NSO to run a Survey on Migration in 2026-27
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What happened
- NSO will conduct a Survey on Migration from July 2026 to June 2027 to estimate migration rates, reasons and short-term migration [PIB].
- NSS has covered migration since its 9th round (1955), with dedicated rounds in the 18th (1963-64) and 64th (2007-08) [PIB].
Background
- Migration surveys go back to the NSS 9th round (1955) [PIB].
Why it matters
- Short-term and seasonal migrants are the most missed group in welfare schemes. Data on them would help portability of ration and health benefits.
How to use this in Mains
- As per PIB (2025-11-13): NSO will conduct a Survey on Migration from July 2026 to June 2027 to estimate migration rates, reasons and short-term migration.
- Short-term and seasonal migrants are the most missed group in welfare schemes. Data on them would help portability of ration and health benefits.
Quotable data pointNSS has covered migration since its 9th round (1955), with dedicated rounds in the 18th (1963-64) and 64th (2007-08).
PIB: MoSPI: Survey on Migration, 13 Nov 2025
Exam angle
UPSC
Prelims: NSS rounds.
Practice MCQs
Original practice questions (not PYQs).
Practice · UPSC
Survey period
Answer (b) & explanation
PIB.
Practice · UPSC
Last dedicated NSS migration round
Answer (c) & explanation
PIB.
Practice · UPSC
NSS began in
Answer (b) & explanation
PIB.
Go deeper
Official source: PIB: MoSPI: Survey on Migration, 13 Nov 2025
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