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Annual Filing of e-Waste: An Overview

The annual filing of e-waste is a regulatory process that enables the filing of reports concerning the collection, storage, generation, transportation, recycling, or disposal of e-waste and its activities.

Annual filing of e-waste primarily ensures monitoring compliance and mitigating the impact of electronic waste on the environment and public health. It simply mandates all stakeholders involved in the lifecycle of electronic products to file their reports to the concerned authority.

The filing of e-waste under the e-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, further mandates the entities to keep proper track records, manage, and dispose of electronic wastes. However, the annual filing of e-waste encourages recycling and recovery of valuable resources while ensuring proper documentation and accountability.

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Don’t delay and file your annual return for e-waste before 31st August, 2025 to stay compliant and avoid penalties.

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What is e-waste Compliance?

e-Waste compliance is a regulatory process that ensures proper management and disposal of electronic waste, safeguarding human health and the environment. It enables compliance with regulations and other requirements, ensuring the management of e-wastes in India. However, it is an ongoing process that helps businesses stay informed about the regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance with both local and international standards.

The key components of e-waste compliance are as discussed below:

  1. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
  2. Compliance with e-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016/ 2022

Benefits of Annual Filing of e-Waste in India

The benefits of annual filing of e-waste in India are as discussed below:

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Securing Regulatory Compliance

The annual filing of e-waste ensures securing compliance with e-waste regulatory guidelines established by the concerned authorities.

Consumer Trust

Data Collection and Monitoring

The annual filing of e-waste guarantees collecting and monitoring data concerning the generation and disposal of e-wastes in India.

Market Expansion

Improved Environmental Performance

The annual filing of e-waste encourages companies to implement the necessary steps required to improve their environmental and sustainable performance.

Business Credibility

Risk Mitigation

The annual filing of e-waste assists companies in identifying and mitigating risks associated with e-waste management.

Improved Hygiene Standards

Reputation Management

The annual filing of e-waste helps companies to improve their reputation and commitment towards a responsible waste management practice.

Government Support

Business Accuracy and Reliability

The annual filing of e-waste enhances the accuracy and reliability of the business associated with the compliant management of e-wastes in India.

Conditions Required for Filing Annual Return for e-waste

The entities filing annual return for e-waste management must comply with the following conditions as specified below:

Checklist for Filing Annual Return for e-Waste:

  • The annual return of e-waste must be filed on or by 31st August of every year following the financial year in question.
  • The annual return must be filed in the manner prescribed under the e-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016/2022.
  • The annual return must ensure maintaining records concerned with the handling, storage, sale, and transfer of electronic items.

Checklist- Who are Eligible for Annual Filing of e-Waste in India?

Given below are the eligible entities for annual filing of e-waste in India-

  • Manufacturer entities producing e-waste
  • Recyclers processing e-waste
  • Producer entities offering e-waste for sale
  • Dismantlers breaking down e-waste
  • Bulk consumer entities consuming large amounts of e-waste
  • Refurbisher entities refurbishing e-waste
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Documents Required for Annual Filing of e-Waste in India

The list of documents required for the annual filing of e-waste in India are enlisted below:

  • Form 3
  • E-waste Manifestation Form 6
  • E-way Bill
  • E-waste Authorization Certificate
  • Consent to Operate
  • Authorization for Disposal of Hazardous Waste
  • Records of Sales and Purchase of E-waste
  • Procurement Documents
  • E-waste Recycling Credits
  • Form 2 required for maintaining records of e-waste handled, dismantled, and recycled
  • Detailed information on different items (category-wise) after segregation
  • Transaction details of funds as proof that dismantled e-waste will be recycled in the future
  • Authorization under Hazardous & Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016/2022 for disposal of hazardous and other wastes

Procedure for Annual Filing of e-Waste in India

The businesses annually filing their e-waste must comply with the following procedure for annual filing of e-waste in India as specified below:

Application Filing

Maintain Records of e-Waste

The businesses are initially required to maintain comprehensive records of e-waste generated, collected, and processed during the year.

Document Preparation

Businesses must prepare the necessary documents for filing annual returns and financial records.

Filing of Annual Returns

The businesses must file annual returns, reports, and relevant forms in the prescribed format to the authorities concerned thereto.

Verification of Annual Returns

Upon filing the annual return, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) or State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) verifies and legally endorses the returns duly submitted.

Compliance Monitoring

The e-waste annual return offers compliance monitoring services required for the efficient management of e-wastes in India.

What are the Filings of Annual Return for E-waste?

The businesses involved in the production, import, recycling, and disposal of e-waste in India must proceed with filing of annual return for e-waste as specified below:

Annual Return for E-waste in Form 3

  • Form 3 is used for filing the annual return of e-waste produced, manufactured, refurbished, recycled, or dismantled.
  • The annual return in Form 3 must be filed with the State Pollution Control Board or the Pollution Control Committee concerned.
  • Form 3 must be filed on or before 31st August, 2025, following the financial year to which that return pertains.
  • The filing of annual returns through Form 3 must be secured by manufacturers, producers, bulk consumers, etc.
  • Filing annual returns through Form 3 ensures transparency and compliance with the e-waste management practices specified in the e-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016/2022.

Other Forms for Annual Filing of e-Waste Management

  • Form 1 is an application filed by producers/bulk producers to facilitate the collection, storage, treatment, transportation, and disposal of e-waste in India.
  • Form 2 is a standardized document used for maintaining records of e-waste handled/generated, measured in metric tonnes (MT) per year.
  • Form 5 is an annual report prepared for importing or exporting hazardous waste, including e-waste, in India.
  • Form 6 is an e-waste manifestation filed to keep a track record of the international movement of hazardous electronic wastes.

Responsibilities of Entities for Annual filing of e-waste in India

The responsibilities of entities filing annual filing of e-waste in India in the manner specified under the e-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016/ 2022 are as discussed below:

Mandatory for food-related businesses
  • The producer, consumer, or bulk consumers must collect and channelize the e-waste generated during the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment duly listed under Schedule 1.
  • The producer must set up collection centres or take-back systems either individually or collectively.
  • The producer must be aware of and provide information concerning the hazardous constituents and handling of e-waste.
  • The collection centres must comply with the guidelines for the storage and transportation of e-waste in India.
  • The dismantler must secure the environment from any damage caused due to the storage or transportation of dismantled e-waste.
  • The dismantler must segregate dismantled e-waste and send it to authorized treatment, storage, and disposal facilities.

Annual Compliances for e-Waste in India

The annual compliances for e-waste in India are as discussed below:

Annual Returns Submission

Filing of Annual Return

Businesses engaged in recycling, dismantling, disposing, and manufacturing e-wastes must file annual returns with the Central Pollution Control Board.

Filing of Annual Return

Businesses engaged in recycling, dismantling, disposing, and manufacturing e-wastes must file annual returns with the Central Pollution Control Board.

Record Keeping

Registration with CPCB

The producers and recyclers must register their e-waste management business with the Central Pollution Control Board.

Registration with CPCB

The producers and recyclers must register their e-waste management business with the Central Pollution Control Board.

Food Safety Audits

EPR Registration

The businesses must obtain EPR registration (i.e., Extended Producer Responsibility) to ensure the safe collection, storage, transportation, and recycling of e-waste from their products.

EPR Registration

The businesses must obtain EPR registration (i.e., Extended Producer Responsibility) to ensure the safe collection, storage, transportation, and recycling of e-waste from their products.

Hygiene Maintenance

PRO Authorization

Businesses must obtain PRO authorization (i.e., Producer Responsibility Organization) to establish their own collection centres to manage and dispose of the used e-wastes.

PRO Authorization

Businesses must obtain PRO authorization (i.e., Producer Responsibility Organization) to establish their own collection centres to manage and dispose of the used e-wastes.

Food Labelling Compliance

Compliance with Environmental Standards

The businesses must secure compliance with environmental and safety standards as specified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and CPCB.

Compliance with Environmental Standards

The businesses must secure compliance with environmental and safety standards as specified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and CPCB.

License Renewal

Disposal of Non-Recyclable Wastes

Businesses must make safe disposal of non-recycled e-wastes for eliminating the release of harmful or toxic components into the environment.

Disposal of Non-Recyclable Wastes

Businesses must make safe disposal of non-recycled e-wastes for eliminating the release of harmful or toxic components into the environment.

Staff Training

Public Awareness and Information

Businesses must ensure public awareness and spread information concerning the proper disposal and recycling of e-wastes in India.

Public Awareness and Information

Businesses must ensure public awareness and spread information concerning the proper disposal and recycling of e-wastes in India.

Staff Training

Reporting of Environmental Impact

The businesses must provide necessary reports concerning the impact of e-waste on the environment and human health.

Reporting of Environmental Impact

The businesses must provide necessary reports concerning the impact of e-waste on the environment and human health.

Details Included in Annual Return for e-Waste

The business must include the following information while filing annual return for e-waste in India-

Details Concerning Annual Compliances for E-waste

  • Details concerning the type and quantity of e-waste produced
  • Details concerning the type and quantity of e-waste collected/stored
  • Details concerning the type and quantity of e-waste recycled/refurbished/dismantled
  • Details of materials recovered from recycling e-waste
  • Description of e-waste, including item, weight, and number

Other Information Concerning Annual Compliances for E-waste

  • Details of the entity filing the annual return
  • Details of EPR authorization
  • Details of e-waste awareness and seminars conducted
  • Details of the validity of EPR authorization
  • Details of the summary statement, code-wise, of e-waste collected
  • Details of the quantity of CFL received at the treatment, storage, and disposal facility
  • Details of the transporter's acknowledgement of receipt of e-waste
  • Details of evidence of adherence to recycling targets specified by the EPR regulations

Consequences of Non-Compliance with Annual Filing of e-Waste

The consequences of non-compliance with the annual filing of e-waste are as discussed below:

  • Fines and penalties imposed under the Environmental Protection Act, 1986
  • Imposition of criminal charges or prosecution for repeated violations
  • Cancellation of authorization granted to recyclers, refurbishers, dismantlers, etc.
  • Any other legal consequences
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FAQs on Filing of Annual Return for E-waste

Have a look at the answers to the most asked questions.

Filing of annual return for e-waste is a legal and regulatory process that enables the filing of reports related to the collection, storage, generation, transportation, recycling, or disposal of e-waste and their activities.

The businesses seeking to file EPR annual returns must use the official portal of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

The last date for annual filing of e-waste is August 31st of every financial year.

The process to file an annual return for e-waste is as discussed below:
  • Step 1: Maintain Records of e-Waste
  • Step 2: Document Preparation
  • Step 3: Filing of Annual Returns
  • Step 4: Verification of Annual Returns
  • Step 5: Compliance Monitoring

The rules regulating e-waste management in India are e-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016/ 2022.

Form 6 of e-waste is an e-waste manifestation filed to keep track record of the international movement of hazardous electronic wastes.

The annual amount of e-waste generated in India is around 62 million tons (MT).

The companies required to file annual return of e-waste are as discussed below:
  • Companies engaged in the manufacturing of e-waste
  • Recyclers processing e-waste
  • Entities producing or offering e-waste for sale
  • Dismantlers breaking down e-waste
  • Bulk consumer entities consuming large amounts of e-waste
  • Entities involved in refurbishing e-waste

Form 3 is used for filing annual return of e-waste produced, manufactured, refurbished, recycled, or dismantled.

As of June 2024, Uttar Pradesh (UP) has the maximum number of registered e-waste recycling and dismantling centres in India.

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Written by Aarya Pokharel. Last updated on Nov 11 2025, 09:48 PM

Aarya Pokharel brings 3 years of solid experience in legal research and compliance. Her expertise spans tax filing, secretarial compliances, and advisory services, with a strong focus on delivering precise legal research and strategic advisory support.

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