Gujarat to begin census 2027 self-enumeration from May 17, door-to-door Survey from June 1

The self-enumeration process for the upcoming Census has been made available online, allowing citizens to digitally complete household details through the official portal https://se.census.gov.in.

The Directorate of Census Operations, Gujarat, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, is currently carrying out preparatory activities for Census 2027 in the state.

For the first time, citizens will get an opportunity to participate in the Census through the self-enumeration portal introduced by the Government of India.

Under this initiative, people can voluntarily submit details related to their homes, family facilities, assets and other information online in a simple, secure and convenient manner.

In Gujarat, the self-enumeration process will remain open from May 17 to May 31, 2026.

Here is how to do it:

Step 1: Login to the Portal

Visit https://se.census.gov.in

Select your State/UT

Enter the captcha code

Use of laptop/desktop is recommended for self-enumeration

Step 2: Create Family Profile

Enter the name of the head of the family

Once entered, the name cannot be changed later

Keep a mobile number available for each family

Enter email ID (optional)

Step 3: Language and OTP

Choose preferred language

Selected language cannot be changed later

An OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number

Enter the OTP for verification

Step 4: Register Location

Select the district

Enter address details including village/town/city

Enter PIN code

Step 5: Locate Your Home

Locate your residence on the map

Click on “Save and Next” option

Step 6: Fill Information

Fill information related to family and members

Step 7: Verify Information

Review all entered details carefully

Edit information if required

Draft can also be saved

Step 8: Final Submission

After final submission, the form cannot be modified

Complete final submission before the due date

After successful submission, a unique 11-digit SE ID will be generated

SE ID will also be received through SMS/email

Take screenshot of acknowledgement receipt

Step 9: Field Verification

Enumerator will visit your home

Information will be verified using the SE ID

Additional details may be requested if any information is incomplete

Authorities said the citizen-centric initiative aims to promote digital participation, accuracy and convenience in Census operations.

Apart from self-enumeration, House Listing Operations (HLO) in Gujarat will be conducted between June 1 and June 30, 2026 through door-to-door data collection by appointed Census officials using a specially designed HLO mobile application.

Authorities further emphasised that all information collected during Census operations is kept strictly confidential under the provisions of the Census Act 1948.