11 Must-Have Indian Govt Apps (2025 Edition)

Here’s a curated list of 11 essential Indian government apps that every citizen should consider installing in 2025. These apps streamline access to public services, documents, payments, and citizen engagement—all from your smartphone:

App Name	Purpose & Key Features
UMANG	One-stop access to 1200+ services: EPFO, PAN, gas booking, tax filing, and more
DigiLocker	Secure cloud storage for official documents—DL, RC, Aadhaar, mark sheets, etc.
mAadhaar	Manage Aadhaar profile, lock biometrics, update address, scan QR
BHIM UPI	Fast, secure UPI payments with QR scanning and biometric login
mParivahan	Digital RC/DL, challan status, vehicle details, and road tax payments
mPassport Seva	Book passport appointments, track status, locate Passport Seva Kendras
Rail Connect (IRCTC)	Book/cancel train tickets, check PNR, Tatkal booking, and train schedules
GST Seva App	For businesses and taxpayers—track GSTIN, access rules/forms, file grievances
MyGov App	Participate in policy surveys, suggest ideas, engage with government campaigns
AIS for Taxpayers	View Annual Information Statement (AIS), TDS/TCS, dividends, refunds, and give feedback
RBI Retail Direct	Invest directly in Govt securities, T-bills, Sovereign Gold Bonds via RBI Gilt Account

Why These Apps Matter

• Financial clarity: AIS and RBI apps empower taxpayers and investors with real-time data.
• Paperless governance: DigiLocker, mAadhaar, and UMANG reduce dependency on physical documents.
• Citizen engagement: MyGov and GST Seva foster two-way communication with ministries.
• Mobility & convenience: From train tickets to passport appointments, everything’s mobile-first.