The Wireless Planning & Coordination (WPC) Wing of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), India, has issued a notification dated 6 March 2026 outlining the compliance requirements for enabling operation in the 5925–6425 MHz frequency band under the revised regulatory framework.
This update is particularly relevant for manufacturers whose wireless devices were previously certified for 2.4 GHz and/or 5 GHz technologies with the 6 GHz functionality disabled during the WPC Equipment Type Approval (ETA) process.
Scope of Devices Affected
The notification primarily applies to wireless devices that have already received WPC ETA approval but were certified without enabling 6 GHz functionality.
In many cases, these devices technically support operation in the 6 GHz spectrum, but the functionality was disabled during the certification process in order to comply with earlier regulatory requirements.
Under the revised regulatory framework, such devices may now be re-certified to enable operation in the lower 6 GHz band (5925–6425 MHz).
Updated Compliance and Certification Requirements
Manufacturers intending to enable the 5925–6425 MHz band in previously certified devices must follow specific compliance procedures outlined in the notification.
Key requirements include:
The WPC authority must be notified to cancel previously certified model approvals within 30 days of the notification date.
Devices that were previously certified cannot operate in the 6 GHz band until a new ETA certificate is issued.
Manufacturers must complete the prescribed re-certification process to obtain an updated ETA approval reflecting the inclusion of the 5925–6425 MHz frequency band.
These measures ensure that earlier approvals, which did not include the 6 GHz band, are formally withdrawn before updated certifications are granted. For more information, access the official WPC notification below:
What Manufacturers Should Consider
Manufacturers and importers with previously approved wireless devices should take the following steps:
Review existing WPC ETA approvals to determine whether the device was certified with 6 GHz functionality disabled
Assess whether re-certification is required to enable operation in the 5925–6425 MHz band
Notify the WPC authority regarding cancellation of previously certified model approvals within the required 30-day period
Complete the necessary process to obtain an updated ETA certificate reflecting the new operating band
Taking these steps will help ensure compliance with the revised regulatory framework introduced by WPC.
Regulatory updates involving wireless spectrum and certification requirements can create additional compliance obligations for manufacturers. At C-PRAV, we continuously monitor developments across the Indian regulatory landscape to keep manufacturers informed about the latest compliance requirements. C-PRAV supports manufacturers with WPC ETA certification, regulatory consulting, and compliance management to ensure devices meet the latest Indian regulatory requirements efficiently.