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TEC Certification

TEC Certification

For Telecom Products

Introduction

The Telecommunication Engineering Center (TEC), which is part of the Indian Department of Telecommunications, gives out the TEC Certification. It is needed for network and telecom devices and appliances, such as routers, modems, and Internet of Things devices etc. The MTCTE (Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment) program says that the items must be tested. It ensures that electromagnetic fields are safe, and fits right in with Indian cellular networks.

Understanding TEC Registration

The Department of Telecommunications of the Ministry of Communications has made it mandatory for telecommunications equipment in India to be tested and certified in accordance with the Indian Telegraph Rules, 2017. The Telecommunications Engineering Center (TEC) must test and certify telecom equipment before it can be sold in India. This is required for manufacturers, importers, and service providers. TEC-certified telecom services and equipment are safe, reliable, and of high quality.

As part of the TEC registration procedure, the telecom equipment and service are checked to make sure they fulfill the MTCTE scheme’s standards. The testing process checks the performance and electromagnetic compatibility of the telecom equipment and services. In India, items cannot be sold unless they have been tested and approved according to TEC rules.

  • The MTCTE scheme mandates manufacturers, importers, and service providers to get the TEC certification for their telecom equipment to maintain the safety and quality standards in the market and protect the interests of the consumers.
  • The mandatory TEC certificate for export to India and domestic trading ensures that the telecom equipment to be sold in the market is not of substandard quality and does not degrade or interfere with the existing networks.
  • The telecom equipment with the TEC registration certificate promotes the development and innovation of new technologies for telecom infrastructure.
  • In addition, the TEC approval ensures that the telecom equipment operates in a safe radio frequency that conforms to the established standards. 

Mandatory Testing & Certification of Telecommunication Equipment (MTCTE)

The MTCTE scheme was established by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India. The objective of this scheme is to maintain the safety and quality standards of the telecom equipment and ensure that they operate at a radio frequency that does not interfere with the existing frequencies. Manufacturing and selling of telecom equipment that conforms to the regulations of this scheme ensures the safety of the end-users and promotes innovative technologies of the telecom infrastructure. The MTCTE scheme ensures that the telecom equipment meets the Essential Requirements (ERs) as prescribed by TEC. To maintain the standards of the telecom equipment, the telecom equipment goes through rigorous testing and evaluation by the TEC authorities. 

Types of Voluntary Certification Schemes Under TEC

According to the specifications of the product and technical requirements, TEC has several voluntary certification schemes. These products are certified under this scheme based on the testing requirements as established by the TEC. The testing of the telecom products under this scheme is carried out in a lab or at the premises of an OEM. Given below are the different categories of Voluntary Certification Schemes covered in TEC :

  • Type Approval 
    Type Approval is a type of voluntary scheme under which the testing and certification of telecom products are done per the Test Schedule & Test Procedure(TSTP) under TEC in conformity with the Generic Requirements (GRs). The testing under this scheme is done in a laboratory or at the premises of an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
  • Interface Approval
    It is a type of Voluntary certification scheme in which the testing and certification of the telecom equipment is carried out as per the Test Schedule & Test Procedure (TSTP) under TEC in conformity with the Interface requirements (IRs). The testing is done at the OEM’s premises or in a certified lab environment. In some cases, the Interface Approval is considered a compulsory certification by the service providers or Government organisations.
  • Certificate of Approval 
    The process of testing and certification as per the manufacturer’s requirements and specifications comes under this voluntary certification scheme. Under this scheme, the testing is done in the absence of a Generic or Interface Requirement of the telecom product. Following the Test Schedule & Test Procedure (TSTP) under TEC, the testing is done in an OEM’s location or a lab.
  • Technology Approval 
    It is a process of testing and certification of a prototype of a telecom product, which is created by the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) or other R&D entities. Technology Approval is granted by the TEC in accordance with the standard of the product, which was previously issued as the Generic Requirements (GRs). The testing under this approval is conducted either at the facility of an OEM or in an accredited lab. 

Importance of TEC Certification

Here’s a detailed explanation about the importance of the TEC certification:

  • The TEC Certification ensures safety, quality, and performance standards of the telecom equipment by implementing a specific set of requirements in its manufacturing and operation.
  • The TEC registration certificate helps manufacturers to comply with the TEC regulations and get easy market entry.
  • Manufacturers, importers, and service providers who have obtained the TEC approval gain a competitive edge over their competitors.
  • Conforming to the regulations and standards of the TEC promotes a healthy and transparent competition among businesses.
  • The implementation of the TEC regulations for telecom equipment introduces and develops innovative technologies in the telecom industry to produce telecom equipment that aligns with the requirements of the MTCTE scheme.
  • With the growing technological awareness among consumers, the TEC-certified telecom equipment is sold faster, increasing the profitability for manufacturers and gaining consumers’ confidence.
  • Securing a TEC license for export to India is integral for foreign manufacturers to operate without any hassles and market obstacles in the Indian market.

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