The Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) is a regulatory body established by the Indian government to control and manage the development of groundwater resources in the country. One of the key functions of CGWA is to regulate the process of water boring, which involves drilling a well or borehole to extract groundwater for various purposes such as domestic, industrial, and agricultural use.

CGWA has established guidelines and regulations to ensure the sustainable use of groundwater resources and prevent over-exploitation of the aquifers. The authority issues NOCs (No Objection Certificates) for water boring activities in areas where the groundwater level is over-exploited or critical. It also regulates the number of boreholes that can be drilled in a particular area and the depth of the borehole.

The CGWA has established a web portal where individuals or organizations can apply for NOCs for water boring. The portal also provides information on the guidelines and regulations related to groundwater management and the process of applying for NOCs.