Updated on October 29, 2025 06:15:39 PM
The Central Pollution Control Board has amended its guidelines regarding the waste management regulations in India. The amendment has added new provisions regarding the used oil under the extended producer responsibility. Previously under the preview of EPR also known as extended producer responsibility waste is categorized in four categories.
However, after the new amendment in EPR waste guidelines a new waste category for used oil is introduced under extended producer responsibility for manufacturer, importer and recyclers. Therefore EPR for used oil is mandatory and all the manufacturers, importers & recyclers are required to get EPR certification for their businesses from CPCB/SPCB respectively.
The objective of extending the preview of EPR regime to new categories of waste is due to the nature of waste generated through the product at pre-consumer and post consumer stages. Let's dive further into the article to learn more about EPR Registration for used oil and its certification process.
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EPR Registration for Used Oil is a permit issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as part of India’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. This registration is compulsory for producers, importers, and recyclers who are engaged in the generation or management of used lubricating oil. It guarantees that companies are accountable for the collection, transportation, recycling, and environmentally sound disposal of used oil produced from their products. The objective is to mitigate pollution, encourage sustainable recycling methods, and ensure adherence to the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016. Acquiring an EPR certificate also demonstrates a company’s dedication to responsible waste management and environmental conservation.
Any Entity that indulges in manufacturing, Producing or importing used oil or industrial waste oil are eligible to get EPR Registration for used oils. The objective of implementing EPR for used oil is not just to manage the production of hazardous substances but also to promote economically sustained environmentally friendly industry.
Entities that are required to take EPR for used oil
The benefits of obtaining EPR Registration for used oils are as follows:
The EPR target for importers and producers of used oil or waste oil is assigned during the registration process. The producers and importers are required to meet their EPR obligations of waste oil in a given period of time as per the preassigned target for recycling of waste oil.
The EPR target for used oil is as follows for producer and importers
| Year | EPR Target Limit Annually for used oil |
|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | 10% of 2022-23 |
| 2025-2026 | 20% of 2023-24 |
| 2026-2027 | 30% of 2024-25 |
| 2027-2028 | 40% of 2025-26 |
| 2028-2029 | 50% of 2026-27 |
| 2029-2030 | 60% of 2027-28 |
Note: Importers who directly purchase used oil are required to fulfill 100% of their EPR obligations for the previous year's import respectively.
These are the following documents required to be attached by the applicants to obtain EPR certification for used oils.
Other important documents may be required depending upon the nature and capacity of business for epr certification for used oils.
To obtain EPR registration for used oil, applicants must follow a structured process set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Below is a step-by-step guide to help you complete the registration efficiently.
We offer comprehensive support for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) registration related to used waste oil.
Our professional fee starts from ₹9,999/-.
In addition to our service fee, applicants are required to pay the government registration fee, which varies based on the annual sale volume of base or lubrication oil:
| S. No. | Sale of Base Oil/Lubrication Oil (MTPA) | Government Registration Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | > 1,00,000 MT | ₹10,00,000 |
| 2 | > 50,000 - 1,00,000 MT | ₹5,00,000 |
| 3 | > 10,000 - 50,000 MT | ₹2,00,000 |
| 4 | 5,000 - 10,000 MT | ₹50,000 |
| 5 | < 5,000 MT | ₹25,000 |
Note: The government fee varies depending on the quantity of oil handled. License validity ranges from 1 to 5 years. EPR targets must be fulfilled during this period to avoid penalties or cancellation.
Here’s what manufacturers need to know about renewing their EPR registration online:
Under the EPR regime, registered producers are required to follow specific guidelines and compliance measures set by the CPCB to ensure responsible waste management.
Conclusion
The EPR for used oil is a legal compliance for all the businesses who are responsible for generating industrial oil waste. Any organization failing to comply with the EPR rules of the central pollution control board shall be punished accordingly. The aim of EPR is to build an environmentally friendly circular economy in India. Therefore it is mandatory as well as important to manufacturers, importers and recyclers to obtain EPR certification for used oil waste for their products as per their eligibility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EPR is an acronym for Extended Producer Responsibility which holds producers liable for waste generated through its products. EPR is an obligatory certification required by all the manufacturer and importer and recyclers as described under EPR Rule by the central board of pollution control.
Our professional consultation fees for EPR starts from 9,999 only. However, the government fee for EPR varies depending upon the quantum of waste generated by the applicant or firm.
EPR is valid for the block period of 1-5 years.
It takes up to 30 working days to acquire EPR certification from the respective EPR licensing authorities.
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