TEC Revision of Fees 2025 Under Communication Security Certification Scheme

Introduction to the TEC Revision of Fees Under CSCS

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), under the Ministry of Communications, has issued a notification regarding the revision of fees under the Communication Security Certification Scheme (CSCS).

This revision refers to the earlier procedure document for Security Certification of Telecommunication Equipment. The government has now reduced the Security Test Report Evaluation fees as part of its effort to promote ease of doing business in India.

This change directly impacts OEMs, importers, dealers, telecom equipment manufacturers, as well as Telecom Security Testing Laboratories (TSTLs) who are applying for security certification.

Key Changes You Should Know

1. The Security Test Report Evaluation fee has been revised downward.
2. The amended fee structure applies to different equipment groups (A, B, C, D).
3. The revised fees are effective from 1 August 2025.
4. Government R&D institutes are fully exempted from paying these fees until 31 March 2028.
5. The notification has been issued with approval from the competent authority under TEC/NCCS.

Revised Fee Structure

What is the Date of Implementation?

• Notification Issued: 30 July 2025
• Effective Date: 1 August 2025

All applications submitted on or after 1 August 2025 must follow the revised fee structure.

Benefits of this Order for the Industry

• The reduction in evaluation fees lowers compliance costs for telecom equipment manufacturers as well as importers.
• It supports faster adoption of security certification requirements.
• It encourages more businesses to apply for certification without a financial burden.
• Government R&D institutes benefit from full fee exemption until 31 March 2028, promoting innovation as well as indigenous development.
• Overall, this move strengthens secure telecom infrastructure while supporting business growth.

Now, What to Do?

OEMs, dealers, importers, as well as applicants should:

• Check their equipment group classification in a careful manner.
• Calculate the revised applicable fee before submitting applications.
• Ensure documentation, as well as security test reports, are complete as per TEC guidelines.
• Align future certification budgeting with the updated fee structure.

If you are planning to apply for security certification, this is a good time to initiate the process under the reduced fee structure.

How Brand Liaison Can Support You

Brand Liaison assists telecom equipment manufacturers in understanding group classification, reviewing security test reports before submission, as well as managing end-to-end application filing under the Communication Security Certification Scheme. We also help businesses plan combined TEC approvals and related regulatory clearances in a structured manner, so compliance becomes streamlined rather than complicated in the Indian market.