How to obtain ETA Certificate for Wireless POS Terminal?

Updated on July 06, 2024 06:45:36 PM

Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing issues an ETA Certificate, Equipment Type Approval which works as an approval license to deal with Wireless devices PAN India with regulatory terms and conditions.

Wireless POS Terminal does require ETA Certificates to be in operation as it requires Radio Frequency to work that should be in limited range so that it would not be harmful to the users. WPC makes sure that the product which receives an ETA Certificate does follow the national standards of frequency range.

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What is a Wireless POS Terminal?

Wireless POS Terminal is a Bluetooth Device that allows processing of Credit Cards without the need of wired connection. Thus, it depends on WiFi. ETA Certificate is required in dealing with Wireless POS Terminal in India to obtain legal authority and licensing for it.

The Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing of the Department of Telecommunications issues the ETA Certificate ensuring that the product is meeting the requirements of the consumers and also follows the standards of the country for frequency range.

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What is an ETA Certificate?

WPC, Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing issues an Equipment Type Approval Certificate (ETA) to any Individual who manufactures,sells or Imports Wireless or bluetooth devices including Wireless POS Terminal,Smart watches,Headphones etc. It is a non-optional choice.

ETA Certificate acts as an approval which provides legal rights to the manufacturer,seller or importer to generate the business of wireless devices and assures safety to the consumers that the frequency range doesn’t exceed the national frequency standards which will not be harmful to the consumers.

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Procedure for obtaining an ETA Certificate for Wireless Terminal

You will need to follow these 5 steps to understand the procedure:

Step-1: Obtaining the reports of Radio Frequency Test

The foremost important step is to conduct a Radio Frequency Test for the product you need an ETA Certificate for. It is the initial step even before starting the actual procedure, It is required to check the frequency range of the specific product which will decide the authorization of the ETA Certificate.

Step-2: Online Application Submission

You need to file an online application at Saral Sanchar Portal. In which you will be asked to login first with your credentials and then to fill up the remaining space with your details. During filing the application, add mandatory personal, business, and equipment details.

Step-3: Submitting the Documents

Submit all the necessary documents asked for submission including the Radio Frequency Test. The documents will decide if your product is capable of acquiring an ETA Certificate or not. Make sure to submit each and every document for smooth procedure.

Step-4: Paying the Fee

For every process, there is a fee to be deposited as a security amount for further proceedings. Same as acquiring an ETA Certificate includes paying up a particular amount to remove any hindrances and for a peaceful process.

Step-5: Issuance of the Certificate

The submitted documents will be examined by an Officer of WPC. If he/she gets satisfied with the documents then the ETA Certificate will be authorized. It will nearly take 30-35 working days to receive the Certificate.

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Documents required for WPC Certification

The following documents are required for WPC ETA Registration:

  1. Company Incorporation certificate
  2. GST registration certificate
  3. Import Export Code(IEC Certificate)
  4. Purchase Order(PO) of the imported equipment
  5. Receipt of online fee
  6. Address Proof of the Applicant entity
  7. RF Test reports from ISO accredited foreign laboratory or an NABL-accredited Laboratory.
  8. Letter of Authorization
  9. Product technical details
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Benefits of acquiring an ETA Certificate for POS Terminal

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  • Helps business to meet legal requirements: ETA Certificate provides legal requirements to the business as the Certificate acts as a formal approval to run the business of wireless and bluetooth devices Independently with no obstacle.
  • Access to Indian Market: In India, it is mandatory to obtain an ETA Certificate for smooth functioning of the businesses which deals with Wireless devices including Wireless POS Terminal,bluetooth speakers,smart watches etc. It is a growing market in India, so there is a good scope to Invest in this domain but it will only be successful if the whole procedure works under legal terms and Conditions.
  • Increase in Sales: As the ETA Certificate provides Legal requirements and identity, It increases the level of trust,confidence and credibility among the consumers this leads to increase in sales which automatically turns into profit.
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Conclusion

The Individuals who deals with Wireless devices such as Wireless POS Terminal,bluetooth speakers,smart watches etc in manufacturing,selling and importing especially in India must obtain an ETA Certificate to run their business under legal terms and conditions.

For the complete guidance, you can Contact Professional Utilities with the charges of ₹17500/-.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does a Wireless POS Terminal requires an ETA Certificate?

ETA Certificate is required in dealing with Wireless Terminal in India to obtain legal authority and licensing for it.

What is a Radio Frequency Test?

A Radio Frequency Test is a test of a product to check its frequency range that is to be submitted at the time of the procedure.

What is WPC?

WPC stands for Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing, Department of Telecommunications which issues the ETA Certificate.

What is the fee for an ETA Certificate?

The fee for obtaining an ETA Certificate is ₹17500/- at professional utilities. But the cost may vary from product to product.

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