There are 28 states in India in 2025, along with 8 Union Territories.

How many states in India in 2025?

India has 28 states as of 2025, and this number has remained stable since the creation of Telangana in 2014. Multiple recent educational and exam- oriented sources (2024–2026) confirm that the official count continues to be 28 states and 8 Union Territories in 2025.

Quick Scoop

  • Total states in India (2025): 28.
  • Total Union Territories: 8.
  • Popular confusion about “29 states” is outdated; after Telangana was formed, the correct number has stayed at 28.

Short explanation

After the major reorganization that turned Jammu & Kashmir into Union Territories and the earlier creation of Telangana, no new states have been officially added up to and through 2025. That is why exam guides, school notes, and current affairs sites for 2025 all teach “28 states and 8 Union Territories.”

Mini FAQ

  1. How many states are there in India in 2025?
    • India has 28 states in 2025.
  1. How many Union Territories are there?
    • There are 8 Union Territories as per the latest updates used in 2025 learning material and exam prep.
  1. Has the number changed recently?
    • Recent 2025 educational blogs and static GK resources explicitly state that the latest count is still 28 states, not 29.

Simple HTML table (copy‑paste ready)

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<table>
  <thead>
    <tr>
      <th>Type</th>
      <th>Count (2025)</th>
    </tr>
  </thead>
  <tbody>
    <tr>
      <td>States</td>
      <td>28</td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td>Union Territories</td>
      <td>8</td>
    </tr>
  </tbody>
</table>

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