India generates over 62 million tonnes of waste every year. Less than 20% of it is properly recycled. The rest ends up in landfills, drains, rivers, and streets.
RecyclingInIndia.com was created with one mission: to make recycling information in India easy to find, understand, and act on — for every citizen, every business, and every community.
Whether you want to sell your scrap, find a kabadiwala near you, understand e-waste disposal laws, or learn what plastic can actually be recycled — this is your one-stop resource.
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Why We Built This Website
Most recycling information in India is either locked inside government PDFs, scattered across WhatsApp groups, or simply doesn’t exist online in Hindi or simple English.
We saw three problems that nobody was solving:
Problem 1 — People Don’t Know Where to Recycle.
Ask anyone in Delhi, Mumbai, or Hisar: “Where do I recycle my old phone?” Most don’t know. The information exists — it’s just never been made easy to find.
Problem 2 — Scrap Prices Are a Mystery
Kabadiwala rates for iron, copper, paper, and plastic change weekly. Without knowing the going rate, people sell for less than they should — or don’t sell at all.
Problem 3 — Recycling Laws Are Confusing
India has strong recycling and waste management laws — EPR regulations, plastic waste rules, e-waste management guidelines. But they are written in legal language that most people cannot use.
RecyclingInIndia.com solves all three.
What You Will Find on This Website
Scrap Price Updates
We publish weekly scrap rates for iron, copper, aluminium, paper, and e-waste across major Indian cities. Know your worth before you sell.
City-Wise Recycling Directory
Find verified scrap dealers, e-waste collection centres, kabadiwala services, and recycling companies — sorted by city. Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, and growing.
Recycling Guides by Material
Step-by-step guides for recycling plastic, paper, metal, glass, e-waste, and batteries in India. What can be recycled, how, and where.
Laws and Policies Explained Simply
India’s EPR rules, Plastic Waste Management Rules 2022, E-Waste Management Rules, and Swachh Bharat guidelines — explained in plain language.
State and City-Specific Information
Recycling rules, services, and resources differ by state and city. We cover them separately so the information is actually useful to you.
Our Values
Accuracy — Every price, law, and directory listing we publish is verified before it goes live.
Simplicity — If it can’t be explained simply, it doesn’t belong on this site.
Local First — Recycling in India is a local problem. Our solutions are local too.
Zero Agenda — We don’t sell products. We don’t promote specific companies. We inform.
Who Is This Website For?
This website is for you if:
— You want to sell old scrap and get the best price
— You run a business that generates recyclable waste
— You’re a student researching India’s waste problem
— You’re an NGO or community group working on cleanliness
— You’re a journalist covering the environment and waste
— You simply want to do the right thing with your garbage
Get In Touch
Have a listing to suggest? A scrap price update? A recycling company you want featured?
We read every message. Use our Contact page to reach us.
Frequently Asked Questions About RecyclingInIndia.com
Is this website free to use?
Yes. All information on RecyclingInIndia.com is completely free. We are funded by advertising and do not charge for any content or directory listings.
How often are scrap prices updated?
Scrap prices are updated every Monday. For real-time local rates, we recommend also checking with your nearest kabadiwala or scrap dealer directly.
Can I list my recycling business on your directory?
Yes. We offer free basic listings and featured listings for verified recycling businesses, scrap dealers, and e-waste companies. Visit our Contact page to submit your details.
Is the information on this site accurate?
We make every effort to ensure accuracy. However, scrap rates, laws, and business listings change frequently. Always verify critical information directly with the relevant business or government body before acting on it.