Chaitanya Projects Consultancy Tops NHAI’s First-Ever Highway DPR Consultants Ranking

Chaitanya Projects Consultancy Limited (CPCL) has secured the top rank in the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)’s first-ever provisional DPR consultants rating with an outstanding score of 80.75/100. Outpacing 55 peers, CPCL leads ahead of Pentacle Consultants (78), L&T Infrastructure Engineering (76), MSV International Technology (74), and Transys Consulting (72).

NHAI released the rankings in the 4th week of January 2026, marking the first transparent evaluation to enhance DPR quality for national highway projects under Bharatmala and other programs. The provisional list, published by NHAI, evaluates firms on defined performance metrics, with an appeals process available for consultants who wish to raise objections. This step aligns with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s push for accountability in infrastructure consultancy.

Sanjay Kumar Sinha, Founder & Managing Director, Chaitanya Projects Consultancy Limited, said, “Being ranked number one in NHAI’s first-ever DPR consultant ratings is a deeply meaningful milestone for all of us at CPCL. It reflects more than two decades of hard work, consistency, and belief in doing things the right way. We started with a small team and big dreams, and over the years, we have grown into a trusted partner for India’s highway development. As the country’s infrastructure push accelerates under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, we remain committed to building highways that are not just technically sound but sustainable, safe, and future-ready. This recognition strengthens our resolve to keep raising the bar for quality and accountability in infrastructure consultancy.”