India E-Waste Management Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Category (IT and Telecom Devices, Consumer Electrical and Electronics, Solar Panels, Large and Small Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Electric and Electronic Tools, Toys and Sports Gear, Medical Devices, and Laboratory Instruments), By Material (Glass, Metal, Plastic, and Others), By Application (Trashed and Recycled), and India E-Waste Management Market, Insight, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

India E-Waste Management Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• India E-Waste Management Market Size 2024: USD 2.72 Million
• India E-Waste Management Market Size 2035: USD 9.62 Million
• India E-Waste Management Market CAGR: 12.17%
• India E-Waste Management Market Segments: Category, Material, and Application

The e-waste management market refers to the global industry focused on the collection, recycling, refurbishing, and safe disposal of discarded electronic products such as computers, smartphones, televisions, and industrial electronics. It encompasses the processes, technologies, and services that handle end-of-life electronic devices to recover valuable materials (like metals and plastics) and minimize environmental hazards caused by improper disposal. For instance, rare and precious metals such as gallium, gold, silver, palladium, indium, and platinum. These problems definitely support electronic device makers in searching for raw materials in recycled e-waste. This help country cut down on their greenhouse gas emissions, which clearly lowers the risks tied to global warming.

The Union Cabinet’s approval of a RS 1,500 crore incentive scheme for critical mineral recycling is significantly linked to the India e-waste management market. The scheme aims to promote the recovery of valuable minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper, and rare earth elements from e-waste and lithium-ion battery scrap, strengthening the commercial viability of recycling operations. The Government of India made a series of strategic efforts in taking scientific research, technology development, and collaborative frameworks towards increasing e-waste collection, recycling, and safe disposal. The initiative, through policy advocacy, stakeholder workshops, and technology transfer support, highlights the creation of eco-parks and circular economy models that improve material recovery and decrease environmental damage.

In India, Mumbai is identified as the highest e-waste generator among the ten largest metropolitan cities in India, with the list of cities in descending order of generation being Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Pune, Surat, and Nagpur. Collectively, these 65 cities account for more than 60% of the total e-waste generated in the country. Also, 10 states are responsible for 70% of the total e-waste generated. Presently, a significant amount of e-waste recycling is done at a non, formal level using simple and dangerous methods. A good legislative framework and the use of safe and affordable technological solutions could help in this matter.

Market Dynamics of the India E-Waste Management Market:

The India e-waste management system market is mainly driven by rapid urbanization and rising consumer electronics penetration, which results in a higher generation of electronic waste in both households and businesses. A strong regulatory framework, like the Central Pollution Control Board guidelines and the e-waste management rules that mandate Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), is a major factor that formally encourages collection and recycling. Besides that, the market expansion is also supported by the upsurge in investments in state, of, the, art recycling technologies, the proliferation of authorized recycling facilities, the rise in awareness of sustainable disposal methods, and government-sponsored schemes that work towards the promotion of circular economy models.

The India e-waste management system market sees a constraint in the lack of sufficient formal recycling infrastructure. Also, there are large capital investments needed, inefficient collection systems, and the dominance of the informal sector that uses unsafe processing methods, also limiting the structured growth of the market.

the India e-waste management system market is increasing company ESG commitments, the surging usage of circular economy practices, the growth of producer take-back programs, and the rising recovery of high-value metals such as lithium and gold. Besides, technological advancements in automated dismantling and material extraction methods are enhancing the efficiency of the process. Also, collaborations between the public and private sectors, along with policymakers' support at the state level, are helping to strengthen the formal recycling network and, hence, are attracting both domestic and foreign investments.

Market Segmentation

The India e-waste management market share is classified into category, material, and application.

By Category:

The India e-waste management market is divided by category into IT and telecom devices, consumer electrical and electronics, solar panels, large and small electrical and electronic equipment, electric and electronic tools, toys and sports gear, medical devices, and laboratory instruments. Among these, the IT and telecom devices segment controlled the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The IT and telecom devices segment dominated due to the rapid expansion of smartphones, laptops, data centers, and networking infrastructure across India.

By Material:

The India e-waste management market is divided by material into glass, metal, plastic, and others. Among these, the metal segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The metal segment dominance is driven by increasing demand for critical minerals, rising raw material costs, and the government's focus on reducing import dependency have further accelerated metal extraction activities, driving both dominance and strong projected growth in this segment.

By Application:

The India e-waste management market is divided by application into trashed and recycled. Among these, the trashed segment accounted for the highest market share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. This growth is supported by the strong presence of the informal sector, inadequate formal recycling capacity, and inefficient collection systems across many regions in India.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the India e-waste management market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market. 

Top Key Companies in India E-Waste Management Market:

• Attero Recycling Pvt. Ltd.
• Cerebra Integrated Technologies Ltd.
• Eco Recycling Ltd.
• E-Parisaraa Pvt. Ltd.
• Exigo Recycling Pvt. Ltd.
• Karo Sambhav
• Recykal
• Rubamin Pvt. Ltd.
• Saahas Zero Waste
• Spas Recycling Pvt. Ltd.
• Others

Recent Developments in India E-Waste Management Market:

In December 2025, Attero Recycling Pvt Ltd announced a RS 150 crore investment to expand its e-waste and copper recycling capacity across India, including new facilities in Pune, Bengaluru, Faridabad, and a copper plant in Reengus, Rajasthan. This expansion will boost total recycling capacity to 244,000 tonnes per annum and create hundreds of jobs, while incorporating advanced automation and recovery technologies.

In September 2025, the Indian government approved a RS 1,500 crore incentive scheme to boost the recycling of critical minerals. The program aims to strengthen domestic supply chains, reduce import dependence, and support sustainable resource recovery, aligning with India’s push for self-reliance in clean energy and advanced manufacturing sectors.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the India, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the India e-waste management market based on the below-mentioned segments:

India E-Waste Management Market, By Category

• IT and Telecom Devices
• Consumer Electrical and Electronics
• Solar Panel
• Large and Small Electrical and Electronic Equipment
• Electric and Electronic Tools
• Toys and Sports Gear
•  Medical Devices
• Laboratory Instruments

India E-Waste Management Market, By Material

• Glass
• Metal
• Plastic
• Others

India E-Waste Management Market, By Application

• Trashed
• Recycled