Borewell Rules, Regulations, Permission and guidelines in Karnataka

Apply In-Person:
Visit the Municipal Corporation/Village Panchayat office in your area. You can find the address and contact details on the respective websites:
1. Central Ground Water Board: [Contact Link]
2. Bangalore Water Supply and Sewage Board: [Link]
3. Municipal Corporation Head Office address: [Link]
4. Village Panchayat Address: [Link]
5. Fill out the application form with essential information and details. Make sure to sign the form where required.
2. Obtain the application form for the Registration of Tube Wells or Bore Wells from the relevant department at the office.
3. Attach all the documents listed in the “Required Documents” section of the application form.
4. Submit the completed application form and attached documents to the relevant authority at the office. Pay the required fees for the application process as directed by the officials. Collect the acknowledgement slip for the paid fee and keep it safe for future reference.
5. The application and attached documents will be sent for verification to check for any discrepancies.
6. Once all the processes are completed and the application is approved by the concerned officials, the registration process will proceed. This process may take up to 30 days.
7. When the registration document is ready to be collected, the office will contact you at the provided address. You can collect the document in person or through any applicable means.

Apply Online:
1. Visit the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) website: [Link]
2. On the homepage, click on “Online Application for NOC.”
3. Select “New User Registration” and complete the User Registration Form.
4. During the registration process, an OTP (One Time Password) will be sent to your mobile for verification. Enter the OTP to verify your mobile number.
5. Fill in the remaining information on the page and click “Proceed” to complete the registration.
6. Return to the homepage and click on “Applicant Login.” Enter your User Name and password, then click “Login.”
7. After logging in, click on “Apply” and choose one of the “New Application forms for Industrial/Infrastructure/Mining application” options.
8. Fill out all the sections of the form and click “Save as Draft” for each section.
9. Upload the required documents in their respective tabs. Note: Attach the scanned copy of the application with your signature and seal at “Application with Signature and Seal” in the attachment section after completing all information and before final submission.
10. Click on the “Submit” button on the “Final Submit” form. After successful submission, an application number will be generated.
11. The application will be automatically forwarded to the respective offices. There is no need to send a hard copy of the application.
12. To track the status of your application, use the “Track your Application” link on the homepage. Select “View” in the Status column for the relevant application number to check its status.

Required Documents:
● Completed application form.
● Verification report.
● Sketch map of the proposed area, signed by the Revenue Inspector.
● No objection certificate from neighboring residents (if necessary).
● Patta or sales deed of the land.
● Payment receipt.