SRRC certification is mandatory for wireless products in China. Many companies face delays or invalidation due to unclear procedures or misunderstanding of validity rules. In 2026, the process is more efficient, while core steps and validity rules remain unchanged.
With proper preparation, the entire cycle takes 4–8 weeks.
1.Document & Sample Preparation (3–5 days)
·Business license
·Product specifications (frequency, power, modulation)
·Schematic diagrams, antenna specs
·Firmware version
·Module certification & authorization (if using certified modules)
·2–3 fully functional test samples
2.Pre-Testing (Recommended)Not mandatory but widely used. Checks power, frequency error, and spurious emissions to avoid failures in formal testing.
3.Formal Lab Testing (2–3 weeks)Tests include RF performance, spurious emissions, protocol conformance. Simple products ~2 weeks; complex products ~3 weeks.
4.Official Review & Certification (1–2 weeks)Lab submits reports to provincial and national radio authorities. Approved products receive a CMIIT ID.
5.LabelingCMIIT ID must be marked clearly on the product, packaging, and manual.
II. SRRC Certification Validity & Rules
SRRC certificate is valid for 5 years from issuance.
Valid as long as:
·No changes to RF hardware (chip, antenna, circuit)
·No new mandatory standards issued for the band
·Only cosmetic changes (color, shape)
Renewal
Apply 90 days before expiration.
·No standard changes: no retest needed
·Standard updates: supplementary testing required
Three Causes of Immediate Invalidation
·RF hardware changes without re-certification
·Failure to comply with updated mandatory standards
·Expired certificate without renewal
III. 2026 Practical Avoidance Tips
·Ensure documents, specs, and samples are fully consistent
·Module certification ≠ final product certification
·Do NOT skip pre-testing for complex products
·Plan renewal early to avoid expiration
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