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Wastewater Testing for Pollution Compliance

Proving your effluent meets discharge standards.
23 September 2026 by
Wastewater Testing for Pollution Compliance
Gaurav Kumar
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The short answer

Industries and large establishments must periodically test treated effluent and sewage against standards in their pollution consent, using laboratories recognised under the Environment (Protection) Act or NABL-accredited labs. Common parameters include pH, BOD, COD, TSS and oil and grease. Results support consent renewals and the annual environmental statement.

BasisSPCB consent conditions
LabsEPA-recognised or NABL
ParameterspH, BOD, COD, TSS

Common parameters

ParameterIndicates
BODBiodegradable organic load
CODTotal oxidisable load
TSSSuspended solids
pHAcidity

Frequency

As specified in consent: monthly, quarterly or continuous online monitoring for large units.

Reporting

  • Environmental statement annually
  • Online data to CPCB/SPCB where mandated

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When results fail

Upgrade treatment and retest promptly to avoid penalties.

Frequently asked questions

Who needs online monitoring?

Highly polluting industry categories as directed by CPCB.

Are housing societies tested?

STPs in large complexes often have testing conditions.

Which lab should I use?

A lab recognised for environmental testing.

What is an environmental statement?

An annual report of environmental performance submitted to the SPCB.

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