Neighbouring Countries of India 2026: Map, Capitals, and Bordering States

Located in Southern Asia, India is a prominent nation in the Northern and Eastern Hemispheres. Ranking as the world's seventh-largest country by land area and the most populous nation, India features a diverse geography with a land border spanning 15,106.7 km and a vast coastline of 7,516.6 km. This guide provides a comprehensive list of India's neighbouring countries and the specific states that share borders with them. Reviewing these details will strengthen your general knowledge for geography-based questions in competitive examinations.

Neighbouring Countries of India: Overview

India maintains a land frontier of 15,106.7 km, while its total coastline extends for 7,516.6 km.  India shares international borders with nine countries, namely Afghanistan, Pakistan, China, Bhutan, Nepal, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Sri Lanka.

Article Name	India'Afghanistans Neighboring Countries
Total Neighbouring Countries Of India	9
Neighbouring Countries Of India	Afghanisthan, Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives and MyanmarTotal
Total Land Border Of India	15,106.7 k.m.
Toatal Length Of Indian Coastline	7516.6 km
Covers	Neighboring Countries Static Gk
Exams Covered	All exams
Source	Government of India Website

India's Neighbouring Countries Name, Capital, Border, States

Refer to the table below for a breakdown of capitals, total border lengths, and the specific Indian states that share boundaries with our neighbours.

Country	Capital	Border Length	Bordering States
Afghanistan	Kabul	106 Km	Ladakh (PoK)
Bangladesh	Dhaka	4096.7 Km	West Bengal, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Tripura and Assam
Bhutan	Thimphu	699 Km	West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh & Assam
China	Beijing	3488 Km	Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh
Myanmar	Naypyidaw, Yangon	1643 Km	Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur
Nepal	Kathmandu	1751 Km	Bihar, Uttarakhand, UP, Sikkim and West Bengal
Pakistan	Islamabad	3323 Km	Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat
Sri Lanka	Colombo (Commercial), Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (Legislative)	Sea Border	It is separated to India by Gulf of Mannar
Maldives	Male	Sea Border	It lies in the south-west part of India Ocean below the Lakshadweep Island

Neighbouring Countries of India Map

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Neighbouring Countries of India

Master these essential facts about India's neighbouring countries, which are frequently tested in various government and one-day competitive exams.

1. Sri Lanka

We have compiled critical information regarding Sri Lanka that every government job aspirant should know for state and central-level recruitment tests.

Some Important Fact About Sri Lanka
President	Gotabaya Rajapaksa
Prime Minister	Mahindra Rajapaksa
Chief Justice	Jayantha Jayasuriya
Official languages	Sinhala, Tamil
State/ Provinces	9 states
Capital and largest city	Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Currency	Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
National Game	Volleyball
National Bird	Ceylon (Jungle Fowl)
National Fruit	Jackfruit
National Tree	Ironwood
National Flower	Bluewater Lily
Highest peak	Pidurutalagala
Longest river	Mahaweli
Religion	70.2% Buddhism, 12.6% Hinduism
Parliament	Parliamenthua (225 seats)
Famous festivals	Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Vesak, Poson Festival, Kandy Esala Perahera, Kataragama Festival, Vel Festival, Deepavali

2. China

Review these key insights on China, which are highly relevant for candidates preparing for state and central government examinations.

Some Important Fact About China
President	Xi Jinping
Official languages	Mandarin
State/ Provinces	26 Provinces
Capital	Beijing
Currency	Chinese Yuan (CNY)
National Game	Table Tennis
National Bird	Red-crowned crane
National Fruit	Kiwifruit
National Tree	Maidenhair Tree
National Flower	Plum Blossom (Prunus mei)
National animal	Giant Panda
Longest river	Yangtze River
Boundaries	Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand and Arunachal Pradesh
Parliament	National Assembly (2980 members)
Border	McMahon Line

3. Myanmar

Discover important facts about Myanmar, covering details essential for aspirants targeting state and central government job opportunities.

Some Important Fact About Myanmar
President	Win Myint
Prime Minister	Aung San Suu Kyi
National anthem	Kaba Ma Kyei
Official languages	Burmese
National animal	Tiger
Capital and largest city	Naypyidaw
Currency	Burmese Kyat
National Game	Chinlone (Caneball)
National Bird	Grey Peacock-Pheasant
National Fruit	Padauk
National Tree	Green Peafowl
Parliament	The House of Representatives (440 seats)
Highest peak	Hkakabo Razi
Longest river	Irrawaddy River
Famous festivals	Thingyan, Kasone, Nayon

4. Afghanistan

Here is an overview of vital information about Afghanistan, tailored for government job seekers preparing for competitive assessments.

Some Important Fact About Afghanistan
President	Ashraf Ghani
Parliament	Wolesi Jirga (Lower House) (250 members)
Official languages	Dari and Pashto
State/ Provinces	34 Proviences
Capital and largest city	Kabul
Currency	Afghan afghani
National Game	Buzkashi
National Bird	Grey Peacock-the Golden eagle
National Fruit	Prunus persica
National Tree	Afghan Pine
National animal	Snow Leopard
Border	Durand Line

5. Bhutan

Learn about our neighbour Bhutan through these essential facts, designed to help government job aspirants excel in their exam preparations.

Some Important Fact About Bhutan
Name of king	Druk Gyalpo (Dragon King)
Monarch	Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
Prime Minister	Lotay Tshering
Upper house	National Council
Official languages	Dzongkha
State/ Provinces	20 states
Capital and largest city	Thimphu
Currency	Ngultrum (BTN)
National Animal	Takin
National Bird	The Raven
National Game	Archery
National Tree	Cypress(Tsenden)
National Flower	Blue poppy
Religion	77.4% Vajrayana Buddhism, 22.6% Hinduism
Lower house	National Assembly (Tshogdu) 55 seats

6. Nepal

Check these key facts about Nepal, which are crucial for candidates appearing in various government recruitment examinations.

Some Important Fact About Nepal
President	Bidhya Devi Bhandari
Prime Minister	KP Sharma Oli
Official languages	Nepali
State/ Provinces	7 Provinces
Capital and largest city	Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Currency	Nepalese rupee
National Game	Volleyball
National Bird	Himalayan monal (Lophophorus impejanus)
National Animal	Cow
National Tree	Ficus religiosa
National Flower	Rhododendron
Highest peak	Mount Everest
Longest river	Karnali
Parliament	The National Assembly (275 seats)

7. Bangladesh

Gain a better understanding of Bangladesh with these important details, essential for all serious government job aspirants.

Some Important Fact About Bangladesh
President	Abdul Hamid
Prime Minister	Sheikh Hasina
Official languages	Bengali
State/ Provinces	8 Provinces
Capital	Dhaka
Currency	Bangladeshi taka
National Game	Volleyball
National Bird	Oriental Magpie-Robin
National Fruit	Jackfruit(kathal)
National Tree	Mango Tree
National animal	Royal Bengal tiger
Highest peak	Keokradong
Longest river	Surma
Religion	70.2% Buddhism, 12.6% Hinduism
Parliament	Jatiyo Shangsad (Bengali) and House of the Nation(English) (350 Member)
Border	Radcliffe Line

8. Pakistan

Explore significant facts regarding Pakistan, a key topic for aspirants preparing for central and state-level competitive exams.

Some Important Facts About Pakistan
President	Arif Alvi
Prime Minister	Imran Khan
Official languages	Urdu, English
State/ Provinces	4 Provinces
Capital	Islamabad
Currency	Pakistani Rupee
National Game	Field Hockey
National Bird	Chukar partridge
National Fruit	Mango(Summer), Guava (Winter)
National Tree	Deodar
National Anthem	Quami Taranah
Highest peak	K2
Longest river	Indus River
Religion	Islam
Parliament	National Assembly (342 seats)
Border	Radcliffe Line

9. The Maldives

We provide all the necessary details about the Maldives that candidates must know to score well in government and administrative exams.

Some Important Fact About Maldives
President	Ibrahim Mohamed Solih
Parliament	People's Majlis
Official languages	Dhivehi
State/ Provinces	1 Only
Capital and largest city	Male
Currency	Maldivian Rufiyaa
National Game	Football
National Bird	White-breasted Waterhen
National Fruit	Coconut
National Tree	Coconut Tree
National animal	Yellowfin Tuna