Updated on October 11, 2025 01:41:25 PM
It is essential for the companies depending on the water supply from bore wells in the Maharashtra state to have a proper water boring license . This procedure requires very specific guidelines laid out by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) and the Maharashtra Groundwater Survey and Development Agency (GSDA). The procedure commences with an application that deserves all the essential information regarding the extraction of groundwater and certainly, the proposed amount of consumption along with the specific area of the boring. The necessary documentation consists of a hydrogeological report for essential data and water quality report and project report which has to include usage forecast and intentions in terms of conservation. Applicants have also to show that their operations are not likely to affect the table water or indeed violate any current groundwater laws. One of the stages is to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the GSDA, which emphasizes the necessity of implementing organizational policies that correspond to the governing water practices in the local context. Further, measures should be taken to promote the use of water conserving technologies as a way of promoting efficient water usage among business entities.
A water boring license is a permit from the government that allows a person to bore a well to reach sub-surface water. It controls and oversees the pumping of water from the wells and aims at sensitizing people not to pump water anyhow. The applicant will be required to give details on the following; The intended use of the borewell, inner depth of the borewell, the intended location of the borewell, volume of water expected from the borewell among others. Technical appraisals and the environmental site assessment are also needed. There can be conditions that add strings to compliance with environmental legislation and water say policies; depth of drilling, type of equipment, amount of extract. The license is important in water resource management and ensuring proper demand and supply, water quality, and groundwater conservation. It is very important to adhere to the stipulated licensing provisions on ways of using water and managing the environment.
A water boring license offers several benefits that promote sustainable water resource management and ensure the responsible use of groundwater. Here are some key benefits:
To obtain a Water Boring License in Maharashtra, you must follow a structured procedure that includes submitting an online application along with necessary documentation. Here’s a detailed overview of the process:
To obtain a water boring / groundwater extraction license in Maharashtra, the applicant must submit the following documents to the competent authority:
Note: Requirements may vary based on project type and location. We assist in preparing documents as per the latest authority guidelines.
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After the application is applied the No Objection Certificate is issued and will remain viable for a period of 2 years from the date of issue. Regarding the renewal of this No Objection Certificate the application has to be made 90 days before the expiry of the existing one.
According to the new guidelines of the Central Ground Water Authority, obtaining NOC is compulsory if the industry or any operation is using more than 10 cubic meters of well water. Besides this, the applicant has to also create an IoT-based Groundwater Monitoring System, in case of no completion of this criterion, the industry will have to pay a fine of ₹2 Lakhs.
Conclusion
It is a necessity to obtain a water boring license to carry out commercial water boring business in Maharashtra for those that have this as their source of water supply. This includes regulation guidelines formulated by the CGWA as well as the GSDA that operates in the Maharashtra region. Those who wish to engage in the commercial use of groundwater must follow certain procedures which are as follows; the preparation of an application together with hydrogeological report, water quality report as well as project proposal. Some of the procedures include getting NOC from the concerned authorities, deployment of an IoT-based groundwater monitoring system, and local water resource management regulations. It is issued and lasts for two years with the aspects of use of water and the protection of the environment under fine for violation.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
According to Maharashtra water boring permission rule the water boring in Maharashtra is governed by both the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) as well the Maharashtra Groundwater Survey and Development Agency (GSDA). These authorities set the standards and the practices for extraction of ground water and its usage.
A water boring license puts some legal control on the boring of the water source ensuring that the correct procedure is followed without causing harm or negative impact to the environment, it also promotes the quality of water that is extracted and upheld legal procedures. It also benefits controlling the use of resources and mitigating the problem of overdrafting the groundwater reserves.
A water boring license requires pre-registration on the website of CGWA, then a detailed application has to be written accompanied by necessary documents and then the application goes through a reviewing procedure. Upon acception you will be issued with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and you must put in place a groundwater monitoring program.
They include online application along with the consent from the State Pollution Control Board, site map, proposed water demand diagram, self attestation to availability of water, water quality reports, and rainwater harvesting /artificial recharge plan.
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