This study presents a review of literature on ultra-high-performance concrete that brings in information regarding the preparation of UHPC, mix design of UHPC on the basis of various particle packing density models, microstructural analysis, durability studies, and strength characteristics. A data base is collected to study the performance, mechanical strength and durability of UHPC from various research works. UHPC can found to be a long-term solution for present day challenges that is faced in construction industry when conventional concrete is used and makes this concrete a novel concept in concrete technology. The advantages of UHPC are: less porosity, high abrasion resistance, greater mechanical properties, high packing density, and improvement in fatigue behavior though the cost of UHPC is high. The non-availability of a standard code for mix design of UHPC makes it difficult to arrive at consistent and comparable mix. The cost of UHPC can be controlled with the use of naturally available materials and utilizing agricultural and industrial waste materials in UHPC. From the data collected, it is observed that the binder content can be optimized and cement which is residual in UHPC can be replaced by industrial residue like fly ash, GGBS, glass powder, etc. and thereby brings down the cost without compromising on the strength and performance. The information shared in this paper will help the contractors, consultants, engineers, industry stakeholders and researchers to alleviate the confusions regarding the use of UHPC in construction industry and to encourage research to make this concrete construction-industry friendly.