Due to change in price level, a revised estimate is prepared, if the sanctioned estimate exceeds:

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  1. 3%
  2. 5%
  3. 10%
  4. 20%

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Option 2 : 5%
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Concept:

The different type of estimates and their meaning is mentioned below in the tabulated form:

Type of Estimate

Definition

Preliminary Estimate

It is an approximate estimate and prepared by the owner itself before the actual award of work to any agency.

Cube Rate Estimate

It is an approximate estimate and prepared by calculating the cubical content of a building by multiplying its length, breadth, and height.

Detailed Estimate

It is an accurate estimate prepared by working out quantities of each item of work. It is prepared in two stages: 1. Details of measurements and calculation of quantities and 2. Abstract of Estimate.

Revised Estimate

It is prepared when the original sanctioned estimate is likely to exceed more than 5% due to changes in the quantity of material or rates.

Supplementary Estimate

It is the freshly detailed estimate of the additional works in addition to the original estimate. It is required when further development is required during the progress of work.

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