Compliance & Consultancy
Environmental Clearance (EC)
From screening to the final clearance letter, we manage the Environmental Clearance process for industrial, construction and infrastructure projects.
Quick answer
Projects listed in the EIA Notification, 2006 — large construction projects, specified industries, mining and infrastructure — need prior Environmental Clearance (EC) from SEIAA Maharashtra (Category B) or MoEFCC (Category A). The process covers Form 1, Terms of Reference, EIA study, public hearing where required, appraisal and six-monthly compliance reports after approval.
Reviewed by the Aaradhya Enviro compliance team · 18 October 2026
Overview
Projects listed in the schedule of the EIA Notification, 2006, such as large construction and township projects, specified industries, mining and infrastructure, need prior Environmental Clearance (EC) before work starts. Category A projects are appraised at the central level (MoEFCC), and Category B projects at the state level (SEIAA Maharashtra).
The EC process involves several stages: screening, scoping and Terms of Reference, baseline studies, the EIA report, public consultation where applicable, and appraisal by the expert committee. We coordinate every stage, prepare the documents, work with accredited EIA consultants and laboratories where required, and answer committee queries until the clearance is granted. After EC, we prepare the mandatory six-monthly compliance reports.
Who needs this service
- Building and construction projects above the built-up area threshold in the EIA Notification
- New or expanding industries listed in the EIA schedule
- Industrial estates, townships and area development projects
- Projects that need an EC amendment, extension or transfer
What we cover
Applicability check
Whether EC is needed, and whether the project is Category A, B1 or B2.
Form 1 / Form 1A & PFR
Application forms, pre-feasibility report and conceptual plan.
Terms of Reference
ToR presentation and compliance of ToR points in the EIA study.
EIA & EMP coordination
Baseline monitoring, impact assessment and Environmental Management Plan.
Public hearing support
Coordination with MPCB and documentation for public consultation.
Post-EC compliance
Six-monthly compliance reports and EC amendments when the project changes.
Our process
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Step 1
Screening
We check applicability and category against the EIA Notification schedule.
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Step 2
Application
We prepare Form 1 and supporting reports and file on the PARIVESH portal.
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Step 3
Scoping / ToR
We present the project to the committee and obtain the Terms of Reference.
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Step 4
Studies & report
Baseline data, EIA / EMP report and, where needed, public hearing.
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Step 5
Appraisal
We present before SEAC / EAC and reply to all observations.
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Step 6
Clearance & compliance
EC letter issued; we set up the compliance and reporting schedule.
What you receive
- Applicability and category note
- Form 1 / 1A, PFR and conceptual plan
- Coordinated EIA / EMP report
- Committee presentations and query replies
- Six-monthly EC compliance reports
Applicable regulations
- Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
- EIA Notification, 2006 and amendments
- Applicable CRZ, forest and wildlife clearances (where relevant)
Regulations are amended from time to time; we always work to the version currently in force and the conditions in your own consent.
FAQ
Environmental Clearance (EC): frequently asked questions
Does my building project need Environmental Clearance?
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