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3 Stocks to Watch as Centre Approves Critical Mineral Recycling Scheme
May 4, 2026
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In a step towards strengthening India's critical mineral security, the Ministry of Mines has completed the eligibility assessment under the Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Critical Mineral Recycling, with 58 companies approved as eligible for participation.
The scheme, with a total outlay of Rs 15 bn aims to develop domestic recycling capacity for critical minerals from lithium-ion batteries, e-waste, and industrial scrap-thereby reducing import dependence and supporting clean energy and advanced manufacturing sectors.
The latest PIB release does NOT disclose the names of the 58 companies. It only confirms that 58 entities have been approved under the scheme.
Here are stocks you can watch.
We do not know the names of the approved companies. We are just highlighting these companies based on their present operations. These are not stock recommendations.
#1 Eco Recycling
First on our list is the stock of Eco Recycling.
Eco Recycling is a leading e-waste management company, handling e-waste, including asset removal, inventory management, packing, reverse logistics, data destruction, asset recovery, and recycling.
The company ensures compliance with international standards by utilising technologies from the US, Europe, and Japan, as well as developing their own in-house solutions for precious metal recovery, data destruction, and lamp recycling.
Financial Highlights of Eco Recycling
| Rs m |
FY23 |
FY24 |
FY25 |
| Net Sales |
170.0 |
280.0 |
440.0 |
| Operating Profit |
77.0 |
237.0 |
334.0 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) |
34.9 |
65.0 |
53.2 |
| Profit After Tax |
62.0 |
182.0 |
234.0 |
Source: Equitymaster
On the financial front, Eco Recycling reported revenues of Rs 186 m for Q4 FY26, against Rs 98 m YoY. The company reported a net profit of Rs 71 m vs Rs 22 m YoY.
Moving ahead, the company late last year saw the expansion of the total recycling capacity to 31,200 MTPA with the commissioning of a new 6,000 MTPA lithium-ion battery recycling facility at Vasai.
The expansion was fully funded through internal accruals, reaffirming the company's commitment to a debt-free and self-sustaining growth path.
The company is gearing up to launch a mineral recovery facility specialising in processing PCBs, hard drives, and lithium-ion batteries. This initiative aims to extract valuable metals like cobalt, nickel, and manganese, supporting domestic industries by reducing reliance on imports and bolstering India's self-sufficiency in critical minerals.
Backed by expanding capacity, prudent financial strategies, and growing policy support, the management remains optimistic about sustaining its growth trajectory.
#2 Nupur Recyclers
Next on the list is Nupur Recyclers.
Nupur Recyclers is a leading importer, trader, and processor of ferrous & non-ferrous metal scraps, including shredded zinc, zinc die-cast scraps, zurik scrap, and aluminium scrap grades.
Financial Highlights of Nupur Recyclers
| Rs m |
FY23 |
FY24 |
FY25 |
| Net Sales |
1,868.0 |
2,401.0 |
1,583.0 |
| Operating Profit |
193.0 |
131.0 |
250.0 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) |
8.0 |
3.6 |
10.3 |
| Profit After Tax |
150.0 |
86.0 |
163.0 |
Source: Equitymaster
On the financial front, the company reported revenues of Rs 589 m for Q3 FY26 vs Rs 343 m YoY. The net profits of Nupur were placed at Rs 48 m vs Rs 35 m YoY.
Moving ahead, Nupur Recyclers is making significant strides in its growth journey, having recently acquired 4.5 acres of land in Sampla, Haryana, to establish of a new manufacturing facility.
This apart, Nupur Extrusion Private Limited, a subsidiary of Nupur Recyclers, is set to commence its new manufacturing facility in Haryana.
It will supply material to businesses in solar plant manufacturing and OEM operations, supporting their production requirements and strengthening its presence in these high-growth sectors.
#3 Gravita India
Gravita India is a global recycling company focused on building sustainable and efficient material recovery ecosystems.
Gravita India's core business spans lead battery recycling, aluminium alloy manufacturing, plastic recycling, and waste tyre recycling. Its product portfolio includes specialised lead alloys, red lead, lead oxide, aluminium alloys, plastic granules, recovered carbon black, and Tyre Pyrolysis Oil (TPO).
Financial Highlights of Gravita India
| Rs m |
FY23 |
FY24 |
FY25 |
| Net Sales |
28,006.0 |
31,608.0 |
38,688.0 |
| Operating Profit |
2,951.0 |
3,639.0 |
4,390.0 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) |
7.3 |
7.7 |
8.1 |
| Profit After Tax |
2,041.0 |
2,423.0 |
3,129.0 |
Source: Equitymaster
In early February 2026, Gravita India entered into a binding term sheet for the acquisition of up to 100% of the stake in the equity share capital of Rashtriya Metal Industries for a consideration up to Rs 5,650 m.
This company is one of India's oldest and most reputed manufacturers of copper & copper alloy products (strips and coils) with exports to UAE, US, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kenya, and Indonesia.
Further, pursuant to the above acquisition of shares, Rashtriya Metal Industries Limited will become a subsidiary of the company.
Gravita India has good growth prospects driven by its shift from a lead-focused business to a diversified multi-metal recycling platform. Expansion into aluminium, copper, plastic, and lithium-ion recycling, along with capacity additions, supports good growth.
Investors should evaluate the company's fundamentals, corporate governance, and valuations of the stock as key factors when conducting due diligence before making investment decisions.
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