There are so many bearing capacity theories in geotechnical engineering. Terzaghi, Meyerhof, Hansen, Vesic, Skempton, the IS Code… It’s easy to feel lost and wonder: which one should you use, and when?

This PDF was created to answer exactly that. It walks you through the theories step by step, in sequence, so you see how each one builds upon the other. Starting from Terzaghi’s classic work, moving through Meyerhof, Hansen, Vesic, and Skempton, and ending with the IS Code method, the notes connect the dots in a way that’s easy to follow.

Instead of long paragraphs and scattered formulas, you’ll find clear illustrations, neat diagrams, and uncluttered explanations. The aim is to make concepts stick—not just for exams, but for real understanding.

⚡Why This Resource Helps

• Exam-ready clarity, professional reliability. Useful for students preparing for competitive exams, and equally valuable for engineers as a refresher.
• Saves study time. Keeps all related definitions together on one sheet, with connections clearly shown.
• Designed for readability. Clean layout, color illustrations, and logically flowing explanations.

🎯 Who It’s For

• Civil Engineering students revising for semester exams.

• Competitive exam aspirants (GATE, ESE, SSC-JE, RRB-JE) who need quick but reliable references.

• Practicing engineers who want a concise reminder of standard definitions in foundation design.

• Teachers and tutors who want a neat teaching aid.

📌 Details

• Format: PDF (Digital Download)

• Length: 22 pages (content)

• Access: Instant, lifetime (limited downloads)
• Printable + works on all devices