⛏️ Excavation Quantity Calculation: Complete Guide for Foundation Earthwork as per IS 1200

Foundation Excavation | Earthwork Estimation | Measurement Sheet | Deduction Norms

✓ IS 1200 (Part 1): 1992 | IS 3764 | CPWD Specifications

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📋 Excavation Measurement Sheet (C1 to C13) as per IS 1200

📐 Foundation Excavation Quantity Calculation

Up to 1.5 ft depth as per IS 1200 (Part 1): 1992

📜 IS Codes: IS 1200 (Part 1):1992, IS 3764:1992, IS 4081:1986, CPWD Specifications

Excavation Volume (cu.ft) = Number of Footings × Length × Breadth × Depth

📊 Excavation Measurement Sheet (13 Footings)

Footing ID	No.	Length (ft)	Breadth (ft)	Depth (ft)	Quantity (cu.ft)
C1, C10	2	5.75	5.5	1.5	94.875
C2,C4,C5,C7,C8,C9	6	6.0	5.5	1.5	297.0
C3, C11	2	5.75	5.5	1.5	94.875
C6	1	6.25	5.5	1.5	51.5625
C12	1	5.5	5.25	1.5	43.3125
C13	1	5.25	5.0	1.5	39.375
Total Excavation					621.0 cu.ft (17.60 m³)

✂️ Deduction Norms as per IS 1200

• Clause 2.4.1: NO deduction for volume occupied by concrete, sand filling, or reinforcement.
• Clause 2.1.2: NO deduction for shoring/timbering.
• Conclusion: Full 621 cu.ft is billable.

🧮 Interactive Excavation Calculator

Length (ft)

Breadth (ft)

Depth (ft)

Number of Footings

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cubic feet (cu.ft)

💰 Billing Format & Rate Analysis

CPWD DSR 2026 (Indicative Rates)

Final Excavation Billing Statement

Particulars	Amount (₹)
Excavation (17.60 m³ × ₹250)	4,400
Disposal (17.60 m³ × ₹80)	1,408
Subtotal	5,808
Contractor Profit @15% + Water@1%	929
GST @18%	1,213
GRAND TOTAL	₹ 7,950

💰 PCC, sand filling, and footing concrete billed separately.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is IS 1200 Part 1?

Indian Standard for measurement of earthwork (excavation, filling).

2. Are deductions applied for concrete in excavation?

No. IS 1200 Clause 2.4 states NO deduction for concrete, sand, or reinforcement.

3. How to get Excel BOQ sheet?

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4. How to convert cu.ft to cu.m?

Divide by 35.315 → 621 ÷ 35.315 = 17.60 m³.

5. What is working space allowance?

Minimum 0.3m (1 ft) extra on each side as per CPWD.

📊 Excavation Quantity Summary

Total Volume

621 cu.ft

17.60 m³

No. of Footings

13

C1 to C13

Depth

1.5 ft

0.457 m

Bill Amount

₹ 7,950

(Incl. GST)

✅ Deductions Applied: NIL (As per IS 1200)

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