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Self-Enumeration for the First Time

Online Facility Available in 16 Languages

This marks the country’s 16th census overall and the 8th census since independence. While the Census has historically
been conducted every 10 years, this time it is taking place after a gap of 16 years. More significant than these
timelines, however, and a first in the history of these 16 censuses, is the introduction of a digital census and the
provision of a ‘Self-Enumeration’ option for citizens. Under Section 6D of the Census (Amendment) Rules, 2022,
self-enumeration is a secure, web-based facility available in 16 regional languages.

n se.census.gov.in is a dedicated web portal allowing them to record their
that is easily accessible via desktop, laptop, family details in advance.
or mobile devices. Self-enumeration can be n Enumerators will continue
performed online from any location within to visit every household
the country, even from a remote area. within their assigned HLBs,
n This facility will be made available to while self-enumeration
the general public 15 days before the will serve as an additional,
commencement of the House Listing phase supplementary facility
in their respective state or union territory, before their visits.

Here is the complete process

for self-enumeration Scan the QR code for
the video guide on self-
Portal Access and Login enumeration
Section 1 To participate in Self-Enumeration, first visit the portal at se.census.
gov.in. Select your state or union territory and enter CAPTCHA code.
01
Family Registration

2 Enter the name of the head of the household, their mobile number,
and their email ID (optional).

n The name of the Head of the Household cannot be changed
subsequently.

Portal Login and n Only one mobile number may be used per family. Once a
Initial Registration number has been registered, that same mobile number cannot
be used for any other family.

Language Selection and Enter Location Details
OTP Verification
3 Select your preferred language 4 Select your district, enter
the PIN code, and fill in the
and enter the OTP received on details regarding your village,
your registered mobile number. town, or locality.

Section 02 Mark the location of your residence on the map

Verification and 5 Drag the red marker on the map to position it precisely over your
Location Identification residential building, and confirm the location.

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