STQC (Standardisation Testing and Quality Certification) is a directorate under India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) that provides quality assurance and certification for electronics and IT products. For CCTV Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), STQC certification mandates compliance with Essential Requirements (ER01:2024) under the IoT System Certification Scheme (IoTSCS), focusing on cybersecurity, performance, and quality standards for IP-based cameras. It involves rigorous testing in authorized labs to mitigate cyber threats, ensure data integrity, and meet national/international benchmarks. Since June 6, 2024, it's required for government procurements, and from April 9, 2025, all CCTV sales in India must comply, barring non-certified products.
This certification profoundly impacts CCTV OEM businesses. Positively, it enhances product credibility, fosters trust among buyers, and boosts localization by favoring Made-in-India brands like Sparsh, which gained market leadership as the first certified. It weeds out substandard imports, promoting innovation, self-reliance, and growth for compliant firms, potentially increasing their market share to 40%. However, it poses challenges: high costs and time for testing (based on model count) disadvantage small OEMs, potentially monopolizing the market for larger players and disrupting supply chains for distributors. Overall, while it elevates industry standards and security, it accelerates consolidation, favoring quality-focused entities amid a shift toward regulated, secure surveillance.
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