The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme for five years. The scheme aims to modernize immigration services in India using digital technology. It improves visa processing, foreigner registration, and tracking systems. The initiative strengthens national security, enhances ease of travel, and supports efficient data management. It also integrates various agencies for better coordination. This move is important for managing increasing international travel and ensuring secure borders.
The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme for another five years in 2026. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
The IVFRT scheme was originally launched in 2013. Its aim is to modernize India’s immigration system using digital technology.
1.IVFRT Scheme is implemented by which ministry?
A) Ministry of External Affairs
B) Ministry of Home Affairs
C) Ministry of Defence
D) Ministry of Tourism
Answer: B
2.IVFRT Scheme was launched in which year?
A) 2010
B) 2013
C) 2016
D) 2018
Answer: B
3.IVFRT scheme mainly deals with:
A) Agriculture reforms
B) Immigration and visa systems
C) Education policy
D) Health services
Answer: B
4.IVFRT scheme supports which initiative?
A) Make in India
B) Skill India
C) Digital India
D) Start-up India
Answer: C
5.Which agency is linked with IVFRT implementation?
A) SEBI
B) RBI
C) Bureau of Immigration
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: C
1. Which of the following schemes is related to immigration services in India?
Answer: IVFRT Scheme
2. e-Governance initiatives in India are mainly aimed at:
Answer: Improving service delivery using digital technology
Students often confuse IVFRT with e-Visa system. IVFRT is a broader system that includes e-Visa services.
Focus on scheme objectives, ministry, launch year, and its link to Digital India.