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Census 2027 Duty for Teachers in Odisha | S&ME Dept Order No. 11118
Mandatory Participation of School Teachers & Staff in Census 2027
Department: School & Mass Education, Government of Odisha
Letter No: 11118 | Date: 30.04.2026
Addressed to: All District Education Officers
Subject: Mandatory participation of school teachers and staff in Census 2027 Operations.
⚠️ Strict Compliance Required: It has come to notice that some private school authorities are preventing teachers and staff from discharging their duties as Enumerators/Supervisors. This is a violation of Census Act, 1948 & Census Rules, 1990.
📋 Census 2027 Status & Directives
📅 Census Phase 1
Currently ongoing in the State. Expected to be completed by 15th May 2026.
⚖️ Legal Status
Census duties are Statutory Functions under Census Act 1948 & Rules 1990. Any interference is a violation.
✅ Relief Order
All staff members appointed for Census duties must be relieved immediately to complete tasks within stipulated timeline.
🚫 No Restrictions
No teacher or staff member shall be restricted from performing these duties on any pretext.
Duties of Census Officers & Supervisors
Check detailed guidelines and responsibilities for Enumerators and Supervisors.
🚨 Warning to DEOs:
Negligence in exercising authority to ensure the success of the Census will be viewed seriously by the Department. All school authorities (Government and Private) must comply immediately.
Summary of Instructions
| Instruction | Action Required |
|---|---|
| Relieve Staff | Relieve all staff appointed for Census duties immediately to complete tasks on time. |
| No Restrictions | Ensure no teacher is restricted from performing Census duties on any pretext. |
| Scope | Applies to both Government and Private school authorities. |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is participation in Census 2027 mandatory for school teachers?
Yes. Census duties are statutory functions under the Census Act 1948 & Census Rules 1990. Participation is mandatory for all appointed staff.
2. What is the timeline for Census 2027?
The first phase of Census 2027 is currently ongoing in the State and is expected to be completed by 15th May 2026.
3. Can private schools restrict teachers from Census duty?
No. Any interference by school authorities (Govt or Private) in preventing teachers from discharging Census duties is a serious violation of government directives.
4. What action should District Education Officers take?
DEOs must issue immediate instructions to ensure all appointed staff are relieved to complete their Census tasks within the stipulated timeline without any restrictions.
5. What happens if a school prevents a teacher from Census duty?
Negligence in exercising authority to ensure the success of the Census will be viewed seriously by the Department.