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Indian Census 2027

World's largest digital census • First caste enumeration since 1931

Official Source: Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India

The 16th National Census of India is scheduled for 2026–2027, marking a historic shift from pen-paper to a fully digital, self-enumeration-based process. This census will electronically capture caste data for the first time since 1931 — making it one of the most significant demographic exercises in Indian history.

~3 Cr.

Households to be covered

33+

Questions on housing & assets

₹0

Completely free • No charges

📋 The Two Phases of Census 2027

🏠 Phase 1: Housing Census

📅 April – September 2026

• Building material (walls/roof)
• Drinking water & toilet type
• Electricity, LPG, wastewater
• Internet, smartphone, vehicles
• Livestock & assets

👥 Phase 2: Population Enumeration

📅 February 2027 (most states)

• Name, age, gender, marital status
• Religion & CASTE (electronic)
• Disability status
• Mother tongue & literacy
• Occupation & migration

💻 Self-Enumeration: Count Yourself First

📌 Official Portal: se.census.gov.in

Voluntary • Takes 15–20 min • Available in 16 languages

1. Register with mobile number & OTP
2. Geo-tag your house on interactive map
3. Answer 33 questions (housing & amenities)
4. Get 11-digit SE ID (starts with 'H') — SAVE THIS NUMBER

✅ After self-enumeration: Enumerator still visits but only asks for your SE ID → verification done in 30 seconds.

🚪 Door-to-Door Method (Traditional)

If you cannot self-enumerate, ~3 million enumerators (government teachers & officials) will visit every household using two mobile apps: Digital Layout Map (DLM) for geo-location and Census 2027-Houselist for digital recording. Always ask for official ID.

🗺️ State-wise Schedule (Key States)

State	Self-Enumeration	Phase 2 (Population)
Uttar Pradesh	May 7–21, 2026	February 2027
Delhi (MCD)	May 1–15, 2026	February 2027
Goa	April 1–15, 2026	February 2027
Himachal, Ladakh (Snow areas)	April–May 2026	September 2026 (early)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

📌 Is self-enumeration mandatory? ▼

No, it's completely voluntary. If you don't self-enumerate, the enumerator will still visit you.

📌 Will caste data really be collected? ▼

Yes. The Cabinet Committee has approved caste enumeration in Phase 2 (Population Enumeration) — electronically for the first time since 1931.

📌 What if I live in a rented house? ▼

Fill details of the house where you currently stay. Use your own mobile number for OTP verification.

📌 I don't have a smartphone. Can I still do Self-Enumeration? ▼

You can use a friend's laptop, visit a nearby Common Service Centre (CSC), or simply wait for the door-to-door visit. Everyone will be counted.

📌 What if I make a mistake after final submission? ▼

After final submission, the portal locks edits. However, when the enumerator visits, you can point out the error — they have authority to correct the record on their app.

📌 Is there a helpline? ▼

Yes, toll-free helpline: 1855. Also contact district census offices.

⚠️ Important: Census data is confidential under the Census Act, 1948. No document upload required. Beware of scams — census is always FREE.

Source: Office of Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India • Updated: May 2026