How advanced is India in terms of digital technology? The “State of India’s Digital Economy 2026” report assesses India’s standing across eight key global digital and AI indicators…
1/81. ICT Development Index (IDI) | The IDI assesses access, usage, and skills in information and communication technology (ICT). The latest report places India around the 130th position out of 176 countries.
2/82. Network Readiness Index (NRI) | The NRI evaluates digital readiness in terms of technology, human resources, governance, and influence. India ranks approximately 45th among 127 nations in the most recent assessment.
3/83. e-Government Development Index (EGDI) | The EGDI assesses the digital delivery of government services, infrastructure, and human skillsets. India’s ranking is approximately 97th out of 193 countries.
4/84. Government AI Readiness Index | This index reflects the preparedness of governments to embrace and regulate artificial intelligence. The report ranks India approximately 46th among 193 nations.
5/85. AI Preparedness Index (AIPI) | This index assesses AI readiness regarding infrastructure, skills, innovation, and regulations. India holds the 71st position out of 174 countries in the latest ranking.
6/86. Global AI Vibrancy Index | This index monitors AI engagement, including research, patents, investment, talent, and adoption. In the report, India ranks among the top five nations out of a sample of 36.
7/87. Global AI Index | The Global AI Index evaluates AI capabilities in terms of talent, infrastructure, investments, and research. According to the report, India is ranked among the top 10 out of a sample of 83 countries.
8/88. State of India’s Digital Economy (SIDE) | The SIDE index serves as the report’s own metric for evaluating digital advancement. It utilizes the CHIPS framework, assessing nations on five aspects—Connect, Harness, Innovate, Protect, and Sustain. The report ranks India 8th among 33 countries in the SIDE assessment.
