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Factory Construction Cost in India: PEB vs RCC Breakdown
Quick Answer
Factory construction using PEB typically costs 25-40% less than RCC for the same usable area and completes considerably faster — as an illustrative example, a 10,000 sq ft factory shed might run roughly ₹1.2-1.8 crores in PEB versus ₹2.3-3.1 crores in RCC, though actual figures vary by specification and site.
Where the Savings Come From
- Foundation — PEB's lighter structure needs 30-40% less foundation material
- Superstructure — factory-optimized steel sections use less material than uniform concrete framing for the same load
- Labour and time — factory fabrication reduces on-site labour hours and total project duration
- Financing cost — a faster timeline means less interest accrued during construction
Costs Often Missed in Quick Estimates
Flooring, MEP (electrical, plumbing, fire safety), statutory approvals and site development (compound wall, internal roads, drainage) are frequently excluded from headline per-sq-ft construction figures but can add 20-30% to total project cost — always confirm what's included before comparing numbers.