This is an official memorandum issued by the National Centre for Communication Security (NCCS) of the Ministry of Communications, Government of India, dated July 7, 2025, and relates to the temporary exemption from security certification for certain network equipment.

The document specifically refers to an extension of the exemption period from security certification requirements for IP routers and Wi-Fi client terminal equipment (CPEs) deployed in the cloud. This exemption was originally granted until May 31, 2025, in accordance with previous notifications issued on November 29, 2024, and December 13, 2024.

Now, through this new memorandum, the NCCS officially communicates that the exemption has been extended until March 31, 2026, allowing these devices to operate without undergoing formal security certification procedures during that period.

WHOM DOES IT IMPACT?

The direct impact is on manufacturers and suppliers of IP routers and cloud Wi-Fi CPEs, telecommunications operators and internet service providers, importers, and distributors.

CONCLUSION:

Although this measure does not have a widespread impact on the entire ICT industry, it does represent significant regulatory relief for a key segment linked to emerging technologies, justifying its classification as having a medium impact.