EPR Vehicle Certification

For a customized and attractive quotation, please contact with your product details to Rekha Atri (+91 98118 03136) or Aditi Sharma (+91 78348 22004).  

Overview: 

The EPR – Vehicle Certification is a mandatory compliance requirement introduced under the Environment Protection (End-of-Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025, notified under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. The rules regulate the collection, dismantling, recycling and disposal of vehicles once they reach the end of their operational life. 

These regulations apply to all vehicles covered under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 including internal combustion engine vehicles, electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid vehicles and battery-operated vehicles. Importers of vehicles are categorized as producers and must fulfil Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations. 

The rules come into force from 01 April 2025 and mandate registration on a centralized online portal for compliance monitoring, reporting and fulfilment of recycling targets ELV RULES 2025. 

Benefits: 

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to ELV Rules, 2025 and environmental regulations. 

• Risk Mitigation: Prevents penalties, registration suspension and environmental compensation liabilities. 

• Environmental Sustainability: Promotes responsible recycling and disposal of vehicles and automotive materials. 

• Business Continuity: Enables uninterrupted vehicle import, sale and distribution in India. 

• Enhanced Brand Image: Demonstrates commitment to sustainability and responsible automotive trade. 

Documents Required: 

To obtain EPR-Vehicle certification under ELV Rules, importers must prepare and maintain the following documents: 

• Importer Exporter Code (IEC). 

• GST Registration Certificate. 

• PAN of the Importing Entity. 

• Vehicle Import Details: type, category, quantity and specifications. 

• Authorized Scrapping/Recycling Partner Details. 

• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Plan. 

• Annual Returns & Compliance Declarations (as applicable). 

Accurate and complete documentation is critical, as incorrect submissions may result in rejection or enforcement action. 

Fees and Timelines: 

• Effective Date: 01 April 2025. 

• Registration Timeline: As prescribed on the centralised ELV compliance portal. 

• Validity: Registration remains valid unless suspended or cancelled due to non-compliance. 

• Reporting Timelines: Annual returns to be filed by 30 June for the previous financial year and EPR targets to be declared by 30 April each year. 

• Fees: Government registration and compliance fees may be notified or revised from time to time ELV RULES 2025. 

• For a customised professional fee quotation, contact: 
  Rekha Atri: +91 98118 03136. 
  Aditi Sharma: +91 78348 22004.

Process to Apply: 

Importers can comply with EPR-Vehicle requirements by following these steps: 

• Identify Applicability: 
  Confirm whether imported vehicles fall under ELV Rules and EPR obligations. 

• Portal Registration: 
  Register as a producer/importer on the centralized ELV compliance portal. 

• EPR Declaration: 
  Submit EPR targets and details of authorized vehicle scrapping or recycling facilities. 

• Document Submission: 
  Upload importer, vehicle and compliance-related documents. 

• Approval & Compliance: 
  Obtain EPR-Vehicle registration and ensure ongoing compliance. 

• Annual Reporting: 
  File returns and fulfil recycling targets within prescribed timelines. 

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