Housing is one of the most essential aspects of existence, offering shelter, safety, and warmth and even a place to rest. There is no universally accepted definition for the phenomenon of housing. Housing is the individual biggest expenditure item in most Indian families' and individuals' budget. The average household spends approximately one-quarter of its income on housing, whereas poor and vicinity families frequently devote half of their income on housing. Housing stipulation in developing countries is frequently hampered by issues such as financial constraints, unproductive policy, and a lack of political loyalty, among others. These issues have led to significantly sluggish development of the residential sector, with individuals venturing on self-constructed housing activities to fulfill their housing needs. Despite the fact that self-build housing contributes significantly to the country's housing stock, there are many self-build housing projects. The objective of this review is to analyze the factors that affect the accomplishment of residential construction. The methodology used is primarily a systematic appraisal of available literature, which is then examined using inductive analysis and analytical creativity.