Digital India Programme
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Digital India is the Government of India's 2015 flagship programme to transform India into a digitally empowered society, covering digital infrastructure (BharatNet, CSCs), e-governance (DigiLocker, UMANG) and digital literacy (PMGDISHA) delivered through digitalindia.gov.in and Common Service Centres.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2015
- Last date
- Ongoing / No fixed deadline
- Helpline
- 1800-11-7800
What you get
Citizens get access to digital infrastructure such as Common Service Centres, DigiLocker for storing documents, UMANG app for government services, broadband connectivity under BharatNet, and digital literacy training through PMGDISHA.
Who is eligible
All Indian citizens can access Digital India's public digital services; specific sub-schemes like PMGDISHA target rural households with one eligible member trained per household.
Documents you need
Aadhaar card for most digital services; ration card/BPL certificate for PMGDISHA digital literacy training.
How to apply
Access services directly through the Digital India portal (digitalindia.gov.in), UMANG app, or visit your nearest Common Services Centre (CSC) for assisted digital services.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Digital India programme?
A Government of India initiative launched in 2015 to ensure digital access, digital infrastructure and digital empowerment for all citizens.
How can I access Digital India services in my village?
Visit your nearest Common Services Centre (CSC), which offers assisted access to government digital services.
What is DigiLocker under Digital India?
DigiLocker is a digital document wallet that lets citizens store and access verified documents like driving licence, marksheets and Aadhaar online.