Jaipur Census 2027: Self-enumeration begins May 1, Collector urges public participation
Synopsis
Jaipur's Census 2027 self-enumeration window opens 1 May 2026 — and residents have just 15 days to submit household data online before enumerators begin door-to-door verification. With 5,277 enumeration blocks, 4,779 enumerators, and a population count scheduled for February 2027, the scale of the exercise is significant.
Key Takeaways
Self-enumeration for Census 2027 runs from 1 May to 15 May 2026 in Jaipur district at se.census.gov.in .
District Collector Sandesh Nayak has urged residents not to share their OTP with enumerators during home visits.
Once data is Finally Submitted online, it cannot be edited; corrections can only be made during the enumerator's household visit.
Jaipur district has 5,277 enumeration blocks , 4,779 enumerators , and 780 supervisors deployed for the exercise.
House Listing and Housing Census will follow from 16 May to 14 June 2026 , with population enumeration scheduled for February 2027 .
The self-enumeration phase of Census 2027 kicks off in Jaipur district on 1 May 2026, with residents required to complete the process online by 15 May 2026 through the official portal at se.census.gov.in, accessible via desktop or smartphone. Principal Census Officer and District Collector Sandesh Nayak has appealed to all residents to participate actively and submit accurate data.
How to Complete Self-Enumeration
Residents can log on to the portal, fill in their household details, and review entries on a
Point of View
But the true test will be participation rates in lower-income wards, not the tech-savvy zones where uptake is almost guaranteed.
NationPress
1 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Census 2027 self-enumeration process in Jaipur?
It is the first phase of Census 2027 in which Jaipur district residents fill in their household details online at se.census.gov.in between 1 May and 15 May 2026. The process can be completed on a desktop or smartphone, and an enumerator will subsequently visit each household to verify the submitted data.
Can I edit my Census self-enumeration data after final submission?
No. Once data is marked as 'Finally Submitted' on the portal, it cannot be edited online. Any corrections must be made during the enumerator's follow-up visit to your household.
Should I share my OTP with Census enumerators?
No. District Collector Sandesh Nayak has specifically advised residents not to share their One-Time Password with enumerators who visit for verification. The OTP is for the resident's own use during the online self-enumeration process.
What happens after the self-enumeration phase ends on 15 May 2026?
The House Listing and Housing Census will be conducted from 16 May to 14 June 2026. The second phase — population enumeration — is scheduled for February 2027 as part of the nationwide Census 2027 exercise.
How large is the Census operation in Jaipur district?
Jaipur district has 5,277 enumeration blocks with 4,779 enumerators and 780 supervisors appointed. Census Cells have been established at district and charge levels, and all personnel have completed phased training ahead of the exercise.
