According to the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025 report, published in February 2026 by the Portulans Institute, what is India’s rank?

India’s rank in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025, published in February 2026 by the Portulans Institute, is 45th (45वीं). India climbed four places compared to the previous year, improving its score from 53.63 in 2024 to 54.43 in 2025.

Key Facts about India’s NRI 2025 Performance

• Global Position: 45th out of 127 economies.
• Improvement: Up 4 ranks from 2024.
• Score: Increased to 54.43/100 (from 53.63/100 in 2024).
• Top Indicators:
  • 1st rank globally in:
    • Annual investment in telecommunication services
    • AI scientific publications
    • ICT services exports
    • E-commerce legislation
  • 2nd rank globally in:
    • FTTH/Building Internet subscriptions
    • Mobile broadband affordability

About the NRI

• Published annually by the Portulans Institute (Washington, DC).
• Evaluates 127 economies on four pillars:
  • Technology
  • People
  • Governance
  • Impact
• Uses 53 indicators to measure digital readiness and competitiveness.