Abstract: Project controls in construction project is very much essential for a successful planning and project completion. Implementation of project controls in Indian construction industry is very much vital as Indian construction industry is lacking in implementation of project management process/tools and facing several issues/ delays. Implementation of project controls also need proper organization, and the front-end responsible persons need to be more focused in managing project controls department. This study provides an empirical review on the hurdles faced by the Indian construction industry while the implementation of project controls. In this study, a survey method is used for understanding the practical experiences faced by Indian construction industry in the implementation of project controls.