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The duration of a construction project is significantly influenced by the formwork system, which is a crucial component. It utilizes a range of materials, including timber, steel, aluminum, plastic, and more. This structure needs to possess adequate strength to support both the weight of the materials used during the casting process, as well as any additional loads until the concrete sets and achieves a certain percentage of its intended strength. The selection/design of a formwork system for a project is influenced by the building design, site conditions, available resources, the contractor's experience with different systems, and their availability. The selection of a formwork system is made by a senior member of the contractor's organization. In the construction of traditional Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) buildings, the expenses associated with formwork play a significant role. Based on a rough estimate, formwork costs can range from 40 to 60 percent of the total cost of the concrete frame, making it approximately equal to 10 percent of the overall cost of the entire building structure. The aim of this research is to examine the factors that impact the choice of formwork system. By conducting a questionnaire survey, both Conventional (traditional) and modular formwork systems are analyzed in order to evaluate the factors involved in their selection. When evaluating various formwork systems like traditional formwork, Peri, Mivan and Doka. Several essential aspects were taken into account including cost, quality, cycle time, number of repetitions, and safety. This research study aims to assist construction project contractors in making informed decisions when choosing a formwork system that is both safe and cost-effective for concrete construction purposes.