Piles can by classified on the basis of following characteristics:
1. Mechanism of Load Transfer
2. Method of Installation
3. Type of Materials
Depending on the basis of load transfer: 1.End/Point Bearing Piles
2.Friction piles
3.Friction cum end bearing piles
Depending on method of installation: 1.Driven or Displacement piles
2.Bored or Replacement piles
Depending on type of materials: 1.Timber piles
2.Steel piles
3.Concrete piles
4.Composite piles