To obtain pollution consent, determine your industry category, apply for Consent to Establish on the state consent portal with project details and fees before construction, undergo inspection, build the unit with pollution controls as per CTE conditions, then apply for Consent to Operate before starting production, and renew it before expiry.
Step 1: Category check
Use the Red, Orange, Green, White classification.
Step 2: CTE
- Apply online with site plan, process and pollution controls.
- Pay fee based on investment.
- Inspection and grant.
Step 3: Build as approved
Install ETP, APC equipment and waste handling as per conditions.
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Apply before commissioning; inspection verifies compliance.
Step 5: Renewal
Renew CTO before expiry and file environmental statements.
Frequently asked questions
Can CTE and CTO be combined?
Some states offer combined consent for certain categories.
Who signs the application?
The occupier or authorised person.
Is an environmental clearance different?
Yes. EC under EIA rules applies to specified large projects in addition to consent.
What if consent is refused?
Appeal to the appellate authority under the Acts.
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