TEC
TEC
Standards Adoption Policy - 2020
The TEC Standards Adoption Policy 2020, notified on May 8, 2020, streamlines the adoption of domestic (TSDSI) and international telecom/ICT standards (like 3GPP, oneM2M) as Indian National Standards. This policy, based on ISO/IEC Guide 21-1, enhances local manufacturing and supports technologies like 5G, IoT, and AI through a public consultation process to meet national requirements.
Study Paper Telecommunication Network Infrastructure Management Using Identification Data (ID) Technology
November 2025
As networks expand in scale and complexity, intelligent, automated, and resilient management frameworks are essential. Identification Data (ID) technologies—spanning RFID, optical ID tags, and encoding methods such as barcodes and QR codes—emerge as transformative enablers by providing asset visibility, automated tracking, and real-time operational intelligence.
Technical Report
Code of Practice for Securing Consumer Internet of Things (IoT)
November 2025
In view of the anticipated growth of IoT devices, it is important to ensure that the IoT end points comply to the safety and security standards and guidelines in order to protect the users and the networks that connect these IoT devices. The IoT devices must undergo mandatory testing & certification prior to sale, import or use in India, in compliance to the MTCTE guidelines issued by Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India under the Telecommunications (Framework to Notify Standards, Conformity Assessment and Certification) Rules, 2025
Study Paper
Cellular Low Power Wide Area Technologies
October 2025
This study paper focuses on the role and evolution of Low Power Wide Area (LPWA) technologies within the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) ecosystem.
Study Paper Terahertz (THz) Communication & Sensing
June 2025
Terahertz (THz) communication is a cutting-edge wireless technology that utilizes electromagnetic waves within the 0.1–10 THz frequency range or wave lengths between 3 mm and 30 μm. The significance of this frequency range lies in its ability to support extremely high data rates, ranging from tens to hundreds of gigabits per second (Gbps), far surpassing the capabilities of current wireless technologies such as 5G.
Technical Report Industry 4.0: The Future of Smart Manufacturing
June 2025
This Technical Report examines the technologies powering Industry 4.0 and its associated aspects. It delves into the historical background of Industry 4.0, highlighting its evolution and significance. Key technologies driving this revolution, such as automation, IoT, AI/ ML and 5G are explored in depth, along with their impact on supply chain optimization and advancements in quality control.
Technical Report
Digital Radio Technology (DRT)
April 2025
Digital radio technologies can significantly enhance India’s broadcasting landscape by efficiently utilizing existing AM and FM frequency bands, providing superior audio quality, and ensuring reliable services.