The EPR Certificate, issued by CPCB, is an environmental compliance certificate required by certain entities to ensure environmentally sound management of waste. This certificate ensures adherence to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) norms. Connect with EPR consultants at Registrationwala to apply for EPR Certificate online.
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EPR Certificate Registration Process
The EPR Certificate full form is Extended Producer Responsibility Certificate, which is a mandatory environmental compliance document. It is required by producers, manufacturers, importers, brand owners, recyclers and refurbishers who are involved in generation, collection, recycling, treatment or disposal of waste. The certificate helps businesses follow an environmentally sound and economical approach to waste management and recycling.
Under EPR rules, businesses dealing with certain types of waste have specific responsibilities for their proper management and recycling. These requirements cover different types of waste generated from products like used mobile phones, laptops, batteries, plastic packaging, used tyres, waste oil and end-of-life vehicles to name a few.
Get your EPR Certificate via Common EPR Portal for applicable category and ensure compliance with EPR rules. You can connect with our expert legal consultants at Registrationwala for assistance in securing EPR registration and ensuring CPCB compliance.
The following are some of the entities that must be registered on CEPR Portal to get Extended Producer Responsibility certificate for Waste Management:-
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Entity |
What They Do |
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Producers |
These entities make products that come under EPR rules and are responsible for such products’ proper waste management. |
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Importers |
They import products/materials covered under EPR framework and have waste management responsibilities. |
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Brand Owners |
They sell products under their own brand and may have EPR responsibilities for waste generated by them. |
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Waste Processors |
They are responsible for collecting, recycling, recovering or processing waste. They help businesses to meet EPR targets. |
The table below gives a quick overview of online EPR registration in India and its key requirements:-
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Key Parameter |
Details |
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Authority |
CPCB and SPCBs, where applicable |
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EPR Categories |
Plastic Packaging, E-Waste, Battery Waste, Waste Tyres, Used Oil, ELVs, C&D Waste and Non-Ferrous Metal Scrap |
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Entities Requiring EPR Registration |
Producers, Importers, Brand Owners and other entities covered under the applicable rules |
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Application |
Online via Common EPR (CEPR) portal |
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Applicable Rules |
Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016; E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022; Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022; Hazardous and Other Wastes Rules, 2016, as amended; Environment Protection (End-of-Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025; Environment (Construction and Demolition) Waste Management Rules, 2025; and applicable amendments/frameworks for non-ferrous metal scrap |
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Main Compliance |
Recycling/EPR targets, record keeping and return filing, as applicable |
EPR registration allows businesses to fulfil their responsibility for managing waste generated from the products they manufacture, import or introduce into the market. Waste management can be done in different ways, and similarly, EPR requirements vary depending on the type of waste. Below are the different types of EPR registrations:-
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EPR Registration Type |
Who Needs It? |
Applicable Rules |
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Plastic Waste EPR Registration |
Producers, importers and brand owners dealing with plastic packaging |
Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, as amended |
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E-Waste EPR Registration |
Producers and manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment covered under E-Waste Rules |
E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, as amended |
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Battery Waste EPR Registration |
Producers of batteries, including portable, automotive, industrial & EV batteries |
Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022, as amended |
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Waste Tyre EPR Registration |
Producers, importers and other entities covered by EPR framework for waste tyres |
Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, as amended |
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Used Oil EPR Registration |
Producers and other obligated entities covered under EPR framework for used oil |
Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, as amended |
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End-of-Life Vehicle EPR Registration |
Producers of vehicles covered under End-of-Life Vehicles Rules |
Environment Protection (End-of-Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025. |
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Non-Ferrous Metal Scrap EPR Registration |
Producers and other entities dealing with non-ferrous metal like aluminium, copper and zinc, as covered by EPR framework. |
Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016, as amended |
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C&D Waste EPR Registration |
Builders, developers, companies, occupiers and other entities responsible for construction and demolition projects covered under the C&D EPR rules. |
Environment (Construction and Demolition) Waste Management Rules, 2025, effective from 1 April 2026 |
The Extended Producer Responsibility registration comes with several benefits for businesses, such as:-
EPR registration helps businesses to fulfill obligations specified under waste management rules. This registration allows them to comply with directions issued by CPCB.
- EPR encourages businesses to ensure that waste arising from their products is collected, recycled, recovered or managed in a proper manner through the means of authorized channels.
- Proper collection and recycling of waste can reduce volume of waste that ends up in landfills and help minimize the harmful impact of such waste on environment.
- EPR is a systematic way for companies to manage their waste obligations, maintain records and reach recycling/recovery objectives.
- A company that meets EPR requirements showcases that it is committed to waste management as well as environmental responsibility.
PIBOs can reduce risk of compliance issues, regulatory notices and penalties by staying registered and fulfilling EPR obligations.
The eligibility criteria for EPR registration is as follows:-
Entities involved in the manufacturing, importing or selling of products covered under EPR rules, including plastic packaging, e-waste, batteries, tyres and other covered products.
Waste Processors involved in recycling, co-processing, waste-to-energy, waste-to-oil and other waste processing activities.
Entities covered under the newer EPR frameworks for Used Oil, End-of-Life Vehicles, Non-Ferrous Metal Scrap and Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste.
Generally, the following documents are required to acquire the Extended Producer Responsibility certificate:
To obtain an EPR registration certificate, you need to complete all the necessary steps involved in the EPR registration process. Below, we have explained all the steps involved in this process:-
First, you must identify the applicable EPR category and waste stream based on your business activities. For this, check the relevant EPR rules and requirements so you can understand your registration and compliance obligations. Alternatively, you can connect with an EPR expert for assistance.
Gather all the documents required for making the EPR certificate application, such as business KYC, PAN, GST, CA-certified quantity details and other category-specific documents. Make sure all information you provide in the application is complete and accurate.
Submit the EPR registration application via Common EPR (CEPR) Portal along with the required documents and applicable fees. The information submitted should match the business and product details.
After receiving the application and attached documents, the concerned authority reviews them. If any information or document is missing or requires additional clarification, a query may be raised by the Board through the portal. The applicant needs to respond to such a query within the given time.
Once the application is approved and the required verification is completed, the CPCB EPR certificate is issued digitally through the CEPR portal.
After successful CPCB EPR registration, businesses must continue to meet their EPR obligations. This may include maintaining records, meeting applicable recycling or recovery targets, managing EPR credits through authorized entities and filing required returns.
Since its establishment more than a decade ago, Registrationwala has helped thousands of businesses obtain their EPR certification. We assist you throughout the EPR certification process by:-
Compiling the required documents
Filing your application
Handling CPCB query
Helping ensure that you receive EPR authorization on time
If your business falls under an EPR category such as plastic packaging, e-waste, batteries, tyres, used oil or other applicable categories, EPR registration may be mandatory. Get in touch with us if you need assistance with obtaining EPR certification in India via Common EPR portal.
The EPR application fee for securing an EPR authorization certificate depends on whether you are a producer, brand owner or importer. Consult with Registrationwala to know the exact fee structure.
There is no universal fee for EPR renewal. The fee totally depends on the type of EPR certification and whether you are a producer, brand owner or importer.
If the third-party manufacturer does not have its own brand name, the EPR liability will be the responsibility of the concerned Brand Owner/Producer to whom the product is sold.
CPCB registration certificate refers to an official document issued by the Central Pollution Control Board. It could be an EPR certificate or any other CPCB-issued certificate.
The EPR number is the unique registration code allotted to an applicant after successful EPR registration. This number is mentioned on EPR Registration Certificate.
Yes, you can apply for EPR certification for multiple products, but each product or category of product may have different requirements based on the nature of its packaging and waste generation.
Yes, importers dealing in EPR-covered products such as plastic packaging, electrical and electronic products, batteries, tyres and used oil must obtain EPR registration as applicable under EPR framework.
The validity of an EPR certificate depends on the type of EPR registration and the category under which it is obtained. In many cases, the certificate is valid for 5 years. However, the validity period may vary depending on the applicable EPR rules.
Yes. Under the Environment (Construction and Demolition) Waste Management Rules, 2025, EPR requirements are applicable to covered construction and demolition activities. The rules came into effect from 1 April 2026. Covered entities under these rules must register and fulfil their EPR obligations via CPCB CEPR portal.
The new portal for obtaining EPR authorisation is the Common EPR (CEPR) Portal, launched by the CPCB in 2026.
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