Indian states and capitals

FAQs on State and Union Territory Capitals of India

• How many states and union territories are there in India?

  India has 28 states and 8 union territories. Each has its own administrative capital where key government offices and officials are located.  

• What is the capital of India?

  The capital of India is New Delhi, which serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

• Why are state capitals important?

  State capitals are the administrative hubs where the government functions, including the Chief Minister’s office, legislative assembly, and key departments.

• Which state has more than one capital in India?

  Jammu and Kashmir has two capitals – Srinagar (summer) and Jammu (winter). This is due to weather and administrative convenience.  

• What is the capital of the newest Indian state, Telangana?

  The capital of Telangana is Hyderabad, which it currently shares with Andhra Pradesh until a new capital is finalized.  

• Have there been any recent changes in Indian state or UT capitals?

  Yes. In 2019, Jammu & Kashmir was reorganized into two union territories – Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, each with separate capitals.  

• Which state capital is known as the ‘City of Lakes’?

  Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh, is famously called the City of Lakes due to its numerous natural and artificial lakes.  

• Are all Indian union territories centrally administered?

  Yes, union territories are governed directly by the Central Government, though some like Delhi and Puducherry have their own legislative assemblies.  

• Where can I find the complete list of all state and union territory capitals in India?

  You can find the updated list of Indian states and union territory capitals on this page. It includes each state/UT, its capital, and year of establishment.  

• Which Indian capital is located on the coast?

  Several capitals like Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Mumbai (Maharashtra), and Panaji (Goa) are located along India’s coastline.  

• How can this list help in competitive exam preparation?

  Knowing the state and UT capitals is important for exams like UPSC, SSC, and other government tests. Regularly revising this list can boost general knowledge scores.