Smart Cities Mission — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Smart Cities Mission 2026 — 100 Smart Cities ₹2.05 Lakh Crore Urban Development | UPSC Favourite |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2015 |
| Benefit | 100 cities get smart infrastructure — roads, water, power, WiFi, CCTV, smart parking, command centres |
| Category | Infrastructure |
| Last Verified | 3 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://smartcities.gov.in |
What is Smart Cities Mission?
Smart Cities Mission (SCM) launched in June 2015 aims to develop 100 cities across India with smart infrastructure, ICT solutions, and citizen-centric services. ₹2.05 lakh crore total investment (central + state + PPP). Focus on smart roads, smart water, smart power, IT connectivity, e-governance, and sustainable environment. All 100 cities have formed Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and 7,800+ projects worth ₹1.78 lakh crore completed. A staple topic in UPSC and state PSC examinations.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive 100 cities get smart infrastructure — roads, water, power, WiFi, CCTV, smart parking, command centres. The scheme was launched in 2015 and is implemented by the Government of India.
स्मार्ट सिटीज मिशन जून 2015 में लॉन्च। 100 शहरों में ₹2.05 लाख करोड़ निवेश। Smart roads, water, power, ICT, e-governance। सभी 100 शहरों में Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) बने। 7,800+ projects पूरे। UPSC और राज्य PSC परीक्षाओं का प्रमुख विषय।
100 शहरों में smart infrastructure — roads, water, power, WiFi, CCTV, smart parking, command centre
Benefits of Smart Cities Mission
100 cities get smart infrastructure — roads, water, power, WiFi, CCTV, smart parking, command centres
Who is Eligible for Smart Cities Mission?
- ✓Citizens residing in the 100 designated Smart Cities benefit directly
- ✓Smart city services (WiFi, smart parking, digital citizen services) open to all residents
- ✓No individual application — mission benefits entire city's residents
Documents Required for Smart Cities Mission
How to Apply for Smart Cities Mission Online?
- 1smartcities.gov.in पर अपने शहर का smart city project plan देखें
- 2Smart city services (WiFi, e-services, smart parking) नगर निगम की app से access करें
- 3City's SCM portal पर citizen feedback दे सकते हैं
Official Government Portal
Apply directly on the official government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗Apply on smartcities.gov.inFrequently Asked Questions — Smart Cities Mission
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