January 30, 2026
In a move to ease compliance hurdles for global manufacturers and importers, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has officially extended the deadline for accepting test reports from ILAC-accredited laboratories under the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunication Equipment (MTCTE) framework. According to the latest notification (dated December 29, 2025), technical test reports from ILAC-accredited labs […]
January 30, 2026
In a significant move to support the telecommunications industry, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has announced an extension of the relaxation for Essential Requirements (ER) compliance. This update specifically applies to the PON (Passive Optical Network) Family of Broadband Equipment regulated under the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunication Equipment (MTCTE) framework. According to the […]
January 6, 2026
India’s solar industry is moving toward stricter quality controls and easier certification processes. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently released new rules for the series approval of Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) modules. This is a big step toward improving the domestic solar ecosystem. The goal of these new rules is to make the Bureau of Indian Standards […]
December 26, 2025
The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC) has extended the deadline for battery producers to submit their annual returns for FY 2024-25. This decision offers much-needed relief to manufacturers, recyclers, and collectors managing battery waste under the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. What’s New? Earlier, the annual return filing was due by 30 June […]
December 24, 2025
The Ministry of Communications, Government of India, through the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS), has announced an extension of the exemption period for cloud-implemented IP routers and Wi-Fi Customer Premises Equipment (CPEs) from mandatory security certification. This extension is valid until March 31, 2026, providing manufacturers and service providers additional time to comply with […]
December 14, 2025
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has recently updated its guidelines regarding the acceptance of test reports for smart electricity meters under IS 16444. These changes are designed to simplify compliance for manufacturers while maintaining high standards for testing and certification. Staying updated on these guidelines is crucial for companies supplying smart meters across India. Key Updates from TEC The […]
December 12, 2025
The Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) scheme, overseen by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), ensures that telecom devices meet India’s quality, safety, and security standards. Recently, the Telecom Engineering Centre (TEC) has issued updated guidelines for equipment that requires specialized testing, reflecting the growing complexity of modern telecom networks. What Is MTCTE Certification? MTCTE is […]
December 10, 2025
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has officially announced Phase VI of the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunication Equipment (MTCTE). This new notification expands the list of telecom and network products that must be tested and certified before being imported, sold, or used in India. The initiative aims to ensure […]
December 8, 2025
New Delhi, India — The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has announced a major update to the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunication Equipment (MTCTE) framework. The latest guidelines introduce a Provisional Certification Scheme for telecom products that have specialized test requirements, marking a significant step towards facilitating innovation and ease of doing […]
December 4, 2025
The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has released a Draft Standard for Drive Tool Tester for Cellular Networks — Standard No. TEC 23040:2025. This draft aims to establish uniform testing and performance requirements for drive test tools used in evaluating cellular network quality across India. Drive tool testers play a vital role in […]