An e-waste collector gathers old electronics such as phones, computers and appliances and sends them to authorised recyclers so toxic parts are handled safely and metals are recovered.
India's e-waste rules (Producer Responsibility) are creating formal collection and recycling jobs.
Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.
| # | State | Main hubs | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karnataka Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru |
Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru | High demand |
| 2 | Maharashtra Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur |
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur | High demand |
| 3 | Delhi NCR Delhi, Gurugram, Noida |
Delhi, Gurugram, Noida | High demand |
Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.
Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)
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