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MTCTE Certification for Telecom Equipment: Complete Guide

Telecom equipment certification before sale in India.
23 September 2026 by
MTCTE Certification for Telecom Equipment: Complete Guide
Gaurav Kumar
MCA & Secretarial ComplianceComplete Guide3 min read
The short answer

Under MTCTE, telecom and smart equipment notified by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) must be tested at designated conformity assessment bodies and certified by TEC before sale, import or use in India. Products are covered in phases and include routers, modems, smartphones, IoT gateways and networking equipment.

AuthorityTelecommunication Engineering Centre
TestingDesignated CABs
CoverageNotified telecom equipment
PortalMTCTE portal

Products covered

  • Smartphones and feature phones
  • Routers, modems and switches
  • IoT gateways and trackers

Process

  1. Identify essential requirements.
  2. Test at designated lab.
  3. Apply on the MTCTE portal.
  4. Certificate grant.

Schemes

Simplified or general certification depending on product risk.

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Compliance

Label products with certification details and maintain records.

Frequently asked questions

Is MTCTE in addition to BIS?

Yes, products may need both depending on notifications.

Can foreign manufacturers apply?

Yes, through an authorised Indian representative.

Is testing in India mandatory?

Testing at designated labs, including recognised foreign labs, as per TEC rules.

How long does MTCTE take?

Weeks to months depending on testing.

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