EDC and IDC Charges in Gurugram: PLC and Cost Sheets Explained
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Open a Gurugram cost sheet and you will usually find three abbreviations that need explaining: EDC, IDC and PLC. They can add several lakh rupees to the price, and they work in very different ways. Two are linked to government-set development costs. One is a premium the builder decides.
This guide explains what each charge is, how a fair per-sq-ft share of EDC is worked out, which items you can negotiate, and how to check a cost sheet for overcharging. Rules and rates change, so verify the figures for your own project before you pay.
EDC, IDC and PLC at a glance
| Charge | What it is | Who sets it | Negotiable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDC (External Development Charges) | A state levy for roads, water, sewerage and drainage outside the project boundary | Haryana government (Town and Country Planning Department) | The government rate is not. How it is shown and passed on to you can be questioned. |
| IDC (often written as Infrastructure or Internal Development Charges) | Cost recovery for development work inside the colony; the exact meaning varies by cost sheet | Rules and approved service plans, plus the builder’s own wording | Rarely, but ask exactly what it covers |
| PLC (Preferential Location Charges) | A premium for a better position, such as a park view or corner unit | The builder | Often yes |
What EDC actually pays for
Officials describe EDC as money collected from developers to fund external infrastructure such as roads, water supply, sewerage, drainage and other civic facilities outside the colony area. The developer pays the state, then recovers a share from buyers through the price.
In Haryana, EDC is part of the licensing system. Under the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975, a licensed colonizer must pay a proportionate share of development charges for external works carried out by the government or a local authority. The Director decides the proportion and the time limit for payment.
Money also moves through the project bank account. A Haryana RERA regulation says licence agreements should carry a clause under which 10% of each allottee payment is automatically deducted and credited to the state’s EDC head. This continues until the EDC dues are cleared.
What IDC covers, and why the label confuses
The Haryana Act lists “internal development works”. They include metalling of roads, paving of footpaths, plantation in open spaces, street lighting, water supply, and sewers and drains. This is the broad idea behind IDC: the on-site infrastructure that makes a colony usable.
The label is not consistent across documents. Haryana RERA’s own directions use the phrase infrastructural development charges (IDC) next to EDC. The Act also defines a separate levy, State Infrastructure Development Charges, which covers the cost of development of major infrastructure projects.
So do not assume the IDC line on your cost sheet means one specific government charge. Ask the builder for the exact heading, the rate per sq ft and what the amount covers.
Where EDC stands in October 2026
- The policy: Haryana’s Cabinet approved a one-time 20% increase from 1 January 2025, then 10% every year.
- The 2026 revision: Rates were revised with effect from 1 January 2026, following the Council of Ministers’ decision of 28 December 2024.
- Gurugram figures: A news report on the revised order says Gurugram’s rate is ₹104.0963 lakh per gross acre for plotted residential colonies and ₹137.408 lakh per gross acre for group housing at 400 persons per acre.
- History: The earlier rates had last been revised in 2015.
Treat the Gurugram figures as a guide, because they come from a news report of the order, not the order itself. The rate that applies to a particular project depends on its licence and the terms attached to it. The annual 10% rise is meant to apply every 1 January, so confirm the current notification before relying on any number. Also be wary of blog posts quoting a neat “₹450–750 per sq ft” for EDC and IDC. These estimates are unverified, and the real figure depends on your project’s licence and approved area.
How a fair pro-rata share is worked out
The government charges EDC per gross acre of licensed land. Buyers pay per square foot. One explainer on this notes that builders convert the per-acre charge into a per-sq-ft figure to pass it on to customers. That conversion is where differences, and disputes, appear.
A fair share follows a simple logic:
- Total EDC payable = applicable rate per acre × licensed acres to which it applies.
- Divide by the total sanctioned area that will be sold or built under that licence.
- Multiply by your unit’s area, using the area basis stated in your agreement.
Worked example (illustrative numbers only)
Assume a 5-acre group housing licence with an EDC rate of ₹137.408 lakh per gross acre. Assume the sanctioned area is 3,80,000 sq ft. These are assumptions for demonstration, not any real project’s figures.
| Step | Calculation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Total EDC | ₹137.408 lakh × 5 acres | ₹6,87,04,000 |
| EDC per sq ft | ₹6,87,04,000 ÷ 3,80,000 sq ft | about ₹180.8 |
| Your share (1,500 sq ft unit) | ₹180.8 × 1,500 | about ₹2,71,200 |
| Same unit if builder uses 3,00,000 sq ft as the divisor | ₹6,87,04,000 ÷ 3,00,000 = about ₹229.0; × 1,500 | about ₹3,43,520 |
The government rate is identical in both rows. A smaller divisor pushes the same total onto fewer square feet and costs this buyer about ₹72,000 more. This is why you should ask which total EDC figure and which sanctioned area the builder used.
One caution: a rate increase can change the amount you owe. Many builder agreements say that revised government charges can be passed on to buyers. In a Haryana RERA complaint, the Authority noted that the buyer’s agreement let the promoter apply revised EDC/IDC with retrospective effect when imposed by the government or another authority. Read that clause before you sign. If it exists, ask for a written cap or formula.
Which charges are negotiable
| Item | Can you push back? | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| EDC rate set by the state | No | Verify it against the notified rate and the licence instead |
| EDC/IDC pass-through terms | Sometimes | Ask for a clause that fixes the amount, or one that only allows genuine government increases with proof |
| IDC line | Rarely | Ask for the heading, the basis and what it pays for |
| PLC | Often | Ask for a discount or waiver, or compare a unit without PLC |
| Floor-rise charge | Sometimes | Ask whether it overlaps with PLC. They are not necessarily the same thing. |
| Basic sale price (BSP) | Yes, in the right conditions | Negotiating here can save more than negotiating a single small line |
On PLC specifically, one explainer says RERA does not cap PLC and only regulates transparency. Another says PLC is decided by the builder, not the government, so there is room to talk. Your position is usually stronger in a slow market, late in a sales quarter, or when you can pay a larger amount upfront. These are general market observations, not guarantees.
Watch for a single combined “preferential unit charge”. If you see one, ask for a line-by-line breakup so you know what each premium is for. Whatever you agree, make sure it appears in writing in the final cost sheet and the agreement. A verbal discount does not protect you.
PLC example
A 1,500 sq ft super area unit at ₹150 per sq ft PLC costs ₹2,25,000. If the same rate applied to a 1,000 sq ft carpet area, it would cost ₹1,50,000. Always check which area the PLC rate is multiplied by. A similar point is made in the guidance on PLC area basis: the same per-sq-ft rate costs more on super built-up area than on carpet area.
On tax, a government clarification dated 11 October 2024 says PLC is part of a composite supply and attracts GST at the same rate as construction services before the completion certificate. For GST on EDC and IDC lines, ask the builder to show the rate and the legal basis on the cost sheet, and check with a chartered accountant if unsure.
How to spot overcharging: a practical checklist
- Ask for a full line-item cost sheet. Be cautious of an all-in number with no breakup, or vague labels like “other charges”.
- Check the area basis. Haryana RERA’s registration regulations say the price of an apartment should be charged only on the basis of carpet area. Compare the cost sheet with the carpet area in the RERA record.
- Look for “no separate EDC/IDC” conditions. Some Haryana RERA project registrations state that the unit is sold on carpet area and that no separate EDC/IDC is payable by allottees beyond the total sale consideration. Check your project’s registration certificate on the HRERA portal for similar wording.
- Check the project’s EDC/IDC disclosure. HRERA’s disclosure format for registered projects asks for total EDC and IDC as prescribed by the government, the amount paid so far and the balance still to be paid. Compare these totals with what you are being charged per sq ft.
- Re-do the pro-rata sum. Use the three-step method above. Ask which total EDC and which sanctioned area were used, and whether the figures match the licence and approved plans.
- Watch for double charging. Confirm EDC and IDC are not already included in the BSP or total price before a separate line is added. Haryana’s price definition includes the cost of external development works and other charges payable to the authorities.
- Check demand letters later. A sudden “enhanced EDC” demand should come with the notification and a calculation. In one Haryana RERA matter, a buyer complained of overcharged EDC/IDC and the promoter refunded the excess after the buyer raised it repeatedly.
- Escalate in writing. If the builder does not respond, you can complain to Haryana RERA, but keep your agreement, cost sheet and payment receipts together.
Comparing projects fairly
Compare cost sheets on an all-in basis, not just the headline BSP. A project with a lower BSP but separate EDC, IDC, PLC and floor-rise lines can cost more than one with a higher, more inclusive price. If you are still shortlisting, the Gurugram locality guide gives area context, and you can browse new projects in Gurugram to collect cost sheets side by side. To filter by city or builder, use the all projects page. Corridors such as Dwarka Expressway can have quite different licence histories, which can mean different pass-through terms.
Before you pay a booking amount, get the cost sheet, draft agreement and RERA registration number, and have a property lawyer read the clauses on EDC/IDC escalation. This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the full form of EDC and IDC in Gurugram property?
EDC stands for External Development Charges, which fund infrastructure outside the project such as roads, water, sewerage and drainage. IDC is usually written as Infrastructure or Internal Development Charges, so ask your builder to state exactly what their IDC line covers.
Who pays EDC in Gurugram, the builder or the buyer?
The developer pays EDC to the Haryana government, but it is normally recovered from buyers through the price or as a separate line. Some Haryana RERA registrations state that no separate EDC/IDC is payable beyond the total sale consideration, so check your project's registration.
Has the EDC rate in Haryana increased in 2026?
Yes. Haryana approved a 20% increase from 1 January 2025 and a 10% increase every year after that, and rates were revised from 1 January 2026. Confirm the current notification, since the amount for a given project depends on its licence.
Can a builder raise EDC or IDC after I have booked?
Only if your agreement allows it. Many agreements let the builder pass on government increases, so look for that clause and ask for a cap or proof of any notified increase.
Is PLC negotiable?
Often, yes, because PLC is set by the builder and RERA does not cap it. Make sure any agreed discount is written into the cost sheet and agreement.
Is GST charged on PLC, EDC and IDC?
A government clarification of 11 October 2024 says PLC is part of the construction service and attracts GST at the same rate. For EDC and IDC, ask the builder to show the GST rate and basis on the cost sheet, and confirm with a chartered accountant.
How do I check if I am being overcharged for EDC and IDC?
Ask for the total EDC/IDC, the sanctioned area used and the per-sq-ft rate, then repeat the pro-rata calculation yourself. Compare the figures with the project's disclosures on the Haryana RERA portal and raise any mismatch in writing.
Sources
- Cabinet okays revision of indexation mechanism for external development charges – The Tribune
- Revision of EDC Rates for Urban Estates of Haryana w.e.f. 01 January 2026 – Complinity
- Haryana revises EDC rates from January 1, Gurugram remains highest – Projects in Gurgaon
- Haryana Hikes EDC by 20% for 2025, and 10% Every Year After – Luxury Projects Gurugram
- Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975 – LatestLaws
- The Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975 (full text)
- Haryana RERA – Auto credit regulation (EDC 10% deduction)
- Haryana RERA, Gurugram – Bank account directions (EDC/IDC disclosure)
- Haryana RERA – Registration of Projects regulations
- Haryana RERA – Registration certificate, Signature Global SCO 36 Sohna
- Haryana RERA – Complaint order on EDC/IDC overcharging
- EDC IDC Charges in Real Estate – AssetYogi
- What Is Preferential Location Charge (PLC) and Can You Negotiate It Down? – TogetherBuying
- PLC in Real Estate: Meaning, Types and Charges Explained – Sankalp Builders
- What Is PLC in Real Estate? – Mahaveer Constructions
Updated 20 October 2026. This article is general information, not legal or financial advice; check current rules and project details before you decide.
