To cater the demand as an alternative pavement material, pervious concrete exhibits an astonishing significance in the field of eco-friendly pavement design system, due to its overall hydrological and environmental beneficial aspects. The objective of this review paper is to recapitulate the extensive state-of-the-art related to the findings and application of pervious concrete pavement to highlight the current trends in research. In this paper, the design and specifications of pervious concrete, its mechanical strength and durability, pore features and clogging behaviour and in-situ applications are reviewed along with the precise maintenance facets. The hydrological benefits, water quality control and other environmental facts are also reviewed. There are some research gaps regarding the mix design, low strength behaviour and pore features that offer a scope for future research, so as to develop a high strength pavement alternative for the development of green infrastructure.