Preface
Authority: Chief Engineer (Buildings), PWD, Chennai
Applicability: All Government Buildings, Educational Institutions, Hospitals, and Offices in TN
The Tamil Nadu PWD Building Practice Standard Data Book is the authoritative technical manual used by engineers, architects, contractors, and site staff for designing and executing government building works in Tamil Nadu. It consolidates standards, specifications, workmanship practices, material requirements, testing procedures, drawings, and rate guidance to ensure safety, durability, and uniformity across public works. The Tamil Nadu PWD Building Practice Standard Data
The Data Book standardizes earthwork classification into three types: and rate guidance to ensure safety