The Kuppuswamy’s socioeconomic status scale revised for the current year using real-time update tool, was used for the socioeconomic status classification. How to cite: Modified Kuppuswamy socio-economic Scale The scale was initially developed to measure an individual's socio-economic status (SES), but it was later adapted to assess the SES of a family. The evaluation is based on three key factors: the educational level of the head of the family, the occupation of the head of the family, and the family's total monthly income. Each factor is divided into subgroups with assigned scores. The education parameter ranges from 1 to 7, the occupation parameter ... The modified Kuppuswamy scale requires periodic updates to reflect contemporary socioeconomic realities in India. Socioeconomic status (SES) significantly influences health outcomes and disparities across populations. Income thresholds for the scale are adjusted using the consumer price index for industrial workers (CPI-IW). The inflation rate for January 2025 was calculated at 3.09%, affecting SES assessments. Accurate SES assessment is crucial for epidemiological research and equitable ... Kuppuswamy's SES scale The modified Kuppuswamy scale is commonly used to measure SES in urban and rural areas. This scale was devised by Kuppuswamy in 1976 and consists of a composite score which includes the education and occupation of the Family Head along with income per month of the family, which yields a score of 3–29.
