Readiness Index 2025 report
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India has made
significant progress in global digital performance. According to the Network
Readiness Index 2025 report released on February 4, 2026, India has jumped four
places to 45th place among 127 economies.
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Along with the
improvement in ranking, India's overall score has also increased from 53.63 in
2024 to 54.43 (2025).
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The report particularly
highlights India's growing strength in technology adoption, digital
infrastructure, and innovation-led development.
Network Readiness Index 2025
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The Network Readiness
Index 2025 assesses how effectively countries are using digital technologies
for development and growth. The index is prepared by the Portulans Institute,
an independent non-profit research organization.
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It evaluates 127
economies based on four pillars—technology, people, governance, and
impact—covering 53 indicators. The index provides a holistic picture of the
effectiveness of the use of networks, data, and digital tools in the economy
and society.
India's improved rank and score in the NRI
2025
¨ India's rise to 45th place in the Network Readiness Index 2025 reflects continued improvement across various digital indicators.
¨ The country's score has improved to 54.43 (out of 100), indicating a stronger digital foundation compared to the previous year. The report also noted that India's network readiness is higher than expected for its income level, highlighting that the country's digital progress is progressing rapidly across economic boundaries.
