When Is DPIA Required Under DPDP?

High-risk personal data processing requires deeper evaluation and mitigation planning.

When Is DPIA Required?

Under the DPDP Act 2023 and the DPDP Rules 2025, a Data Protection Impact Assessment is expected whenever processing involves significant risk to data principals. This includes large-scale processing, sensitive personal data, automated decision-making, and processing by Significant Data Fiduciaries.

High-Risk Processing Triggers

• Large-scale processing of personal data
• Processing of sensitive personal data (health, financial, biometric)
• Automated profiling or decision-making that affects data principals
• Cross-border transfers to jurisdictions without adequate protection
• Processing by Significant Data Fiduciaries (annual DPIA required)

Explore structured DPDP DPIA workflows.