Updated on June 19, 2025 02:53:20 PM
Environmental Clearance (EC) is a necessary certificate for projects listed in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)Notification, 2006 to ensure long-term growth without harming the environment. The Environmental Clearance license is issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) and it is required before beginning any building, industrial, or mining project. Following article covers the step-by-step procedure, documents, and fees for getting an Environmental Clearance Certificate. Professional Utilities offer experienced services to businesses and assist them in obtaining the Environmental Clearance license seamlessly while assuring compliance.
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An Environmental Clearance Certificate allows project development to begin activities after ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Environmental Clearance evaluates a project's environmental, social, and economic effects and recommends mitigating negative outcomes.
The authority responsible for issuing the Environmental Clearance license is based on the project category:
Environmental clearance offers several benefits such as sustainable development and regulatory compliance.
Project proponents must provide specified documents to assure compliance with environmental standards. Listed below are the required documents for Environmental Clearance:
The Environmental Clearance process is managed by the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) at the central level and the State Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) at the state level, based on the project category.
The fee for Environmental Clearance certificate varies based on the total project cost.
Total Project Cost | Application Fees for Environmental Clearance | Public Hearing Expenses |
---|---|---|
Upto ₹50 lakh | ₹10,000 | Entire expenses to be borne by the project proponent |
Above ₹50 lakh and upto ₹1 crore | ₹20,000 | |
Above ₹1 crore and upto ₹5 crore | ₹50,000 | |
Above ₹5 crore and upto ₹10 crore | ₹1,00,000 | |
Above ₹10 crore and upto ₹25 crore | ₹2,00,000 | |
Above ₹25 crore and upto | ₹4,00,000 | |
Above ₹100 crore | ₹5,00,000 |
Note: The professional fee for Environmental Clearance certificate starts from ₹99,000 (exclusive of GST).
The validity of Environmental Clearance varies based on the project type:
To extend the validity, submit an Environmental Clearance renewal application before expiry, including updated compliance reports and public hearing records (if applicable). Delays in the renewal of Environmental Clearance can lead to project suspension and legal action.
Conclusion
Obtaining an Environmental Clearance Certificate is crucial for long-term project implementation in India. Project developers can obtain an Environmental Clearance license by following the proper procedure, preparing documents, and responding to public concerns. The Environmental Clearance promotes ecologically responsible growth, protects public health, and avoids regulatory issues. Professional Utilities provides experienced guidance for Environmental Clearance in India to simplify and speed up the application procedure.
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The authority fori issuance of Environmental Clearance depends on the project category:
Environmental Clearance assures long-term growth, protects public health, maintains regulatory compliance, and promotes openness through public engagements, preventing legal challenges and delays.
Before the Environmental Clearance expires, you must submit a renewal application that includes updated compliance reports and public hearing records.
Yes, each project extension or modernization requires a new Environmental Clearance to guarantee compliance with current environmental regulations.
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