Primary Authority
GSDA
Groundwater Surveys and Development Agency
- Aquifer mapping & monitoring
- NOC issuance for borewells
- Zone classification
- Artificial recharge programs
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Government of Maharashtra
Maharashtra Groundwater Management Platform
From Mumbai's industries to Vidarbha's agricultural zones - comprehensive groundwater governance
MWRRA Compliant
GSDA Integration
15-30 Day Processing
Groundwater Services in Maharashtra
Apply for NOC
GSDA permission for groundwater extraction
⏱️ 15-30 daysRenew Permit
Annual renewal process
⏱️ 7-15 daysTrack Application
Real-time status updates
⏱️ InstantScarcity Zone Check
Verify drought/scarcity status
⏱️ InstantTanker License
Water tanker registration
⏱️ 7 daysGrievance
Report illegal extraction
⏱️ 48-hour responseNOC Process in Maharashtra
1
GSDA Portal Registration
Create account using Aadhaar on Groundwater Surveys and Development Agency portal.
2
Zone Verification
Check if area is Safe, Semi-Critical, Critical, or Over-Exploited. Scarcity-declared areas have special restrictions.
3
Application Submission
Fill form with: Location, extraction purpose, volume, technical details.
4
Document Upload
7/12 extract, land ownership, site plan, project report (for industries).
5
Fee Payment & Inspection
Pay processing fee. Site inspection for critical zones and industrial applications.
6
e-NOC Issuance
Download digital certificate with conditions.
Maharashtra Groundwater Regulations
Regulatory Body
MWRRA
Maharashtra Water Resources Regulatory Authority
- Water tariff determination
- Bulk water allocation
- Dispute resolution
Maharashtra GW Act
State legislation for groundwater management
- Notified & non-notified areas
- Industrial restrictions
- Penalty provisions
Scarcity Rules
Special provisions during drought
- New borewell ban in scarcity talukas
- Tanker regulation
- Priority for drinking water
Official Resources
Maharashtra Groundwater FAQ
Is borewell permission required in Maharashtra?
Yes, in notified areas (Critical/Over-Exploited zones), NOC from GSDA is mandatory. Even in non-notified areas, registration is recommended.
What is the fee for borewell permission?
Fees vary by category:
- Domestic: Minimal/Free in many areas
- Agricultural: Reduced rates
- Industrial: Higher fees based on volume
- Commercial: Volume-based pricing
Can I dig borewell in scarcity-declared taluka?
No. During official drought/scarcity declaration, new borewells are prohibited in affected talukas. Only repair of existing borewells allowed with permission.
What is 7/12 extract and why is it needed?
7/12 extract is Maharashtra's land ownership record. It's required to prove you own the land where borewell will be dug. Obtain from Talathi office or mahabhumi.gov.in
How to register water tanker in Maharashtra?
Tanker registration is managed by local municipal corporations. For rural areas, contact Gram Panchayat or Taluka office. GPS tracking may be mandatory in urban areas.
Contact GSDA
GSDA Head Office
Groundwater Surveys & Development Agency
📍 GSDA Building, Shivaji Nagar
Pune, Maharashtra - 411005
📞 020-2553 XXXX
📧 contact@gsda.maharashtra.gov.in
Regional Offices
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