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The design communication is gradually being changed from 2D based to integrated 3D digital interface. Building InformationModeling (BIM) is a model-based design concept, in which buildings will be built virtually before they get built outin the field, where data models organized for complete integration of all relevant factors in the building lifecycle whichalso manages the information exchange between the AEC (Architects, Engineers, Contractors) professionals, to strengthenthe interaction between the design team. BIM is a shared knowledge about the information for decisions making during itslifecycle. There’s still much to be learned about the opportunities and implications of this tool.This paper deals with the status check of BIM application in India, to do that a survey has been designed to check the acceptanceof BIM till date, while this application is widely accepted throughout the industry in many countries for managingproject information with capabilities for cost control and facilities management.