Smart Cities Mission
Ministry Of Housing and Urban Affairs
Smart Cities Mission develops core infrastructure and smart solutions like integrated command centres and smart mobility in 100 selected cities, implemented through city-level Special Purpose Vehicles rather than individual applications.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry Of Housing and Urban Affairs
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2015
- Last date
- Ongoing / No fixed deadline
- Helpline
- NA
What you get
Residents of the 100 selected smart cities benefit from improved core infrastructure, clean and sustainable environment, and application of smart solutions such as integrated command and control centres, smart mobility, and e-governance services.
Who is eligible
Citizens residing in one of the 100 selected Smart Cities benefit from the area-based and pan-city development projects; not an individual-application scheme.
Documents you need
Not applicable for individuals; Smart City Proposals are prepared and implemented by Special Purpose Vehicles set up for each city.
How to apply
Check with your city's Smart City Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) or Municipal Corporation for ongoing smart city projects and services available to residents.
Frequently asked questions
How many cities are part of the Smart Cities Mission?
100 cities selected through a nationwide competition based on their smart city proposals.
Who implements Smart Cities Mission projects?
A dedicated Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) set up for each selected city.
What are examples of smart solutions under this mission?
Integrated command and control centres, smart mobility, e-governance, smart water and waste management.