On January 20, 2026, India, through Wireless Planning & Coordination (WPC), issued a new regulation for lower 6 GHz band. Its use in low-power and very low-power wireless systems, including Radio Local Area Networks (R-LANs), is permitted.
The new regulation for lower 6 GHz band state that low-power wireless usage indoors and very low-power usage outdoors no longer require a license. This applies to the use of frequencies from 5925 to 6425 MHz.
This means that devices such as WiFi routers and access points can freely use this frequency band for low-power indoor services and very low-power outdoor services. However, these devices must still comply with the technical requirements set by the government.
Important Steps in the Development of Next-Generation Wireless Technology
The issuance of new regulation for lower 6 GHz band is a concrete step by the Indian government to facilitate next-generation technology. In this case, it is WiFi 6E and WiFi 7.
As we know, next-generation wireless technology offers higher speeds, lower latency, and a better user experience. Therefore, it is important to facilitate this with exemptions from licensing requirements for low-power indoor and very low-power outdoor use.
Exemptions from Licensing Requirements Must Still Meet Regulatory Requirements
Exemptions from licensing requirements for the use of low-power and very low-power wireless systems under the new regulation for lower 6 GHz band are not without rules. The use of devices must still comply with the technical requirements set by the government.
Devices can operate without a spectrum license, but must still obtain an ETA-SD (Equipment Type Approval – Self-Declaration). This is, of course, to meet regulatory requirements.
Operational Restrictions: New Regulations for Lower 6 GHz Band
The new regulations for lower 6 GHz band also come with restrictions. There are several restrictions on how the frequency can be used. These restrictions are as follows:
- Use in moving vehicles: Indoor devices may not be used in moving vehicles, boats, or aircraft below 10,000 feet.
- Use on oil platforms: Indoor or outdoor wireless devices are not permitted.
- Use for communication: May not be used with or to control drones and unmanned aerial systems.
- Fair and efficient use of spectrum: Devices must use competition-based protocols to ensure sharing.
Technical Specifications for 5925 – 6425 MHz Band
| Device Type | Maximum power spectral density equivalent isotropic radiated power for in-band emission | Maximum equivalent isotropic radiated power for in-band emission | Maximum emission bandwidth | Out of band emissins (Maximum power spectral density) |
| Low power indoor | in-band11 dBm/MHz | 30 dBm | 320 MHz | -27 dBm/MHz |
| Very low power outdoor | 1 dBm/MHz | 14 dBm | 320 MHz | -27 dBm/MHz |
Impact on India Type Approval
The new regulation for lower 6 GHz band certainly has an impact on India type approval. In this case, to obtain WPC ETA certification.
Currently, manufacturers and importers that have wireless devices at this frequency no longer require a license. This is especially true for low-power wireless use indoors and very low-power use outdoors.
However, it is important to note that devices must still obtain ETA-SD (Device Type Approval – Self Declaration). This is, of course, to meet regulatory requirements. A lack of understanding of the regulations can cause obstacles in marketing your products in this country.
To avoid such issues, you can consult with Dimulti Indonesia. We have partners in various countries with over 15 years of experience in handling Radio Frequency (RF) type approvals, including WPC ETA certification.