Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board Advisory

The Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) is a statutory organization formed in 2001 under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. Its primary objective is to prevent, control, monitor, and reduce pollution across the state of Jharkhand and ensure environmental protection through proper regulatory measures. JSPCB implements central and state pollution control laws, monitors environmental quality, enforces pollution norms, and issues consents to industries for establishment and operation under the applicable environmental acts.Developing and revising standards for air and water quality industrial emissions noise levels and waste management.

The Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) functions primarily to implement the provisions of various environmental protection Acts and rules in the state, including the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981. Its specific functions include:
•    Developing and revising pollution control standards for air quality industrial emissions noise pollution
•    Monitor the quality of air, water, and soil across the state.
•    Take measures to prevent, control, and reduce environmental pollution.
•    Consent to Establish (CTE): Granting permission to industries and activities before the actual commencement of works.
•    Consent to Operate (CTO): Granting permission for industries to start or continue production, subject to compliance with prescribed standards.
 

A Consent issued by the Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) refers to the official approval or sanction granted by the Board for the discharge of effluents (such as sewage or trade effluents) into streams, wells, sewers, or on land, or for the emission of air pollutants into the atmosphere. There are two primary types of Consents:

1. Consent to Establish (CTE)

•    Purpose: To ensure that the proposed location, layout, machinery, and design for pollution control (like Effluent Treatment Plants or Air Pollution Control Devices) are in accordance with the environmental regulations.
•    Validity: It is typically valid for a fixed period (often 5 years) to allow the unit to complete construction and commissioning.

2. Consent to Operate (CTO)

•    Purpose: To certify that the unit has successfully installed and commissioned the required pollution control systems (as approved in the CTE) and that the discharge of effluents and air emissions meet the stipulated environmental quality standards.
•    Validity: The validity period varies based on the industry's pollution potential (categorized as Red, Orange, or Green), typically ranging from 5 to 15 years. It must be renewed periodically.
 

Yes, you can apply for approvals required for multiple units using a single ID. This streamlined process enables efficient management and acquisition of necessary approvals for multiple units

Jharkhand Pollution Control Registration, the process generally involves the following steps:
•    Unit name
•    Applicant details
•    Mobile & email verification

Fill Application for Consent to Establish (CTE)

•    Application Type: Consent to Establish
•    Industry Category
•    Project Location
•    Manufacturing details (products, capacity)
•    Water consumption & wastewater details
•    Air emissions (DG sets, boilers, furnaces)

Typical documents include:

•    Aadhar / PAN of proprietor
•    Land documents / rent agreement
•    Project report
•    Layout plan
•    Flow diagram of manufacturing process
•    Air pollution control equipment details
•    Authorization letters
•    CA-certified project cost

Fees depend on:

•    Industry category
•    Capital investment
•    Type of activity

Apply for Consent to Operate (CTO)

1.    Fill CTO application
2.    Upload compliance documents
3.    Pay fees
 

JSPCB OCCMS stands for Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board's Online Consent Management and Monitoring System. CMC refers to Consent Monitoring Cell within the JSPCB, which is responsible for monitoring the compliance of industries and entities that have obtained consents through the OCCMS. 
Online Application: It is the platform where industries apply for the mandatory Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO), as well as various waste management authorizations (e.g., Hazardous Waste, Bio-Medical Waste, E-Waste).
•    Payment: All statutory fees are calculated and paid online through this system.
•    Monitoring: It helps the JSPCB monitor the application status, fees, compliance deadlines, and the performance of pollution control measures for all registered industries.
The CMC is often associated with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), it plays a critical role in directing and monitoring the compliance of State Pollution Control Boards like the JSPCB.
•    Origin: The CMC was constituted by the Central Government, often in compliance with directions from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) or the Supreme Court, to oversee specific national environmental programs.
•    Oversight: It serves as a high-level oversight body that reviews the reports submitted by the State Boards (like JSPCB) and issues directives to ensure they achieve compliance targets for national environmental mandates.
 

This requirement stems from the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.
In practical terms, the Consent requirement applies to the following categories:

1. All Polluting Industries (Red, Orange, and Green Categories)

•    Red Category: Industries with a high pollution potential (e.g., thermal power plants, integrated steel plants, mining, large-scale chemical manufacturing). They require Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO) with strict monitoring.
•    Orange Category: Industries with moderate pollution potential (e.g., food processing, sawmills, medium-scale engineering units). They require CTE and CTO.
•    Green Category: Industries with relatively low pollution potential (e.g., small-scale printing, flour mills, educational institutions). They require CTE and CTO, though the compliance requirements and fee structure are simpler than for Red/Orange categories.

2. Waste Management Operators (Requires Authorization, not just Consent)

•    Bio-Medical Waste (BMW) Handlers (e.g., hospitals, labs).
•    E-Waste (Electronic Waste) Producers/Recyclers.
•    Plastic Waste Processors/Recyclers.
 

The Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) requires specific documents for Consent to Establish (CTE) or Consent to Operate (CTO) applications submitted via the Online Consent Management & Monitoring System (OCCMS).
Common Documents (Required for Both CTE & CTO) 
•    Aadhar of applicant
•    PAN of individual/company/firm
•    Partnership deed Udyam/MSME Registration (if available)
•    Sale deed / lease deed
•    Rent agreement
•    Site location map, survey map, and land use map/layout plan.
•    Manufacturing process
•    Project Report detailing the proposed activities.
•    CA-Certified Project Cost