- Nationwide access: Nearly 2,000 e-Government services available across all 36 States and UTs.
- Top states: Maharashtra leads with 254 services, followed by Delhi (123), Karnataka (113), Assam (102), and Uttar Pradesh (86).
- Convenience: Citizens can access certificates, welfare schemes, utility payments, and other services anytime, anywhere.
- Digital India milestone: Promotes paperless governance, transparency, and mobile accessibility.
- Future plans: AI-driven expansion, State-level training, and enhanced last-mile delivery of services.
Citizens Across All 36 States and Union Territories Can Now Access Certificates, Welfare Schemes, Utility Payments and More Anytime, Anywhere
Source: PIB Press Release
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), part of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has reached a major Digital India milestone by connecting almost 2,000 government services to the DigiLocker and e-District platforms. Citizens in all 36 States and Union Territories can now access these services instantly, anytime, from anywhere.
These services include government certificates, welfare schemes, utility payments, and other essential citizen services, making governance more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly. This achievement advances the Digital India mission by promoting paperless systems, mobile accessibility, and inclusive digital services, while also contributing to India’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) was established in 2009 under the Digital India Corporation (a not-for-profit Section 8 company) to support MeitY in programme management, implementation, and advisory services for e-Governance projects.
NeGD’s operational areas include:Programme management and project developmentTechnology management and digital platform developmentCapacity building and awareness campaigns
NeGD manages several national digital platforms such as:DigiLocker, Entity Locker, UMANG, OpenForge, API Setu, myScheme, India Stack Global, Meri Pehchaan, UX4G, among others.
DigiLocker, a key component of India’s digital public infrastructure, has effectively addressed challenges related to data security, interoperability, and multi-stakeholder coordination. Its resilient and innovative framework ensures easy, secure, and reliable access to services for all citizens.
DigiLocker is a government-backed digital platform that allows citizens to store, access, and share official documents and certificates securely online. It ensures safe, convenient, and paperless access to essential services anywhere in the country.
State-wise Service Availability
State / UT | Number of Services Available |
---|---|
Maharashtra | 254 |
Delhi | 123 |
Karnataka | 113 |
Assam | 102 |
Uttar Pradesh | 86 |
Kerala | 77 |
Jammu & Kashmir | 77 |
Andhra Pradesh | 76 |
Gujarat | 64 |
Tamil Nadu | 63 |
Goa | 63 |
Haryana | 60 |
Himachal Pradesh | 58 |
Total (Nationwide) | 1,938 |
Building on this success, NeGD plans to expand e-Government services further using emerging AI-driven technologies. Structured training programs and workshops will be conducted at the State level to increase awareness, while ongoing innovation will ensure greater inclusivity and enhanced last-mile delivery.
This achievement reflects the Government’s commitment to leveraging technology to empower citizens and transform governance, aligning with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a digitally enabled and inclusive India.