New Delhi, April 4 (AHN) In a significant step towards India’s first fully digital Census, PK Mishra, Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, completed his “self-enumeration” for Phase-I of Census 2027 (Houselisting and Housing Census) on Saturday.​

The development was announced by the official Census India handle, which expressed gratitude to Mishra for his active participation and support in this monumental national exercise. ​

His timely action is being seen as a strong message from the highest levels of governance, encouraging citizens to take part in the process.​

Phase I of Census 2027, which focuses on houselisting and housing census, began on April 1, 2026. For the first time in the history of Indian census operations, the government has introduced a convenient “digital self-enumeration” facility. ​

This allows citizens to submit their household details online before enumerators visit homes for verification.

The self-enumeration portal (https://se.census.gov.in) is currently open in a phased manner across different states and J&K. ​

In the initial phase, it covers eight states and J&K, including Odisha, Karnataka, Goa, Lakshadweep, Mizoram, Sikkim, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and parts of Delhi. ​

The 15-day self-enumeration window precedes the 30-day house-to-house survey in each region.​

By completing self-enumeration, residents directly contribute to generating accurate and reliable data on housing conditions, household amenities, and assets. ​

This information forms the foundation for effective planning, inclusive development programmes, and evidence-based governance. Officials have highlighted that the digital option makes the process quicker, more transparent, and accessible to a larger population. ​

The portal is available in multiple languages and uses secure authentication through mobile numbers.​

The Census authorities have strongly urged all eligible citizens to log on to the portal and complete their self-enumeration at the earliest.

“Your participation will help build a stronger, data-empowered Viksit Bharat,” the appeal stated.​

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President, PM Modi, and several other dignitaries have already completed their self-enumeration, setting an example for the nation. Over 55,000 households reportedly used the portal on the very first day of its launch.​

The second phase of Census 2027, Population Enumeration, is scheduled for February 2027. The entire exercise is expected to provide updated demographic, economic, and social data crucial for policy-making over the next decade.​