How to become road contractor?

As someone who's been in road construction for 15 years, here's my practical advice: Start as a subcontractor under an established contractor. This lets you learn the ropes without massive capital investment. You'll need: Basic equipment - At least one roller, paver, and trucks Skilled labor - Masons, machine operators, supervisors Financial backing - Most government tenders require earnest money deposit (EMD)The key certifications are CRISIL registration and NHAI pre-qualification. Also, network at construction industry events - much of this business runs on relationships. The Indian Roads Congress website* (https://irc.org.in) has resources for aspiring contractors, including tender notices and technical specifications.

Becoming a road contractor involves several steps:1. Educational qualifications - Civil engineering diploma/degree is preferred2. Gain experience - Work with established contractors for 2-3 years3. Register your business - As proprietorship, partnership, or private limited company4. Obtain licenses: * GST registration * MSME/Udyog Aadhaar registration * Class/Category license from concerned state PWD5. Start with small projects - Municipal corporation tenders, private projects6. Build equipment inventory - Or rent initially to manage costsYou'll also need to register with various government departments (PWD, NHAI, etc.) as an approved contractor. Start by bidding for small maintenance contracts to build your track record.