EPR Registration: Plastic, E-Waste and Battery Compliance
Publishing Date: 7 October, 2026
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) makes the businesses that put products and packaging on the market responsible for collecting and recycling them at the end of their life. In India, EPR registration is done with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on separate online portals for each type of waste.
Main EPR categories
| Category | Rules | Who registers |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic packaging | Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (as amended) | Producers, importers, brand owners (PIBOs) and plastic waste processors |
| E-waste | E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 | Manufacturers, producers, refurbishers and recyclers of listed electrical and electronic equipment |
| Batteries | Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022 | Producers and importers of batteries, including those inside products |
| Tyres and used oil | Hazardous and Other Wastes Rules | Producers and importers of tyres and lubricating oil |
Who typically needs it
- FMCG and food brands selling in plastic packaging
- Importers of electronics, gadgets and accessories
- D2C and e-commerce brands that sell under their own label
- Manufacturers using plastic packaging for B2B supplies
Documents required
- PAN, GST and incorporation documents
- IEC, for importers
- Details of products, packaging type and quantities placed on the market
- Authorised person's ID and authorisation letter
- Consent to establish/operate, where applicable
Registration and compliance process
- Identify the categories that apply to your products.
- Register on the relevant CPCB portal and submit the application with documents.
- Receive registration and your annual EPR targets.
- Meet targets by buying EPR certificates from registered recyclers or through collection arrangements.
- File annual returns and keep records of quantities sold and recycled.
Penalties
Non-compliance can lead to environmental compensation, suspension of registration and restrictions on selling. Marketplaces increasingly ask sellers for EPR numbers before listing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who needs EPR registration for plastic?
Producers, importers and brand owners (PIBOs) that introduce plastic packaging into the market, along with plastic waste processors.
Q2. Where is EPR registration done?
On the centralised portals of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for each category, such as plastic packaging, e-waste and batteries.
Q3. Do e-commerce sellers need EPR?
If they import or sell products under their own brand that use plastic packaging or are electronic or battery products, they usually do.
Q4. What happens if EPR targets are not met?
Environmental compensation can be levied, and registration can be suspended or cancelled.
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Mukul Tomar writes Vaidam Consultancy’s guides on company registration, GST, income tax and ROC compliance. An experienced blog writer on Indian tax and business law, his articles have also been published on TaxGuru. He turns complex rules into clear, practical steps that business owners can act on.
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