In this paper an attempt is made to present a state-of the art review of papers on self-compacting concrete (SCC). Self-compacting concrete (SCC) is a type of concrete that does not require vibration for placing and compaction. It completely fills the formwork and achieves compaction by flowing under its own weight, even in the case of congested reinforcement. The homogeneity and the density of hardened concrete are high and it has the same mechanical properties and durability as normal vibrated concrete. The paper presents some economical and technical computations to compare SCC with normal vibrated concrete. The safety benefits of using SCC can be mentioned as the main factors in sustainability. Different mixes like replacement of cement with Metakaolin (mk), fly-ash, marble dust, quarry dust, and addition of silica fumes (for high strength) shows better effects. This paper discusses the various aspects of SCC including the materials and also its performance characteristics and properties in the fresh and hardened state. © Research India Publications.