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Caste enumeration to be part of exercise: Govt sanctions Rs 11,718 cr for two-phase Census 2027

Posted 13 Dec 2025

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Census 2027 Overview

The government has sanctioned Rs 11,718 crore for conducting the Census 2027, marking the first digital exercise of its kind. This decision was approved in a Union Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Phases of the Census

The Census will occur in two phases:
- Houselisting and Housing Phase: Scheduled between April and September 2026.
- Population Enumeration: Planned for February 2027, with exceptions for certain regions conducted in September 2026.

Key Features and Innovations

First Digital Census: Emphasizes data protection.
Conducted by 30 lakh field functionaries.
Will include caste enumeration in the second phase, a significant addition decided by the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs.

Data Collection

The Census will gather information on various socio-economic parameters including:

Housing condition, amenities, and assets.
Demography, religion, SC & ST status, language, literacy.
Economic activity, migration, and fertility.

Technological Advancements

Data collection via mobile applications available for Android and iOS.
A Census Management & Monitoring System (CMMS) portal for real-time management.
A Houselisting Block (HLB) Creator web map application for Charge Officers.
Public option to self-enumerate.

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