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Consumer goods like TVs, refrigerators, and other items with non-telecom functions but telecom interfaces like Bluetooth and WiFi are not currently covered by MTCTE. To know more visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

  1. Indian Original Equipment Manufacturers: Indian companies or firms manufacturing Telecommunication products in India.
    The documents required for registration are:
    a. Registration certificate: The acceptable document is either the Certificate of Incorporation issued by the Registrar of Companies in case of a company or Partnership Deed in case of a firm or Establishment License wherein the address, business description, and activity is specified in case of a single owner proprietorship.
    b. Authorization Letter: A letter of authorization given by the OEM company/firm to authorize a person to carry out MTCTE-related work on its behalf.

  2. Indian Authorized Indian Representative: Companies or firms in India importing telecommunication equipment of a foreign OEM. The documents required for registration are:
  3. Registration certificate: Same as OEM
  4. Authorization Letter: A letter of authorization given by the AIR company/firm to authorize a person to carry out MTCTE-related work on its behalf.
  5. Affidavit in prescribed format or MOU between AIR & foreign OEM shall contain the prescribed clauses.
  6. AIR Authorization Letter: The authorization letter issued by Foreign OEM to AIR clearly authorizing the AIR to carry MTCTE-related work in India on its behalf with validity, if any shall explicitly be mentioned.

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The name of the executive authorized by the company (mentioned in the Authorization letter) shall be entered against the applicant’s Name field on the Edit profile page of the MTCTE portal while applying for TEC compliance. While his/her designation in the company shall be mentioned in the Designation field. For more details visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

The company name when creating a fresh TEC compliance application will come blank if the profile that the AIR/OEM has updated has not been approved by the MTCTE admin validator yet. Please Wait till the approval. The AIR is suggested to wait for approval after submitting the AIR self-company details. Then only, they should submit the foreign OEM details. If the company name is coming blank, please check for the edit profile, either the profile would have been rejected or it may have not been approved yet. For more details visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

EPR compliance means that producers must follow government rules for managing their products’ waste and environmental impact. They should design products for recycling, set up recycling programs, meet recycling targets, pay for recycling/disposal, and report their efforts.

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EPR compliance for e-waste (electronic waste) refers to the adherence of electronic product manufacturers and importers to regulations and guidelines set by the government or relevant authorities regarding the responsible management of electronic waste. E-waste includes discarded electronic devices such as smartphones, computers, TVs, and other electronic equipment.

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EPR certification is a formal acknowledgment that a producer follows EPR regulations. It involves a third-party assessment of waste management, recycling, and sustainability practices. The criteria vary by region, aiming to promote transparency and environmental responsibility among producers. It helps consumers identify eco-friendly companies. For more details visit https://eikomp.com/epr

  • Understand EPR Regulations: Learn about the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) rules specific to your region or country.
  • Review Compliance: Assess your company’s waste management, recycling, and sustainability practices to ensure they align with EPR requirements.
  • Find a Certification Body: Look for a reputable third-party certification organization that offers EPR certification services.
  • Provide Information: Submit documentation and details about your waste management initiatives, recycling efforts, and product design for review.
  • Optional On-Site Audit: Some certification bodies may conduct an on-site assessment of your facilities.
  • Compliance Evaluation: The certification body will assess your practices against EPR regulations to verify compliance.
  • Receive Certification: If your company meets the EPR standards, you’ll be granted the EPR certification, indicating your commitment to responsible waste management.

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The Standard Document of TEC refers to a set of standard/common requirements or specifications inter-alia, in respect of protocols, numbering, routing, switching, safety, security, EMI/EMC, environmental related requirements etc. issued by TEC for the equipment or product or network. To know more visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

Most important advantages/needs of using TEC Standards, with regard to telecom equipment/network/services, are to Ensure quality and reliability. Comply with regulatory requirements & Improve market acceptance. To know more visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) is an Indian Authority responsible for the Certification of Telecommunication Equipments. TEC Certification is mandatory to manufacture, import or sell Telecom equipment in India. For more information visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

A TEC Certificate Number is an unique ID obtained after the certification which can be used on the equipment to assure the consumers that the product follows the necessary specifications. To know more visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

It may be the case that your OEM/AIR account would have been rejected on account of improper documents submitted during approval. Please create a new login with the same credentials. To know more visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

The affidavit should be duly notarized. The clauses that should be present in MoU and affidavit specimen copy are attached with MTCTE Applicant user instructions under downloads at https://www.mtcte.gov.in. You can also get the details at https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

In India, legally we can have 3 kinds of business establishments and the registration documents required for the case are: 1. Proprietorship (Single owner): Establishment License wherein the address, business description, and activity are specified 2. Partnership (Multiple owners): A partnership deed duly notarized can be provided 3. Limited Company (private or public – Incorporated by the ROC as an independent entity): Certificate of Incorporation issued by ROC can be provided. To get more details visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

No, it is not acceptable that the manufacturer provides a declaration letter, then the test lab can copy A reports (Safety/EMC/EMI) to B reports for the B MTCTE certificate. For further details you can visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

The “Country of Origin” is as per the criteria defined under Custom Rules. ‘Country of Manufacturing’ refers to the place where the Telecom product under certification against the product model number given above is manufactured/assembled as a complete unit only. Visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec for more details

 If the technical specifications (PCB, Circuit Diagram, Electrical rating) are the same, then the models with the highest configurations will be considered as main model and the rest can be registered under the same certification for up to 9 associate models. For more details you can visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

The approval is given to the Telecom equipment that will be interfaced with the Public Switched Network in India as per the TEC standards and specifications. For more details visit https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

 The procedure of TEC starts with the portal registration of the Foreign/Indian OEM. After the OEM is registered on the MTCTE portal the applicant needs to upload the BOM of the product. After the approval reports are uploaded and after the reports are evaluated by TEC officials, the certificate is issued for the application. To know more please visit us at https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec

  1. EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) registration offers several benefits:

 

  • Environmental Conservation: Producers take responsibility for their products’ entire lifecycle, reducing pollution and waste.
  • Resource Conservation: EPR promotes recycling and reusing materials, saving valuable resources.
  • Cost Savings: Governments save money on waste management when producers handle end-of-life products.
  • Sustainable Product Design: EPR encourages eco-friendly product design and longer product lifespans.
  • Circular Economy: It supports a circular model, where products are recycled or reused, reducing waste.
  • Reputation and Compliance: Producers gain a positive image for eco-friendly practices and comply with environmental regulations.
  • Job Creation: EPR leads to the growth of recycling industries, creating job opportunities.
  • Health and Safety: Proper waste management minimizes risks to health and the environment.
  • Global Commitments: EPR aligns with international sustainability goals.

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  1. EPR registration is important because of it

 

  • Protects the environment.
  • Improves waste management.
  • Conserves resources.
  • Promotes a circular economy.
  • Encourages sustainable consumption.
  • Stimulates the economy
  • Ensures compliance with regulations.
  • Enhances public health and safety.
  • Supports global sustainability goals.

To know more, visit us at https://eikomp.com/epr

  • Understand EPR Regulations: Learn about the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) rules specific to your region or country.
  • Review Compliance: Assess your company’s waste management, recycling, and sustainability practices to ensure they align with EPR requirements.
  • Find a Certification Body: Look for a reputable third-party certification organization that offers EPR certification services.
  • Provide Information: Submit documentation and details about your waste management initiatives, recycling efforts, and product design for review.
  • Optional On-Site Audit: Some certification bodies may conduct an on-site assessment of your facilities.
  • Compliance Evaluation: The certification body will assess your practices against EPR regulations to verify compliance.

To know more, visit us at https://eikomp.com/epr

 

In case of AIR registration where same AIR has been authorized by Multiple OEMs for taking MTCTE certificate for their Products, different MOU between the OEM/AIR has to be provided and Separate MTCTE accounts for each foreign OEM needs to be registered by AIR. For download or more details please click on the link. To know more visit us at https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec 

Authorization letter (approval letter), Registration letter of company, MOU for Foreign manufacturer, For authorization of an Indian company by Foreign OEM as its Authorized Indian representative (Nomination Form). For more details – https://eikomp.com/compliance/tec