Plastic EPR registration fees in India for Producers, Importers and Brand Owners (PIBOs) are based on annual plastic packaging quantity. Commonly cited application-fee slabs are ₹10,000 below 1,000 tonnes per annum (TPA), ₹20,000 for 1,000–10,000 TPA and ₹50,000 above 10,000 TPA. The CPCB portal FAQ states that annual processing fees are 25% of application fees for PIBOs and Plastic Waste Processors. Renewal and EPR certificates are separate costs. Fee amounts can change, so confirm the current slab and payable amount on the CPCB Common EPR Portal before paying. For the wider compliance process, see our Plastic Waste EPR Registration guide.
PIBO application fee slabs
| Annual plastic packaging (TPA) | Application fee (as reported) |
|---|---|
| Less than 1,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 1,000 to 10,000 | ₹20,000 |
| More than 10,000 | ₹50,000 |
The slab is set by the quantity you declare, so accurate category-wise data matters for cost as well as compliance. Plastic Waste Processors pay fees on a separate capacity-based slab; check the portal for the current figures. Fees have been revised before, and the figures above come from widely circulated CPCB fee summaries rather than a notification we have reproduced here, so verify on the Common EPR Portal.
Annual processing fee and renewal
- Annual processing fee: CPCB's portal FAQ states this is 25% of the application fee for PIBOs and Plastic Waste Processors. Confirm the current amount and filing requirements on the CPCB Common EPR Portal. See our annual return filing guide.
- Renewal fee: reported as the same as the initial registration fee. Check the validity and renewal terms printed on your own registration certificate.
The real cost: EPR certificates and recycled content
The government fee is small compared with what you spend meeting targets. You discharge your obligation by purchasing EPR certificates from registered Plastic Waste Processors, and the price is set by the market per tonne. Budget separately for:
- Certificates, by category, for your annual target
- Recycled-content compliance and labelling under the 2026 amendment
- Barcode or QR code printing on packaging
- Data preparation, audits and annual return filing
Because certificates are tracked category-wise, packaging mix drives cost. Start with the documents and data you need and the registration process to avoid paying fees on an incorrect slab.
What non-compliance can cost
Missing targets attracts Environmental Compensation under CPCB's polluter-pays guidelines, and contraventions can draw penalties under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Rates and procedures have been revised recently, so confirm current figures in CPCB guidelines. Paying compensation is not a substitute for meeting the target.
Key takeaways
- The registration fee depends on declared tonnage slab.
- Expect an annual processing fee and a renewal fee equal to the registration fee.
- Certificates, not the government fee, are the main recurring cost.
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Request a compliance reviewFrequently asked questions
What are the fees for EPR registration under CPCB?
Commonly cited PIBO application-fee slabs are ₹10,000 below 1,000 TPA, ₹20,000 for 1,000–10,000 TPA and ₹50,000 above 10,000 TPA. CPCB states the annual processing fee is 25% of the application fee. Confirm current rates on the portal before paying.
What does PIBO mean in plastic EPR?
PIBO means Producer, Importer and Brand Owner. A business may have more than one of these roles under the plastic-packaging EPR framework.
What is the plastic EPR registration fee for a small business?
For entities under 1,000 TPA, the application fee is reported as ₹10,000. Confirm the live slab, and check whether micro or small enterprise provisions apply to you.
Is there a yearly fee?
CPCB's portal FAQ states that the annual processing fee is 25% of the application fee for PIBOs and Plastic Waste Processors. Confirm the current amount and filing requirements on the portal.
Are EPR certificates included in the registration fee?
No. Certificates are bought separately from registered processors at market prices.
Is the fee refundable if the application is rejected?
Some secondary sources report the fee is forfeited on rejection. Check the current CPCB SOP.
Sources
- CPCB Common EPR Portal
- CPCB EPR Portal FAQs, including annual processing fees (PDF)
- Central Pollution Control Board
- MoEFCC
Regulatory review: reviewed 29 October 2026. Fees are revised periodically; verify on the official portal before payment. Informational only, not legal advice.