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Bill of Quantities28 items · CPWD DSR Vol 1 + Vol 2 (2023)
| # | Code | Description | Unit | Qty | Rate (₹) | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.8.1 | Excavation Bridge SupportsEarth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator) / manual means in foundation trenches or drains (not exceeding 1.5 m in width or 10 sqm on plan), including dressing of sides and ramming of bottoms, for all lift, including getting out the excavated soil and disposal of surplus excavated soil as directed, within a lead of 50 m. — All kinds of soil. | Cum | 720.00 | 260.30 | 1,87,416.00 |
| 2 | 2.6.1 | Excavation ApproachesEarth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator)/ manual means over areas (exceeding 30 cm in depth, 1.5 m in width as well as 10 sqm on plan) including getting out and disposal of excavated earth lead upto 50 m and for all lift, as directed by Engineer-in-charge. — All kinds of soil | Cum | 6,720.00 | 177.50 | 11,92,800.00 |
| 3 | 4.1.8 | Pcc Pile CapsProviding and laying in position cement concrete of specified grade excluding the cost of centering and shuttering - All work up to plinth level : — 1:4:8 (1 Cement : 4 coarse sand (zone-III) derived from natural sources : 8 graded stone aggregate 40 mm nominal size derived from natural sources) | Cum | 6.40 | 6,812.00 | 43,596.80 |
| 4 | 5.2.2 | Rcc Bored Piles 1000Reinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources) | Cum | 552.92 | 10,852.95 | 60,00,813.11 |
| 5 | 5.22.6 | Pile ReinforcementSteel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more. | Kg | 49,762.83 | 107.85 | 53,66,921.22 |
| 6 | 5.3 | Rcc Pile Caps BlocksReinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources). | Cum | 259.20 | 11,505.50 | 29,82,225.60 |
| 7 | 5.22.6 | Pile Cap SteelSteel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more. | Kg | 31,104.00 | 107.85 | 33,54,566.40 |
| 8 | 5.2.2 | Rcc AbutmentsReinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources) | Cum | 244.80 | 10,852.95 | 26,56,802.16 |
| 9 | 5.2.2 | Rcc PiersReinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources) | Cum | 276.42 | 10,852.95 | 29,99,972.44 |
| 10 | 5.3 | Rcc Pier Cap Abutment CapReinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources). | Cum | 129.60 | 11,505.50 | 14,91,112.80 |
| 11 | 5.22.6 | Substructure SteelSteel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more. | Kg | 84,606.60 | 107.85 | 91,24,821.81 |
| 12 | 5.2.2 | Psc Girders M40Reinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources) | Cum | 275.00 | 10,852.95 | 29,84,561.25 |
| 13 | 5.22.6 | Psc Hts Strand 15.2mmSteel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more. | Kg | 33,000.00 | 107.85 | 35,59,050.00 |
| 14 | 5.3 | Rcc Deck Slab MonolithicReinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources). | Cum | 264.00 | 11,505.50 | 30,37,452.00 |
| 15 | 5.22.6 | Deck Slab SteelSteel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more. | Kg | 29,040.00 | 107.85 | 31,31,964.00 |
| 16 | 2.6.1 | Approach Embankment FillEarth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator)/ manual means over areas (exceeding 30 cm in depth, 1.5 m in width as well as 10 sqm on plan) including getting out and disposal of excavated earth lead upto 50 m and for all lift, as directed by Engineer-in-charge. — All kinds of soil | Cum | 26,460.00 | 177.50 | 46,96,650.00 |
| 17 | 2.8.1 | Retaining Wall ExcavEarth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator) / manual means in foundation trenches or drains (not exceeding 1.5 m in width or 10 sqm on plan), including dressing of sides and ramming of bottoms, for all lift, including getting out the excavated soil and disposal of surplus excavated soil as directed, within a lead of 50 m. — All kinds of soil. | Cum | 1,400.00 | 260.30 | 3,64,420.00 |
| 18 | 5.3 | Rcc Retaining WallsReinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources). | Cum | 2,352.00 | 11,505.50 | 2,70,60,936.00 |
| 19 | 5.22.6 | Retaining Wall SteelSteel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more. | Kg | 2,35,200.00 | 107.85 | 2,53,66,320.00 |
| 20 | 16.78.1 | Approach Gsb[item not found: 16.78.1] | — | 2,520.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
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| 21 | 16.54.1 | Approach Dbm[item not found: 16.54.1] | — | 840.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
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| 22 | 16.57.1 | Approach Bc WearingProviding and laying Bituminous concrete using crushed stone aggregates of specified grading, premixed with bituminous binder and filler, transporting the hot mix to work site by tippers, laying with paver finisher equiped with electronic sensor to the required grade, level and alignment and rolling with smooth wheeled, vibratory and tandem rollers to achieve the desired compaction and density as per specification, complete and as per directions of Engineer-in-Charge. — 40/50 mm compacted thickness with bitumen of grade VG-30 @ 5.5% (percentage by weight of total mix) and lime filler @ 3% (percentage by weight of Aggregate) prepared in Batch Type Hot Mix Plant of 100-120 TPH capacity. | Cum | 420.00 | 12,126.20 | 50,93,004.00 |
| 23 | 16.55.1 | Bridge Wearing CoatProviding and laying bituminous macadam using crushed stone aggregates of specified grading premixed with bituminous binder, transported to site by tippers, laid over a previously prepared surface with paver finisher equiped with electronic sensor to the required grade, level and alignment and rolling with smooth wheeled, vibratory and tandem rollers as per specifications to achieve the desired compaction and density, complete as per specificatons and directions of Engineer-in-Charge. — 50 to 100 mm average compacted thickness with bitumen of grade VG-30 @ 3.50% (percentage by weight of total mix) prepared in Batch Type Hot Mix Plant of 100-120 TPH capacity. | Cum | 90.00 | 8,505.65 | 7,65,508.50 |
| 24 | 10.1.1 | Pot Ptfe Bearings[item not found: 10.1.1] | — | 1,800.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
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| 25 | 10.1.1 | Modular Expansion Joints[item not found: 10.1.1] | — | 120.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
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| 26 | 5.3 | Rcc Crash BarrierReinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources). | Cum | 42.50 | 11,505.50 | 4,88,983.75 |
| 27 | 5.3 | Pedestrian Walkway RccReinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources). | Cum | 60.00 | 11,505.50 | 6,90,330.00 |
| 28 | 10.5 | Ms Railing[item not found: 10.5] | — | 3,200.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
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| Your inputsBridge superstructure length 100 m · Central span over tracks 40 m · Deck width 12.0 m · Approach embankment length each side 350 m · Approach embankment max height 7 m · RCC retaining walls along approach · Piles per pier 8 piles · Pile length each 22 m · Pedestrian walkway + railing along bridge | TOTAL | ₹11,26,40,228 | ||||
12.8.1₹1,87,416
Excavation Bridge Supports
Earth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator) / manual means in foundation trenches or drains (not exceeding 1.5 m in width or 10 sqm on plan), including dressing of sides and ramming of bottoms, for all lift, including getting out the excavated soil and disposal of surplus excavated soil as directed, within a lead of 50 m. — All kinds of soil.
22.6.1₹11,92,800
Excavation Approaches
Earth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator)/ manual means over areas (exceeding 30 cm in depth, 1.5 m in width as well as 10 sqm on plan) including getting out and disposal of excavated earth lead upto 50 m and for all lift, as directed by Engineer-in-charge. — All kinds of soil
34.1.8₹43,597
Pcc Pile Caps
Providing and laying in position cement concrete of specified grade excluding the cost of centering and shuttering - All work up to plinth level : — 1:4:8 (1 Cement : 4 coarse sand (zone-III) derived from natural sources : 8 graded stone aggregate 40 mm nominal size derived from natural sources)
45.2.2₹60,00,813
Rcc Bored Piles 1000
Reinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources)
55.22.6₹53,66,921
Pile Reinforcement
Steel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more.
65.3₹29,82,226
Rcc Pile Caps Blocks
Reinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources).
75.22.6₹33,54,566
Pile Cap Steel
Steel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more.
85.2.2₹26,56,802
Rcc Abutments
Reinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources)
95.2.2₹29,99,972
Rcc Piers
Reinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources)
105.3₹14,91,113
Rcc Pier Cap Abutment Cap
Reinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources).
115.22.6₹91,24,822
Substructure Steel
Steel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more.
125.2.2₹29,84,561
Psc Girders M40
Reinforced cement concrete work in walls (any thickness), including attached pilasters, buttresses, plinth and string courses, fillets, columns, pillars, piers, abutments, posts and struts etc. above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement : — 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources)
135.22.6₹35,59,050
Psc Hts Strand 15.2mm
Steel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more.
145.3₹30,37,452
Rcc Deck Slab Monolithic
Reinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources).
155.22.6₹31,31,964
Deck Slab Steel
Steel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more.
162.6.1₹46,96,650
Approach Embankment Fill
Earth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator)/ manual means over areas (exceeding 30 cm in depth, 1.5 m in width as well as 10 sqm on plan) including getting out and disposal of excavated earth lead upto 50 m and for all lift, as directed by Engineer-in-charge. — All kinds of soil
172.8.1₹3,64,420
Retaining Wall Excav
Earth work in excavation by mechanical means (Hydraulic excavator) / manual means in foundation trenches or drains (not exceeding 1.5 m in width or 10 sqm on plan), including dressing of sides and ramming of bottoms, for all lift, including getting out the excavated soil and disposal of surplus excavated soil as directed, within a lead of 50 m. — All kinds of soil.
185.3₹2,70,60,936
Rcc Retaining Walls
Reinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources).
195.22.6₹2,53,66,320
Retaining Wall Steel
Steel reinforcement for R.C.C. work including straightening, cutting, bending, placing in position and binding all complete upto plinth level. — Thermo-Mechanically Treated bars of grade Fe-500D or more.
2016.78.1₹0
Approach Gsb
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2116.54.1₹0
Approach Dbm
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2216.57.1₹50,93,004
Approach Bc Wearing
Providing and laying Bituminous concrete using crushed stone aggregates of specified grading, premixed with bituminous binder and filler, transporting the hot mix to work site by tippers, laying with paver finisher equiped with electronic sensor to the required grade, level and alignment and rolling with smooth wheeled, vibratory and tandem rollers to achieve the desired compaction and density as per specification, complete and as per directions of Engineer-in-Charge. — 40/50 mm compacted thickness with bitumen of grade VG-30 @ 5.5% (percentage by weight of total mix) and lime filler @ 3% (percentage by weight of Aggregate) prepared in Batch Type Hot Mix Plant of 100-120 TPH capacity.
2316.55.1₹7,65,509
Bridge Wearing Coat
Providing and laying bituminous macadam using crushed stone aggregates of specified grading premixed with bituminous binder, transported to site by tippers, laid over a previously prepared surface with paver finisher equiped with electronic sensor to the required grade, level and alignment and rolling with smooth wheeled, vibratory and tandem rollers as per specifications to achieve the desired compaction and density, complete as per specificatons and directions of Engineer-in-Charge. — 50 to 100 mm average compacted thickness with bitumen of grade VG-30 @ 3.50% (percentage by weight of total mix) prepared in Batch Type Hot Mix Plant of 100-120 TPH capacity.
2410.1.1₹0
Pot Ptfe Bearings
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2510.1.1₹0
Modular Expansion Joints
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265.3₹4,88,984
Rcc Crash Barrier
Reinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources).
275.3₹6,90,330
Pedestrian Walkway Rcc
Reinforced cement concrete work in beams, suspended floors, roofs having slope up to 15° landings, balconies, shelves, chajjas, lintels, bands, plain window sills, staircases and spiral stair cases above plinth level up to floor five level, excluding the cost of centering, shuttering, finishing and reinforcement with 1:1.5:3 (1 cement : 1.5 coarse sand(zone-III) derived from natural sources : 3 graded stone aggregate 20 mm nominal size derived from natural sources).
2810.5₹0
Ms Railing
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Bridge superstructure length 100 m · Central span over tracks 40 m · Deck width 12.0 m · Approach embankment length each side 350 m · Approach embankment max height 7 m · RCC retaining walls along approach · Piles per pier 8 piles · Pile length each 22 m · Pedestrian walkway + railing along bridge
Estimated total
₹11,26,40,228
Notes & assumptions
- **Road Over Bridge (ROB)** = bridge carrying a road OVER a railway track(s). Built to eliminate level-crossings (where road + railway cross at-grade), which are major accident sites + cause significant traffic delays. **Funded jointly** by Indian Railways + State PWD / MoRTH / NHAI under the Setu Bharatam programme (since 2016). 100s of ROBs under construction across India.
- **Configuration**: Multi-span PSC girder superstructure (typically 60-140 m bridge length) over the tracks, with LONG approach embankments (300-400 m each side typical) that raise the road from natural ground to bridge level. **Total length 700-1500 m** including approaches.
- **Railway clearance requirements per RDSO Schedule of Dimensions**: vertical clearance ≥ 6.55 m above rail level (non-electrified); ≥ 7.0 m above rail level (electrified, 25 kV OHE); horizontal clearance from track centre line ≥ 3.5 m to pier face. Central span sized to clear all tracks + OHE without intermediate pier.
- **Approach embankment**: 300-400 m each side at typical 1:2 slope, rising from natural ground to bridge level (7-8 m elevation difference). Volume can be 30-50,000 m³ per side — often the dominant cost item. **RCC retaining walls** along approaches reduce land + earth-fill requirement by 40-60 % but cost 3-4x; choice depends on land availability + soil + cost-benefit.
- **Pile foundation default**: 8 nos × 1000 mm dia × 22 m deep bored cast-in-situ piles per support. ROB pier loads are high (railway clearance forces tall piers + heavy superstructure) and most sites have soft urban fill / waterlogged subgrades — open footing rarely viable.
- **Cost target** for default 100 m bridge + 2 × 350 m approaches + 12 m wide deck + pile foundation + retaining walls: approximately **₹15-22 crore** per CPWD DSR 2023. NHAI / Railway awards: ₹18-28 Cr typical (covers civil + bearings + retaining wall + 3rd-party audit + traffic-block coordination + RDSO interface charges).
- **Construction time**: 18-30 months typical (long because of railway-traffic-block constraints + DRM coordination + 3rd-party design check by RDSO).
- **Excludes**: Railway-side land cost + R&R + utility shifting (OHE realignment, signalling cable relocation — typically ₹2-5 Cr per ROB); traffic-block compensation paid to Railways (₹1-3 Cr); 3rd-party load test + RDSO inspection charges (₹0.5-1 Cr); central median lighting + signage (₹1-2 Cr/km equivalent); pedestrian skywalk if separately added to ROB (use [Foot Over Bridge](/boq/foot-over-bridge) for that); utility crossings (water/sewer/electric on ROB deck — ₹50L-2 Cr); 4-lane / 6-lane upgrade approaches if existing approaches are 2-lane.
The **Road Over Bridge (ROB)** is the bridge that carries a road OVER a railway track — eliminating dangerous level crossings + chronic traffic delays. Per **IRC SP-89 (Guidelines for ROB/RUB) + RDSO Manual + Railway Schedule of Dimensions**, the construction is multi-span PSC girder superstructure (60-140 m) over tracks + 300-400 m approach embankments each side + RCC retaining walls + pile foundations. Vertical clearance ≥ 6.55 m above rail level (non-electrified) or ≥ 7.0 m (25 kV OHE). Total length including approaches 700-1500 m. Under the **Setu Bharatam programme (2016-)**, MoRTH + Indian Railways have funded 200+ ROBs across India for level-crossing elimination. Cost ~₹15-22 Cr civil per CPWD DSR 2023; NHAI/Railway awards ₹18-28 Cr typical. This BOQ Builder generates the complete per-ROB cost.
Setu Bharatam + Level Crossing Elimination Programme
**Setu Bharatam (launched 2016)** is the MoRTH + Indian Railways joint programme to eliminate ALL un-manned level crossings + replace high-traffic manned crossings with ROBs / RUBs by 2030. Targets: 5,500+ ROBs / RUBs to be built. Cost-sharing: 50-50 between Railways and MoRTH (or State PWD where road is state-owned). Total programme outlay: ~₹1,20,000 Cr. As of 2026, ~1,200 ROBs/RUBs are complete + ~800 are under construction. The standard MoRTH-Railway interface model has matured significantly since 2016 — earlier ROBs took 4-6 years; current standard delivery is 18-30 months.
ROB vs RUB — which to choose
**ROB (Road Over Bridge)** — road goes UP and OVER the railway. Standard choice when: (a) railway is at-grade or in embankment (most common); (b) sufficient land available for long approaches; (c) road grade allows climbing 6-8 m within reasonable approach length (300-400 m). Visible structure (good wayfinding + landmark). Higher upfront cost. **RUB (Road Under Bridge)** — road goes DOWN and UNDER the railway. Standard choice when: (a) railway is on existing embankment / elevated (no need to lift it further); (b) approaches are land-constrained; (c) road must stay close to existing grade for connectivity (mall / station entry). Cheaper to build IF railway is already elevated; expensive IF railway is at-grade (because the railway then needs to be lifted with massive temporary trestles during construction). Drainage challenges (low point under bridge needs pumping). Most urban + suburban Setu Bharatam projects choose ROB; rural NH crossings choose ROB; high-density urban (Mumbai, Kolkata) sometimes choose RUB to preserve city skyline.
Frequently asked questions
**CPWD DSR 2023 basis** for default 100 m bridge + 2 × 350 m approaches + 12 m wide deck + pile foundation + retaining walls: ₹15-22 Cr civil. **NHAI / Railway tender awards**: ₹18-28 Cr typical = covers civil + 3rd-party design audit + traffic-block coordination charges + retaining walls + utility shifting (partial). **Premium projects** (4-lane, wider approaches, urban land cost): ₹40-80 Cr. **Setu Bharatam unit cost benchmark**: ~₹15-25 Cr for standard 2-lane ROB; ₹35-50 Cr for 4-lane. Outliers: long-approach hill ROBs (Himalayan / NE) ₹60-100 Cr; major urban ROBs with utility relocation ₹50-150 Cr.
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