NIC-2025: Draft Update to India’s Industry Codes
Why in the news
A revision of the national industry codes was being prepared so that statistics capture digital, gig and green activity and remain comparable worldwide.
What changes
| Area | Draft change |
|---|---|
| New sectors | OTT platforms, EV charging, AI, circular economy, green jobs |
| Gig work | Better coverage; NITI Aayog sees 7.7 million (2020-21) growing to 23.5 million (2029-30) |
| Global fit | Aligned with ISIC |
| Data | GST filings and other digital platforms |
Concern
- Concordance tables are needed to link old and new codes.
Exam angle
- Custodian: NSO; codes feed national accounts, surveys and policymaking.
- Last revision before this: 2008.