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National Highway crossing permission — documents, timeline & process
R3 · Route & construction authorizations · ~75 days (indicative)
Permission to cross a National Highway with your line — applied end-to-end online on Rajmarg Pravesh 2.0, with a built-in 30-day public objection window.
Application on Rajmarg Pravesh portal (2.0, Feb-2026) → 30-day public objection posting → technical scrutiny → license agreement + permission.
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Statutory basis & authority
| Statutory basis | Control of National Highways (Land & Traffic) Act 2002; NH Act 1956; IRC:32-1969 clearances |
|---|---|
| Authority | Highway Administration — NHAI PIU/RO (NHAI stretches); MoRTH RO/state PWD-NH for others |
| Department | NHAI / MoRTH (Rajmarg Pravesh) |
| Indicative timeline | ~75 days (verify with the authority) |
| Fees | Application + license fee/restoration deposit, region-varying ⚑ |
Documents required
- Crossing GAD (chainage, span, towers outside RoW, clearance heights, guarding)
- Utility details
- Indemnity bond + license agreement
- Performance BG + method statement
When is this required?
- National Highway crossing: Route crosses a National Highway
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Solarian expert note
Public objections, tower-in-RoW disputes and BOT/HAM concessionaire consent are the usual snags.
Frequently asked questions
What is National Highway crossing permission?
Permission to cross a National Highway with your line — applied end-to-end online on Rajmarg Pravesh 2.0, with a built-in 30-day public objection window.
How long does National Highway crossing permission take?
Around 75 days as an indicative planning figure. Actual timelines vary by authority workload and application quality — verify with the concerned authority.
Which authority grants National Highway crossing permission?
Highway Administration — NHAI PIU/RO (NHAI stretches); MoRTH RO/state PWD-NH for others. Department: NHAI / MoRTH (Rajmarg Pravesh).
What documents are required for National Highway crossing permission?
Crossing GAD (chainage, span, towers outside RoW, clearance heights, guarding); Utility details; Indemnity bond + license agreement; Performance BG + method statement.
When is National Highway crossing permission required?
Route crosses a National Highway.
Related approvals in this phase
- Section 164 authorization (telegraph-authority powers)
- PTCC clearance (power–telecom coordination)
- Right of Way (RoW) compensation process
- State Highway / road crossing permission
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Indicative guidance from the RegNav knowledge base, expert-verified by Solarian. Not legal advice — always verify with the concerned authority.