<h1>Comprehensive 2027 Census to Include Digital Self-Enumeration and Caste Data Collection for First Time</h1> The government announced the 2027 Census with caste enumeration, scheduled for March 1, 2027, with a reference date of October 1, 2026, for snow-bound areas. This will be the first digital census allowing self-enumeration, covering detailed socioeconomic information. The decision includes caste enumeration, which was previously excluded, aiming to provide comprehensive demographic insights without creating social tension.