EDP Notes

Capital outlay of a project refers to the sum of the expenditure till the date of starting
commercial production. It includes all advance expenditure. Cost of fixed assets, duties and taxes.
Consultancy charges interest charges, intangible expenses, registration fees and provision for
contingencies.
The capital cost outlay is required not only for assessing fund requirement but also for
ascertaining the economic viability of the project. Capital cost outlay is shown in the statement of
capital cost estimation.