Normal Concrete Mix Design
(IS 10262 Mix Design)

Scientifically proportioned concrete mix design as per IS 10262 to achieve specified strength, durability and workability — delivering optimised, cost-effective mix proportions for your project grade requirements.

Overview

What is the Normal Concrete Mix Design?

Normal Concrete Mix Design is the systematic process of selecting and proportioning constituent materials (cement, aggregates, water and admixtures) to produce concrete that meets specified requirements of strength, workability, durability and economy. A well-designed mix reduces cement content, controls shrinkage and ensures long-term structural performance.

At Global Lab, mix designs are conducted as per IS 10262:2019 (Guidelines for Concrete Mix Design Proportioning) for grades M10 through M60. Our designs are trial-tested in our NABL-accredited laboratory with fresh property testing (slump, flow, air content) and hardened property testing (7-day and 28-day cube strength).

IS 10262:2019 Compliant

Mix proportions derived as per latest Indian Standard guidelines for all grades.

Actual Site Materials

Mix designed using actual site aggregates, cement and water — not generic values.

Trial Mix Verification

Full trial mix with fresh and hardened concrete testing before final proportions issued.

Cost Optimisation

Minimises cement content while meeting strength and durability requirements.

NABL Certified Mix Design

Mix design report issued on NABL-accredited letterhead with all test data.

All Grades Covered

Normal grades M10 to M60 including PQC, DLC and mass concrete mixes.

Test in Action

Normal Concrete Mix Design — Site Images

Aggregate Sampling for Mix Design

Trial Mix Being Prepared in Lab

28-Day Cube Strength Testing

Test Procedure

How the Normal Concrete Mix Design is Conducted

1

Material Testing

All constituent materials — cement (physical & chemical), fine aggregate, coarse aggregate and water — are tested as per relevant IS codes.
2

Target Strength Calculation

Target mean strength is calculated from specified characteristic strength and standard deviation as per IS 10262:2019.
3

W/C Ratio & Aggregate Proportioning

Water-cement ratio, water content, aggregate proportions and admixture dosage are calculated using IS 10262 method.
4

Trial Mix Preparation & Testing

Trial mix is prepared in laboratory. Fresh concrete tests (slump, flow, air content, density) and cube casting are done at 7 and 28 days.
5

Final Mix Report Issuance

If trial mix meets target strength and workability, final NABL mix design report with full material data and proportions is issued.

Standards & Specifications

Applicable Test Standards

Standard	Title	Scope	Type
IS 10262:2019	Guidelines for Concrete Mix Design Proportioning	Mix Design	Indian Standard
IS 456:2000	Plain and Reinforced Concrete — Code of Practice	Structural Concrete	Indian Standard
ASTM C192	Standard Practice for Making and Curing Concrete Test Specimens	Trial Mix	ASTM
IS 516	Methods of Tests for Strength of Concrete	Cube Strength	Indian Standard

Applications

Where is the CAPO Test Used?

Residential and commercial building construction — M20 to M40 grades

Infrastructure projects — bridges, flyovers, highways (M40 to M60)

Industrial floors, warehouses and pavements requiring high wear resistance

Mass concrete foundations and raft slabs requiring controlled heat of hydration

Marine and coastal construction requiring high durability and low permeability

Precast concrete elements requiring consistent batch-to-batch quality

Why Choose Global Lab

Our Advantages

NABL Accredited ReportsMix design reports legally valid and accepted by all structural consultants and authorities.

Actual Site Material TestingMix designed on your actual project materials — not generic industry values.

Full Trial VerificationEvery mix design is trial-tested with 7-day and 28-day cube results before issue.

Autovity Digital PlatformAccess mix design reports and test data from any device 24/7.

Experienced Mix Design Engineers15+ years of mix design experience across all grades and construction types.

Fast TurnaroundPreliminary proportions in 5 days; complete NABL report with 28-day results in 35 days.

Normal Concrete Mix Design(IS 10262 Mix Design)