CGWA NOC
CGWA NOC (Groundwater Extraction Permission)
NOC (No Objection Certificate) from Central Ground Water Authority is a mandatory approval from ground water Department for industries, infrastructure projects, commercial establishments, and institutions that extract or use groundwater in India.
This NOC is issued under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 to regulate groundwater usage, ensure sustainability, and prevent over-extraction. Any business or project using borewells, tube wells, or groundwater for operations must obtain this approval before commencing activities.
Why Do You Need Borewell CGWA NOC?
Over-extraction of groundwater can cause depletion, contamination, and ecological imbalance. Obtaining a Borewell NOC ensures that your project:
- Complies with groundwater extraction regulations in India
- Avoids legal penalties, operational delays, or closure orders
- Ensures sustainable and responsible use of natural resources
- Gains approvals required for industrial and infrastructure projects
Who Needs NOC from the Central Ground Water Authority?
As per CGWA guidelines, the following entities must obtain groundwater extraction permission:
- Industries using groundwater for manufacturing or processing
- Infrastructure projects such as townships, SEZs, IT parks, group housing societies
- Commercial establishments like hotels, malls, hospitals, schools, colleges
- Mining projects and construction activities requiring water for operations
Application Timeline & Validity
- Processing Time: 2–3 months (varies by project and category)
- Validity: 1–3 years (renewal required after expiry)
Documents Required for CGWA ground water NOC
Applicants generally need to submit:
- Proof of land ownership / lease deed
- Detailed project report with water requirement calculations
- Hydrogeological report / groundwater availability assessment
- Rainwater harvesting and recharge plan
- Consent to Establish (CTE) / Consent to Operate (CTO) from SPCB
- Registration certificate of the company / institution
- Authorisation letter / Board Resolution
- Applicable statutory fees
How Simplicomp Assists You
At Simplicomp, we simplify the entire CGWA NOC approval process:
- Expert support in preparing hydrogeological reports & applications
- Liaison with CGWA and state groundwater authorities
- Timely follow-up to avoid project delays
- Advisory on water conservation & recharge structures
- Competitive pricing with professional, reliable service
Why Choose Simplicomp?
- ✅ Specialised expertise in CGWA approvals & environmental compliance
- ✅ Successful track record with industries and infrastructure projects across India
- ✅ End-to-end support from documentation to approval
- ✅ Dedicated team for faster, hassle-free NOC clearance
With Simplicomp’s assistance, your project can obtain CGWA NOC smoothly, stay compliant, and operate without regulatory risks.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions
It is an approval granted by the Central Ground Water Authority for extraction and use of groundwater in India.
Industries, commercial projects, institutions, housing societies, and infrastructure projects that extract or use groundwater.
Usually 2–3 months, depending on project details and document completeness.
Generally 1–3 years, after which it must be renewed.
It is a violation of environmental laws and can result in penalties, closure, or legal action.
Yes. Applicants must provide a rainwater harvesting and recharge plan as part of the application.
We provide end-to-end assistance—hydrogeological study, documentation, application filing, liaison with authorities, and compliance advisory—ensuring quick, hassle-free approvals.
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