India is set to conduct its 16th Census, the first fully digital one, starting April 1, 2026. The census will be carried out in two phases, Phase I-House Listing and Housing Census, from April to September 2026, which will involve collecting data on housing conditions, amenities and household assets. The Phase II-Population Enumeration will begin from February 2027 to gather demographic, socio-economic and educational data. Enumeration of castes will also be undertaken during this phase.
