When will the census 2026 team come to my house in India?

India's first fully digital Census begins April 1, 2026, with the House Listing phase continuing until September 2026. Census schedule India 2026 varies by state!

Each state receives a specific 30-day enumeration period, preceded by a 15-day self-enumeration window. Your exact timing depends on your location: Andaman, Delhi, Goa, and Karnataka had April 16-May 15 windows, while others extended through September.

For snow-bound regions like Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh, the reference date is October 1, 2026. Check your state's official schedule online for precise dates!

You might not need to wait for enumerators! For the first time, citizens can self-enumerate using a secure online portal available in 16 languages. 

Instead of a census team visit time, simply visit se.census.gov.in and fill in your details online within your state's 15-day self-enumeration window. The process takes 15-20 minutes, and entries can be saved as drafts before submission. This is revolutionary: you control the timeline! You'll receive a Self-Enumeration ID that the enumerator will verify later, but you've essentially completed your part already.