New Commemorative Coin: 75th Anniversary of National Sample Survey

The Government of India will issue a ₹75 commemorative coin to mark the 75th Anniversary of the National Sample Survey. The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on June 27, 2025, confirming this coin.

The National Sample Survey (NSS) is a large-scale, nationwide survey conducted by the Government of India to collect vital socio-economic data. Initiated in 1950, it provides statistical insights on various subjects such as employment, consumption, health, education, and housing. Conducted through periodic rounds by the National Statistical Office (NSO), the NSS plays a crucial role in shaping evidence-based policies and tracking developmental progress across the country. Its data is widely used by policymakers, researchers, and institutions to understand the living conditions of both urban and rural populations.

The metal composition of the ₹75 coin will consist of Pure Silver (99.9%). The coin will weigh 40 grams and have a diameter of 44 mm, featuring 200 serrations along the edge. The coin's description is as follows.

Obverse: The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the center with the legend "सत्यमेव जयते" inscribed below, flanked on the left periphery with the word “भारत” in Devanagari script and on the right periphery with the word “INDIA” in English. It shall also bear the Rupee symbol “₹” and denominational value “75” in the international numerals below the Lion Capitol.

Reverse: This face of coin shall bear the logo of the 75th National Sample Survey in the centre of the coin. The inscription “सांख्यिकी एवं कार्यक्रम कार्यान्वयन मंत्रालय” below which “राष्ट्रीय सांख्यिकी कार्यालय” shall be written in Devanagari script on the upper periphery and the inscription “National Statistics Office” and below which “Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation” in English shall be depicted on the lower periphery of the coin. The year “1950” and “2025” shall be written in international numeral respectively above and below the logo of the 75th National Sample Survey.

The commemorative coin is scheduled to be released as part of the 19th Statistics Day on June 29, 2025, at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. The possibility and upcoming coins page have been updated for your reference.