EPR Registration for E-Waste
Stay Compliant. Avoid Penalties. Build a Responsible Brand.
Are you involved in manufacturing or importing electrical and electronic equipment in India? Well, EPR Registration is no longer a choice but a necessity for you. SR Services is here to assist you in obtaining EPR Authorization in India in a fast, accurate, and hassle-free manner under E-Waste regulations.
What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)?
What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)?
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a concept in which manufacturers, importers, and brand owners are held responsible for the disposal of their electronic products.
EPR Authorization
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) grants EPR Authorization.
Without EPR Registration
❌ You cannot manufacture or sell the notified EEE products
❌ You may face restrictions or legal consequences
❌ Your shipments may be held back at customs
Who Requires EPR Registration for E-Waste?
The following types of organizations or companies need to register with EPR:
Manufacturers
Producers of Electrical & Electronic Equipment (EEE)
Importers
Importing electronic products for sale and distribution in India
Brand Owners
Selling electronic products under their brand names
Refurbishes
Companies involved in the refurbishment of electronic waste
Recyclers
Companies involved in recycling of e-waste for recycling
If your products are included in Schedule I of E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, it is compulsory to register.
Products Covered Under EPR for E-Waste
Major categories include:
IT & Telecom Equipments
Computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, routers, servers, printers, UPS, modems, scanners, telephones
Consumer Electronics
Televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, LED lights, microwave ovens
Large Appliances
Electric cookers, fans, dishwashers, electric kettles, immersion rods
Medical & Industrial Equipments
MRI machines, CT scanners, laboratory equipment, solar panels, monitoring systems, batteries
Small Equipments
The above list is according to Schedule I of E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022.
Our streamlined process ensures smooth approval from application to certification.
Key Compliance Requirements
The E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, which will be applicable with effect from April 1, 2023, have the following key requirements:
Mandatory Registration on the CPCB Portal
All producers must register on the Centralized CPCB Portal
Category-wise Registration
Separate categories for Producers, Manufacturers, Recyclers, and Refurbishers
Quarterly and Annual Returns
Submission of Compliance Returns to the Centralized CPCB Portal
Achievement of EPR
Annual targets for collection and recycling based on product sales
Recycler Tie-ups
Mandatory tie-ups with Recyclers for the disposal of E-Waste
Migration to the 2022 Rules
Existing entities registered under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, must migrate to the 2022 rules
Consequences of Non-registration
Operating without registration is illegal and may attract environmental compensation.
Documents Required for E-Waste EPR Registration
For Producers, Importers, Brand Owners:
PAN Card of Company
GST Registration Certificate
CIN (Company Incorporation Certificate)
IEC (Import Export Code) — for importers
Aadhaar/PAN of Authorized Signatory
Details of Products / EEE Categories
Sales Data for Previous Years
EPR Action Plan
Proof of Registered Office
Board Resolution (if applicable)
For Recyclers / Refurbishers (Additional):
SPCB Consent to Establish & Operate
Process Flow Diagram
Geo-tagged Photographs of Facility
Waste Processing Capacity Details
Pollution Control Equipment Details
E-Waste EPR Registration Process
How SR Services Supports You
SR Services offers EPR solutions for smooth and hassle-free EPR approvals and regulatory compliance.
EPR Registration on CPCB Portal
We offer end-to-end support for EPR registration and application filing through the CPCB portal.
Documentation & Application Preparation
We help in the preparation of all necessary documents and applications for EPR registration.
EPR Target Planning
We help in planning for meeting the EPR collection and recycling targets set for each year.
Authorized Recycler Tie-Ups
We help in tie-ups with authorized recyclers approved by CPCB.
Quarterly & Annual Return Filing
We help in filing quarterly and annual returns for EPR compliance.
Ongoing Compliance Monitoring
We offer ongoing support for EPR compliance and regulations.
Migration Support
We offer support for the migration of existing EPR registrations under the 2016 rules to the 2022 regulations.
E-Waste EPR Registration — FAQs
- 1 Is EPR Registration compulsory for E-Waste?
- Yes. EPR Registration is compulsory for E-Waste under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022. All producers, importers, and brand owners of notified EEE products are required to register for EPR.
- 2 What are the consequences for operating without EPR Registration?
- Operating without EPR Registration can invite environmental compensation, seizure of products, and legal action. CPCB has the authority to levy penalties depending on the magnitude of non-compliance.
- 3 Who is responsible for providing EPR Registration?
- EPR Registration is provided by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) through its centralized online portal.
- 4 Do I need to register for each category of products?
- Typically, EPR Registration is category-wise depending on your business category: Producer/Importer/Recycler. You can register multiple products under a single registration.
- 5 What are the return filing requirements?
- Returns are to be filed quarterly and annually on the CPCB portal.
- 6 Do you help with Recycler Tie-ups?
- Yes. We help our clients establish relationships with CPCB-approved recyclers for EPR compliance.
- 7 Can I migrate from E-Waste EPR 2016 to E-Waste EPR 2022?
- Yes. Existing entities registered under E-Waste EPR 2016 are required to migrate to E-Waste EPR 2022. We can help you with the entire process.