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State Highway / road crossing permission — documents, timeline & process
R3 · Route & construction authorizations · ~45 days (indicative)
The same concept for State Highways and district roads — state-specific, mostly offline to the PWD Executive Engineer with IRC:32 drawings.
Application to the concerned PWD division with crossing drawings; restoration charges apply.
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Statutory basis & authority
| Statutory basis | State highways acts; IRC:32-1969 clearance standards |
|---|---|
| Authority | State PWD (Executive/Superintending Engineer); some states via single-window portals |
| Department | State PWD |
| Indicative timeline | ~45 days (verify with the authority) |
| Fees | State schedule / restoration charges ⚑ high inter-state variance |
Documents required
- Crossing GAD with clearances
- Location plan
- Restoration charges payment
When is this required?
- State Highway crossing: Route crosses a State Highway
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Frequently asked questions
What is State Highway / road crossing permission?
The same concept for State Highways and district roads — state-specific, mostly offline to the PWD Executive Engineer with IRC:32 drawings.
How long does State Highway / road crossing permission take?
Around 45 days as an indicative planning figure. Actual timelines vary by authority workload and application quality — verify with the concerned authority.
Which authority grants State Highway / road crossing permission?
State PWD (Executive/Superintending Engineer); some states via single-window portals. Department: State PWD.
What documents are required for State Highway / road crossing permission?
Crossing GAD with clearances; Location plan; Restoration charges payment.
When is State Highway / road crossing permission required?
Route crosses a State Highway.
Related approvals in this phase
- Section 164 authorization (telegraph-authority powers)
- PTCC clearance (power–telecom coordination)
- Right of Way (RoW) compensation process
- National Highway crossing permission
See also: all approvals · glossary of terms · state roadmaps
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Indicative guidance from the RegNav knowledge base, expert-verified by Solarian. Not legal advice — always verify with the concerned authority.