Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board Advisory

The Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) categorizes industrial units based on their Pollution Index (PI), which is a score that reflects their potential to cause pollution. This classification system, harmonized with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), helps the UPPCB regulate industries, determine the validity of their consent certificates, and prioritize inspections. Uttar Pradesh Industrial units are categorized by the Uttar Pradesh Pollution board (UPPCB) based on their pollution potential into the following main categories:

•    Red Category- These are the highest polluting industries units in this category are subject to inspection at least once every 5 years to insure compliance with pollution norms
•    Orange Category- Industries with a pollution index score between 41 and 59 falls in this category
•    Green Category-These industries have a relatively low pollution potential index (PI)between 21 and 40 while they are less polluting industry, they still need to adhere to environmental norms
•    White Category- This Category was introduced for industries that are considered practically non-polluting within a pollution index (PI) of 20 or less. These industries do not require a Consent to Established (CTE) or Consent to Operate (CTO)
 

Pollution Board Registration is required for the construction of Premises (Land) or Installation of machinery (constructed premises).  Application of other licenses which include

•    Application for Liquor Registration
•    Application for Health Trade Registration
•    Application for Department of Tourism
•    Application for new electricity connection
•    Application for Boring NOC
•    Application for Eating House
•    Application for Factory Act Registration
 

The documents required for CTE (Consent to Establish) application generally include a mix of proofs of possession, project and process details technical plans and compliance certificates as outlined by multiple State Pollution Control Boards in India.
•    Authorized Person Pan Card
•    Aadhar Card
•    Authorization Letter
•    Layout Plan
•    CA Letter for total project cost
•    Project Report (including production Capacity and Manufacturing process)
•    DG Set Details
•    Proof of Land Ownership/Lease Agreement
•    NOC/Permission from local Authorities (Gram Panchayat, Municipality or Industrial Development Authority)

The CTE registration is for one year or for completion of work, whichever is earlier are issued by Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB). From UPPCB, the extension can also be availed for valid reasons.

The validity of Consent to Operate (CTO) from the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) depends entirely on the category of the industry. The Validity of Consent to Operate (CTO) in Uttar Pradesh depends on the Category of the Industry:
•    Red Category industries ,the CTO is valid for 5 years
•    Orange Category industries, the CTO is valid 10 years
•    Green Category industries, the CTO is valid for 15 years
•    White Category industries do not require a CTO

Factories must apply for renewal before the expiry of their registration to ensure continuous legal operation.
 

1. Lifetime Authorization for import and trading of Iron, Copper & Aluminium Scrap
2. E-waste Management Authorization
3. Battery waste Management Authorization
4. Bio-Medical waste Authorization
5. Solid waste Management Authorization
6. Construction and Demolition waste Authorization
7. Hazardous waste Authorization or Scrap Dealer Certificate
8. Plastic waste Management Authorization

The procedure for online application for the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Registration (CTE/CTO) involves several specific steps on the official portals such as Nivesh Mitra and the OCMMS portal.
•    Register as a new user with personal industry and contact information to generate login Credentials.
•    Log in using your registered credentials and fill out the common Application form for the chosen unit.
•    Upload or submit all requisite supporting documents, including cover letter, site plan, Land use certificate, project report, water/air pollution management scheme and other documents per the category.
•    Pay the prescribed application fee online using the portal’s payment gateway.
•    Categorization: Determine your industry Category (Red, Orange, Green or White) based on its pollution index.
•    Documentation: Gather all the necessary documents such as proof of business registration land documents a detailed project report, Layout plans and proposals for pollution control measures (ETP/STP) APC devices).
 

The cost of obtaining a Pollution Control Registration from the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) is not a fixed amount. The Pollution Control Registration (Consent to Established-CTE/Consent to Operate-CTO) from the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) varies depending on factors such as the capital investment in the project.
•    Fees are categorized based on the Capital investment in land, building, plant &machinery.
•    For smaller projects (up to Rs.5 lakh capital investment) the fees are relatively low starting around Rs.100 to Rs.500 for CTE and Rs.200 to Rs.1000 for CTO.
•    Industries are categorized by pollution potential White no Fees, no consent required) Green, Orange and Red Categories with Red industries facing the highest fees.
•    The authorization fee typically covers a validity period ranging between 5 to 10 years depending on the industry Category.
•    The applicant must also budget for fees related to inspection document processing and any penalties imposed.