BOQ calculator (bill of quantities)
A BOQ (bill of quantities) lists every work item with its unit, quantity and rate; amount = quantity × rate. The BOQ total plus GST is the contract value, and it becomes the base for RA bills, variation orders and project budgets.
| Description | Unit | Qty | Rate (₹) | Amount | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹1,28,250.00 | |||||
| ₹2,35,600.00 | |||||
| ₹16,48,500.00 | |||||
| ₹19,11,000.00 | |||||
| ₹11,04,000.00 |
| Sub-total | ₹50,27,350.00 |
|---|---|
| GST amount | ₹9,04,923.00 |
| Grand total | ₹59,32,273.00 |
How to prepare a BOQ
- Break the work into measurable items following your contract's schedule (CPWD DSR, state SOR or client format).
- Take quantities from drawings with clear units — cum, sqm, rmt, kg, nos.
- Apply rates from rate analysis: material + labour + equipment + overhead + profit.
- Keep every revision; variations are priced against the original BOQ rates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between BOQ and estimate?
An estimate is the contractor's internal costing; the BOQ is the priced list of quantities that forms part of the contract and is used for billing.
Can I download the BOQ?
Yes — use "Download CSV" and open it in Excel, or grab the formatted BOQ Excel template.
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