How to Get Consent from the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board – Process & Documents

What Are CTE and CTO Certificates?

CTE (Consent to Establish): Before the building or installation of any industrial unit or project, this is the first environmental permit needed.

CTO (Consent to Operate): Before starting activities, the unit has to get this certificate when the infrastructure is configured. A CTO pollution certificate, as it is often known, certifies that the unit conforms to pollution control regulations. 

Both certifications, which are required for projects classified as Red, Orange, or Green based on their risk for pollution, are granted by the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board.

Documents Required for CTE and CTO Certificate in Rajasthan

Although the criteria for documents may differ depending on the category (Red, Orange, or Green), the overall list consists of:

For CTE (Consent to Establish):

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• Duly filled application form
• Land ownership/lease documents
• Detailed project report
• Manufacturing process with a flow diagram
• Layout plan of the site
• Water and air pollution control measures
• Consent fee (based on capital investment)
• Authorization from local authorities (if applicable)

For CTO (Consent to Operate):

• Copy of a valid CTE certificate
• Water and air pollution monitoring reports
• Effluent treatment plant (ETP) and air pollution control
• Water and air pollution monitoring reports
• Effluent treatment plant (ETP) and air pollution control, and equipment details
• Hazardous waste disposal plan (if applicable)
• Compliance report as per CTE conditions
  
• Industry registration certificate (MSME/Udyam, etc.)
  CTO application fee
  

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rajasthan CTE and CTO Certificate Applications

Step 1: Categorization of Industry

• Classify your unit into Rthe ed, Orange, Green, or White category based on the pollution index.
• Only Red, Orange, and Green category units require CTE/CTO from RSPCB.

Step 2: Register on the RSPCB Online Portal

• Visit the official RSPCB consent portal: https://environment.rajasthan.gov.in

• Register your business and log in to the application dashboard.

Step 3: Submit Online Application

• Fill out the online application for CTE or CTO.

• Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents.

• Pay the applicable consent fee.

·    Step 4: Scrutiny & Site Inspection

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• RSPCB officers may conduct a physical inspection of your unit.

• They will verify pollution control measures and compliance with CTE conditions (for CTO).

Step 5: Certificate Issuance

• If all norms are satisfied, the CTE or CTO certificate is issued online.

• You can download the CTO pollution certificate directly from the portal.

Validity of CTE and CTO in Rajasthan

• CTE: Typically valid for 1–3 years, extendable on request

• CTO: Validity depends on industry category:

  • Red category: 5 years

  • Orange category: 10 years

  • Green category: 15 years

Renewal should be applied for at least 90 days before expiration.

Final Thought

Getting your CTE and CTO certifications from the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board demonstrates a commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices, not merely a legal requirement. Although the procedure has been made simpler by the online system, attention must be taken with paperwork, environmental standards, and inspections.

Seeking professional help for paperwork, classification, and regulatory compliance is advised to prevent delays, fines, or denial of your CTO pollution certificate.