In a landmark step toward digital governance and administrative transparency, Dr. , Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, and Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), launched the electronic Civil List 2025 in the form of an e-book today.

This launch marks the 70th edition of the Civil List and notably, the fifth consecutive edition to be published in a fully digital format. The Civil List is a vital resource that provides comprehensive information on all serving Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers across the country.

Speaking at the launch, Dr. Singh emphasized the evolving digital landscape of Indian governance. “The IAS continues to attract some of the finest minds in the country and plays a vital role in reinforcing India’s federal governance structure,” he said. The digital Civil List, he added, enhances transparency, improves administrative efficiency, and supports the Digital India initiative by reducing dependency on printed documents.

For the first time, the 2025 edition of the Civil List includes photographs of officers, making the interface more informative and user-friendly.

The e-Civil List 2025, compiled by the DoPT, provides exhaustive data including:

• Officer’s name, batch, cadre, current posting, and pay level


• Educational qualifications and date of retirement


• Cadre-wise strength and projected retirements over the next five years


• Appointments dating back to 1969


• Embedded hyperlinks and search functions in a searchable PDF format

These features ensure easy navigation and quick access for users including government officials, researchers, and the general public. The list was last updated on January 1, 2025, and reflects a total authorized cadre strength of 6,877 officers, with 5,577 in active service across 25 state cadres.

In a forward-looking announcement, Dr. Singh proposed the inclusion of AI-based search features in future editions of the e-Civil List. These would allow domain-specific filtering and officer selection, which could aid in identifying suitable officers for mission-mode projects and critical administrative assignments. However, he stressed that such AI features would be secure and access-controlled to ensure privacy and data protection.

Dr. Singh praised the move to go paperless, stating that discontinuing the printed Civil List significantly reduces government expenditure and supports eco-friendly governance practices. This transition aligns with India’s commitment to sustainable development and green administration.

The launch event saw the presence of several senior dignitaries and administrative leaders, including:

• Mr. S.N. Tripathi, Director General, Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA)


• Mr. Sriram Taranikanti, IAS, Director and Chairperson, Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA)


• Ms. Rachna Shah, Secretary, Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)


• Along with other senior government officials and experts in digital governance

Dr. Singh congratulated the DoPT team for their successful execution of this digital initiative, calling it a “model for other departments to follow” in India’s broader push for administrative modernization.

The e-Civil List 2025 is now publicly accessible through the official Department of Personnel and Training website:

This digital resource serves not only as a tool for administrative planning and inter-departmental coordination but also as a testament to the Centre’s commitment to open governance, transparency, and technological innovation.