NITI Aayog
National Institution for Transforming India — a policy think-tank of the Government of India, established on 1 January 2015 by an Executive Resolution to replace the Planning Commission, with no statutory or constitutional status.
Why UPSC tests this
UPSC commonly tests the NITI vs Planning Commission distinction (no fund-allocation power), composition (Governing Council with all CMs, Regional Councils, full-time and part-time members), and the indices NITI publishes (SDG, Innovation, Composite Water, Health, etc.).
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8 on this page- 4 May 2026Down to Earth / CSE
Rs 51,000 crore worth of materials in India’s e-waste, most slips through the system
India generated 6.2 million tonnes of e-waste in FY24, with only 10% being formally recycled, leading to significant material value loss. NITI Aayog and the Material Recycling Association of India organized a conference, 'Paryavaran NITI Manthan,' to discuss circular economy implementation, focusing on Extended Produce…
- 27 Apr 2026NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog Launches DPI@2047 Roadmap to Advance Inclusive and Productivity-Led Growth
NITI Aayog launched the DPI@2047 roadmap on April 27, 2026, aimed at advancing India's digital public infrastructure. Developed with EkStep Foundation and Deloitte, the roadmap outlines two phases: DPI 2.0 (2025-2035) for livelihood-led growth and DPI 3.0 (2035-2047) for broad-based prosperity, focusing on sectoral tra…
- 9 Apr 2026Ministry of Science &
NITI Aayog releases reports on “Ease of Doing Research & Development in India”
NITI Aayog released two reports focusing on 'Ease of Doing Research & Development in India' on April 9, 2026. These reports, based on extensive stakeholder consultations, aim to improve India's research ecosystem by proposing actionable recommendations for fostering innovation, supporting scientists, and increasing pri…
- 1 Dec 2025NITI Aayog
Atal Innovation Mission partners with Hitachi MGRM Net to accelerate nationwide innovation through MStarTM Global AI Connect platform
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, has partnered with Hitachi MGRM Net Ltd. to launch the "MStarTM Global AI Connect" platform on December 1, 2025. This AI-powered platform aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship across India by linking schools with mentors, research institutions, and industry players. T…
- 25 Nov 2025Ministry of Panchayati Raj
OBJECTIVES OF RASHTRIYA GRAM SWARAJ ABHIYAN
This PIB release details the objectives and features of the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA), a scheme by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. It outlines the implementation period from FY 2022-23 to 2025-26 with a significant financial outlay, focusing on capacitating PRIs for local governance and SDG localisa…
- 6 Nov 2025Department of Karnataka, Shri Tushar Giri Nath , Smt
NITI Aayog in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka and Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) organizes National Workshop on “Reuse of Treated Wastewater in India” on 6th and 7th
NITI Aayog, in partnership with Karnataka Government and BWSSB, organized a national workshop in Bengaluru on November 6-7, 2025, focusing on reusing treated wastewater. The workshop aimed to formulate actionable recommendations for a circular water economy, achieve SDGs, and support Viksit Bharat 2047, emphasizing sta…
- 4 Nov 2025Ministry of Labour & Employment
EPFO Regional Office Noida, in Collaboration with NITI Aayog, Organizes Seminar on Social Security in Electronic Industry and PMVBRY
EPFO, in collaboration with NITI Aayog, organized a seminar in Noida focusing on social security measures in the electronic industry and promoting the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojna (PMVBRY). The seminar highlighted PMVBRY's incentives for employers to boost employment and discussed various EPFO digital init…
- 31 Oct 2025Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Government Strengthens Assam’s Tea Sector Through Tea Development & Promotion Scheme
The 'Tea Development & Promotion Scheme' (TDPS), implemented by the Tea Board under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, aims to enhance India's tea sector, including Assam. It focuses on increasing production, improving quality, boosting exports, and empowering small tea growers. An evaluation by NITI Aayog in May 202…
Past UPSC Prelims questions on this
- UPSC Prelims 2019polity
In India, which of the following review the independent regulators in sectors like telecommunications, insurance, electricity, etc.? 1. Ad Hoc Committees set up by the Parliament 2. Parliamentary Department Related Standing Committees 3. Finance Commission 4. Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission 5. NITI Aayog Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Practice more on planning bodies → - UPSC Prelims 2017economics
With reference to 'National Investment and Infrastructure Fund', which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. It is an organ of NITI Aayog. 2. It has a corpus of Rs 4,00,000 crore at present. Select the correct answer using the code given below :
Practice more on economic planning → - UPSC Prelims 2016economics
With reference to 'Financial Stability and Development Council', consider the following statements: 1. It is an organ of NITI Aayog. 2. It is headed by the Union Finance Minister. 3. It monitors macroprudential supervision of the economy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Practice more on money and banking → - UPSC Prelims 2015polity
The Government of India has established NITI Aayog to replace the
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Frequently asked
- Is NITI Aayog a constitutional or statutory body?
- Neither — it was created by an Executive Resolution of the Cabinet on 1 January 2015.
- Who chairs NITI Aayog?
- The Prime Minister is the Chairperson. Day-to-day operations are led by the Vice-Chairperson, who has the rank of a Cabinet Minister.
- What is the Governing Council of NITI Aayog?
- Comprises the Prime Minister, all Chief Ministers of States, Chief Ministers of Union Territories with legislatures, Lieutenant Governors of other UTs, the Vice-Chairperson, full-time members, and special invitees.
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