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Overview: Pro Tem Certificate Validity Extended

Published on December 26, 2025 | Category: TEC / MTCTE Certification

The National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS), under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has officially announced an important update to the Pro Tem certification process under the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) framework. As per the notification dated 05 December 2025, the validity of Pro Tem certificates has been extended from 6 months to 2 years.

This update brings significant relief to manufacturers, importers, OEMs, and telecom equipment suppliers, enabling them to operate with greater compliance stability and reduced administrative burden. A Pro Tem Certificate serves as a temporary authorization that allows products to be marketed and used in India while full certification requirements are being completed under the MTCTE framework.

With the revised validity period, businesses can now benefit from improved operational continuity, fewer renewal requirements, and better long-term compliance planning. By extending the validity period, NCCS aims to streamline the certification process, ensure uninterrupted business operations, and support smoother market access—without compromising regulatory and security standards.

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NCCS Pro Tem Certificate Validity Extended to 2 Years under TEC MTCTE

What Is a Pro Tem Certificate?

A Pro Tem Certificate is a temporary approval issued by the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) that allows telecom and communication products to be sold, imported, or used in India while the applicant completes full compliance under the MTCTE framework. This certification ensures that products can legally enter the market during the testing and approval phase without disrupting business operations.

It plays a crucial role in supporting businesses by:
  • Enabling faster product market entry, especially for new or upgraded devices
  • Supporting manufacturers during compliance testing, helping avoid delays in approvals
  • Ensuring national communication security standards are maintained throughout the certification process

Pro Tem certification is especially important for OEMs, importers, and telecom equipment manufacturers operating in the Indian market. It allows businesses to continue operations smoothly while meeting regulatory requirements, reducing uncertainty, and maintaining compliance with India’s telecom security framework.

Key Highlights of the NCCS Notification

According to the official NCCS notification:

  • Validity extended from 6 months to 2 years.
  • Applicable to all new Pro Tem certificates issued after 05 December 2025.
  • Existing certificates can be renewed to complete the full 2-year validity.
  • No change in technical or security requirements.
  • Policy will be reviewed again after one year.

This update significantly reduces compliance pressure while maintaining security standards.

What Has Changed in the New Update?

Earlier, Pro Tem certificates were valid for only 6 months, which often required frequent renewals and created additional operational and compliance challenges for businesses. This short validity period sometimes caused delays in product approvals and increased administrative workload for manufacturers, importers, and OEMs.

With the latest update issued by NCCS, the certification framework has been significantly improved:
  • Pro Tem certificates issued after 05 December 2025 will now be valid for 2 years, offering extended operational flexibility.
  • Certificates undergoing renewal will be issued with validity covering the remaining period to complete a total of 2 years from the original date of issue.
  • The certification process continues to follow the existing MTCTE guidelines, ensuring consistency, security, and regulatory compliance.

This enhancement simplifies certification management, reduces the frequency of renewals, and enables businesses to plan product approvals and market operations more efficiently. Overall, the updated validity period strengthens compliance stability while supporting smoother and more predictable business continuity under the MTCTE framework.

Official NCCS Notification – Pro Tem Certificate Validity Extension

The official notification issued by the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) on 05 December 2025 confirms the extension of Pro Tem certificate validity from 6 months to 2 years.

You can download and refer to the official document below for complete details and regulatory clarification.

Who Will Benefit From the NCCS Pro Tem Certificate Update?

The extended validity of Pro Tem certificates offers significant advantages to a wide range of stakeholders operating within the telecom and communication ecosystem. This update is especially beneficial for:

  • Telecom equipment manufacturers: who can now plan production cycles more efficiently without frequent certification renewals.
  • OEMs and technology providers: enabling smoother product launches and better alignment with compliance timelines.
  • Importers and distributors: who benefit from uninterrupted approvals for bringing certified products into the Indian market.
  • Businesses involved in networking and communication devices: including companies dealing with routers, switches, wireless equipment, and related technologies.

By reducing the need for repeated renewals, this update allows organizations to focus more on innovation, market expansion, and operational efficiency. It also minimizes regulatory delays, supports long-term planning, and ensures continuity in supply chains.

Overall, the extended validity enhances business confidence while maintaining strict adherence to NCCS and MTCTE compliance requirements, making it easier for companies to operate within India’s evolving telecom regulatory framework.

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What Should Businesses Do Now?

With the Pro Tem Certificate validity now extended to 2 years, businesses should take the following steps to stay compliant under the TEC / MTCTE framework:

  • Review existing Pro Tem certificates to check their current validity status and ensure there are no upcoming expiries.
  • Apply for renewal through the MTCTE portal, if required. Renewed certificates will be issued with validity covering the remaining period to complete the new 2-year timeline, as per the NCCS notification.
  • Plan product certification timelines accordingly, as the extended validity allows better scheduling of manufacturing, imports, and product launches without frequent renewal requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with TEC / MTCTE guidelines, ensuring all documentation and technical requirements remain aligned with regulatory standards.
  • Stay updated with future NCCS notifications, as the authority may review or update this policy after one year.
  • Ensure uninterrupted business operations by using this extended validity to minimize compliance gaps and avoid unnecessary delays.

This update provides businesses with greater stability, smoother certification management, and improved operational continuity under the TEC / MTCTE certification framework.

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Conclusion

The NCCS notification dated 05 December 2025 marks a major improvement in India’s telecom compliance framework. By extending the Pro Tem certificate validity to 2 years, NCCS has made regulatory compliance more efficient, predictable, and business-friendly. This update helps organizations reduce administrative challenges while ensuring continued adherence to national security and regulatory standards.

With this extended validity, businesses can plan certifications more effectively, avoid frequent renewals, and maintain uninterrupted operations under the TEC / MTCTE framework.

📌 Businesses are advised to review their certification status and take timely action to remain compliant.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The Pro Tem certificate is now valid for 2 years from the date of issue, as per the latest NCCS notification dated 05 December 2025.

Yes. Existing certificates that are nearing expiry can be renewed, and the renewed certificate will remain valid for the remaining period required to complete a total of 2 years from the original issue date.

Yes, the update applies to all telecom and communication products that require Pro Tem certification under the NCCS and MTCTE framework.

Applications for Pro Tem certificate renewal must be submitted through the official MTCTE portal, following NCCS guidelines.

No. The extension only applies to the validity period. All technical, security, and compliance requirements under MTCTE remain unchanged.

The 2-year validity reduces the need for frequent renewals, lowers administrative effort, and allows better planning for manufacturing, imports, and product launches.

Manufacturers, OEMs, importers, and businesses dealing in telecom or communication equipment should review their current certificate status and plan renewals accordingly.

Yes. NCCS has stated that the 2-year validity policy will be reviewed after one year to assess its effectiveness.

If a certificate expires, the product may no longer be compliant under MTCTE regulations, which can affect sales, imports, or market access. Timely renewal is strongly recommended.

SS Global Services provides end-to-end support for TEC / MTCTE compliance, including Pro Tem certificate application, renewal assistance, documentation support, and coordination with NCCS authorities to ensure smooth and timely approvals.

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