Next Gen NOC Process Architecture for Public Offices in India
Abstract: Achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047 requires sustained economic growth supported by private investment, export competitiveness, and efficient governance systems. Despite significant reforms since 1991, fragmented regulatory processes and complex No Objection Certificate (NOC) mechanisms continue to increase compliance costs, delay project implementation, and constrain investment. This paper proposes a Next Generation NOC Governance Framework based on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain technology, and integrated digital infrastructure. The proposed architecture transforms the existing sequential approval model into a synchronous, interoperable system where multiple departments process applications simultaneously through real-time data exchange. AI-driven decision support enables automated verification, risk assessment, and improved regulatory compliance, while blockchain ensures transparency, traceability, and tamper-resistant records. The framework reduces procedural redundancy, minimizes delays, and enhances accountability by creating a unified governance ecosystem. The proposed model offers a pathway for modernizing regulatory administration and strengthening India's ease of doing business for sustainable economic development.
Keywords: Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), NOC, Ease of Doing Business, License Raj,e-Governance
How to Cite?: Vijay Shankar Pandey, Surabhi Kumari, "Next Gen NOC Process Architecture for Public Offices in India", Volume 15 Issue 7, July 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 220-225, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26702170602, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26702170602