This document discusses the design of a short circular column with helical reinforcement subjected to axial loading. It provides the governing equations from the Indian standard code IS 456:2000 for calculating the load capacity and design of helical ties. As an example, it then shows the step-by-step design of a 400mm diameter column with M25 concrete and Fe415 steel subjected to 1,500kN axial load. The design satisfies all code requirements for tie spacing, size, and volume.