • Process To Apply

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TEC (Telecommunication Engineering Centre) Certification is a vital quality and safety certification process for telecommunications equipment in India. Telecommunication Engineering Centre is an autonomous body under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and it is responsible for developing standards and specifications for telecommunications equipment and services. TEC Certification ensures that telecom products meet the necessary technical and safety requirements, enhancing the quality and reliability of telecom services in the country.

Overview of TEC Certification

The TEC certificate is granted by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre following the mandatory testing and certification of telecom equipment as per the MTCTE (Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment) scheme. The certification process involves testing and evaluation of telecom equipment to ensure that it complies with the technical standards and regulations set by TEC. This includes assessments of electromagnetic compatibility, safety and performance parameters. Products that receive TEC Certification are deemed fit for use in the Indian telecommunications network.

TEC Certification is particularly significant for manufacturers, importers and service providers in the telecommunications industry. It assures compliance with Indian regulations and provides a competitive edge by demonstrating product quality and safety to potential customers and partners. It contributes to the overall reliability and efficiency of the telecommunications infrastructure, benefiting both businesses and consumers by ensuring the uninterrupted and secure operation of telecommunication services in India.

TEC has released guidelines outlining quality measures for telecom equipment. These specifications are categorized into three types: Generic Requirements (GRs), Interface Requirements (IRs) and Service Requirements (SRs). TEC provides various voluntary certification schemes aligned with its product and interface technical standards. These programs involve the certification of products and equipment by assessing their compliance with the specific parameters and conditions outlined in the corresponding TEC technical standards.

The following products are covered under the Compulsory Registration Scheme:

S No. Product Name Group Scheme
1 2 Wire Telephone Equipment A SCS
2 5G Core C GCS
3 All Interfaces D GCS
4 BSC RNC C GCS
5 Cell Broadcast Centre C GCS
6 Compact Cellular Network C GCS
7 Conferencing and Presentation Equipment B GCS
8 Conferencing Equipment A SCS
9 Converged Multiservice Application Access Equipment B GCS
10 Cord Less Telephone A SCS
11 DSL Equipments B GCS
12 EIR C GCS
13 Endpoint Device for Environmental Monitoring with Cellular Connectivity B GCS
14 Equipment Operating in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Frequency Bands B SCS
15 Feedback Devices (IoT) with Cellular Connectivity B GCS
16 GMLC C GCS
17 Group 3 Fax Machine A SCS
18 HF Radio Base Station and User Terminals C GCS
19 HLR AUC HSS C GCS
20 Hybrid Set Top Box B GCS
21 Hypervisor B GCS
22 Infiniband Switch C GCS
23 IoT Gateway with Cellular Connectivity B GCS
24 IP Multimedia Conferencing Equipment B GCS
25 IP Security Equipment C GCS
26 IP Terminal B GCS
27 ISDN Customer Premises Equipment A SCS
28 LAN Switch C SCS
29 Media Converter equipment (for conversion amongst E1, WiFi, xDSL, Ethernet and Digital Interfaces ov B GCS
30 Media Gateway C GCS
31 Mobile BTS (Base Station for Cellular Network) C GCS
32 Mobile Management Entity C GCS
33 Mobile Radio Trunking System Base Station and User Terminals C GCS
34 Mobile User Equipment C GCS
35 Mobility Management Entity C GCS
36 Modem A SCS
37 MSC or MSC-S or GMSC or GMSC-S including VLR C GCS
38 OMC or EMS or NMS or OSS C GCS
39 Optical Fibre - Single Mode C GCS
40 Optical Fibre Cable C GCS
41 OTA and DM or FOTA C GCS
42 Point of Sale (POS) Devices with or without Biometric Scanner A GCS
43 PON Family of Broadband Equipments (ONT, ONU, OLT) B SCS
44 Precision Timing Protocol Grand Master Equipment C GCS
45 Private Automatic Branch Exchange (PABX) B SCS
46 PTP PMP Microwave Fixed Radio Systems C GCS
47 Radio Broadcast Receiver RBR B GCS
48 Repeater for Cellular Network C GCS
49 Router C SCS
50 Satellite Communication Systems C GCS
51 Server B GCS
52 Service Control Point (SCP) C GCS
53 Session Border Controller C GCS
54 SGSN or GGSN C GCS
55 S-GW or P-GW C GCS
56 Signalling Gateway C GCS
57 SIM C GCS
58 Smart Camera with Cellular Connectivity B GCS
59 Smart Electricity Meter with Cellular Connectivity B GCS
60 Smart Watch with Cellular Connectivity B GCS
61 SMLC or eSMLC C GCS
62 SMSC C GCS
63 Soft Switch C GCS
64 Tracking Devices B GCS
65 Transmission Terminal Equipment-2 C SCS
66 Transmission Terminal Equipments (SDH Equipment, Multiplexing Equipment) C GCS
67 VHF and UHF Radio Base Station and User Terminals C GCS

 

 

Benefits of TEC Certification

TEC Certification is important for manufacturers operating in the Indian market in several ways:

  • TEC Certification grants manufacturers access to the Indian telecommunications market, helping them expand their customer base.
  • It ensures that manufacturers' products meet India's technical standards and legal requirements, reducing the risk of non-compliance issues.
  • TEC Certification verifies the quality and safety of telecommunications equipment, enhancing the reputation of manufacturers.
  • Products with TEC Certification are more likely to be trusted by consumers for their reliability and performance.
  • This certification may facilitate international market entry, as compliance with recognized standards can ease access to other markets.

Types of TEC Certification

The various schemes available within the Voluntary Certification Regime include:

Type Approval

Type Approval involves evaluating and certifying telecom products to determine their compliance with the Standard for Products/Equipment, known as Generic Requirements (GRs), as specified by TEC. The testing process is generally conducted either on-site at the OEMs' facilities or within a controlled laboratory setting. These certifications may also accept test reports related to EMC, safety, environmental testing and more from ILAC signatory-accredited labs.

Interface Approval

Interface Approval involves the evaluation and certification of telecommunications products to ensure their compliance with the Standards for Interfaces, known as Interface Requirements (IRs), set forth by TEC. This process follows the Test Schedule and Test Procedure (TSTP) of TEC. It involves testing conducted on-site at the OEMs' facilities or in a laboratory setting. In some cases, certification may require the submission of test reports, such as those related to EMC, safety, and environmental testing, from accredited laboratories under the ILAC framework. Interface Approval can be mandatory in certain situations due to licensing conditions, government regulations or service provider requirements.

Certificate of Approval

The Certificate of Approval (CoA) is a process involving the testing and certification of a telecommunications product in alignment with the manufacturer's specifications. This certificate is only issued when TEC does not have a Generic or Interface Requirement for the product in question. The testing is conducted following the Test Schedule and Test Procedure (TSTP) approved by TEC, which is developed based on the manufacturer's product description and technical information. It is carried out either on-site at the OEMs' facilities or within a laboratory environment. These certifications may also accept test reports related to EMC, safety and environmental testing from ILAC signatory-accredited labs.

Technology Approval

Technology Approval is the procedure for testing and certifying prototypes of telecommunications products created by C-DoT or other research and development organizations. This approval is granted based on the product's relevant standard, known as Generic Requirements (GRs), issued by TEC. The testing for such cases is usually conducted either on-site at the OEMs' facilities or within a laboratory setting. These certifications may also consider test reports related to aspects like EMC, safety and environmental testing from ILAC signatory-accredited labs.

Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE)

According to the Indian Telegraph (Amendment) Rules, 2017, it is required that all telecom equipment undergo compulsory testing and certification before being sold, imported or used in India. The specific and comprehensive process for Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) under these regulations has been separately published. This testing is intended to ensure that the equipment complies with the essential requirements and is conducted by Indian Accredited Laboratories designated by TEC. The certification is issued by TEC based on the test reports submitted by these laboratories.

Documents Required for TEC Certification

Legal address proof of the Manufacturing Unit

  • Copy of Factory License mentioning the relevant product as the scope of manufacturing and indicating the address of manufacturing unit - in English as well in original language

Trademark Details

  • Copy of Trademark (Brand) Registration
  • Authority Letter from Trademark owner, if manufacturing unit is not the owner of Trademark

Technical Details about the Product

  • Sample(s) along with user manual and accessories to run the product
  • Product name, Brand name and Model number
  • Safety critical components list
  • BoM (Bill of Material)
  • PCB layout and circuit diagram of the product
  • Mains power / SMPS Layout and circuit diagram
  • Details of series models
  • Copy of marking label
  • OEM support to configure the product for functional testing, if required


Details of AIR (Authorized Indian Representative), in case of foreign manufacturer

  • KYC of AIR Company
  • Details of signatory person


Additional Technical Details in case of Cell / Battery

  • UN 38.3 test report (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) for lithium-ion cells and batteries
  • ISO 9001 certificate
SNO. Particular Description List of Required Information
1 CDF for TEC Certification download
2 FAQs - PON (ER) download
3 MTCTE - New Labelling Guidelines download
4 MTCTE - Procedure Details - Version 2.0 download
5 MTCTE - Procedure Details - Version 2.1 download
6 TEC - ER Annexure / Parameter (for Testing) download
7 TEC - Modified Version Chart 2.1 download
8 TEC - Terms and Conditions download
9 TEC Basic Information download

Fees and Timeline

Government Fee:

Group of Equipment Administrative Fee / Certification Modification Fee / Renewal Fee  Test Report Evaluation Fess Total
Group A ₹10,000 (USD 175 approx.) ₹50,000 (USD 850 approx.) ₹60,000 (USD 1025 approx.)
Group B ₹20,000 (USD 350 approx.) ₹1,00,000 (USD 1700 approx.) ₹1,20,000 (USD 2050 approx.)
Group C ₹30,000 (USD 550 approx.) ₹2,00,000 (USD 3400 approx.) ₹2,30,000 (USD 3900 approx.)

 

Service Charge and Duration:

Scheme / Group Duration (Indicative Working Days) Including Testing & Application to TEC Charges Including Testing, Handling, Consultancy & Liaison
SCS / Group A 30-35 Days For a customized and attractive quotation, please contact us with your product details at +91- 99717 70603
GCS / Group A 30-45 Days
GCS / Group B 45-55 Days
GCS / Group C 55-65 Days

For a customized and attractive quotation, please contact us with your product details to Rekha Atri (+91 98118 03136) or Manju Laur (+91 9711994042)

Process to Apply for TEC Certification

Step-1: Registration on TEC Portal
Step-2: Allotment of Testing Lab
Step-3: Submission of Samples for Testing
Step-4: Receiving of Test Reports
Step-5: Submission of Documents & Payment to TEC

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