PFMS (Public Financial Management System) is a critical component in the technology architecture for public financial management in India. Here are the key points about PFMS integration in the tech architecture:PFMS is integrated with the core banking system of all banks in the country, allowing for real-time reporting of banking transactions.145 This integration enables PFMS to facilitate direct online payments to beneficiaries and vendors, improving efficiency and transparency.14PFMS is designed to support the government's Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) initiative, providing a platform for electronic transfer of benefits directly to the bank accounts of beneficiaries.145 This integration helps to reduce delays and leakages in the delivery of government subsidies and welfare payments.14The PFMS architecture also includes interfaces with other government systems, such as the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) and the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) system, to enable seamless data exchange and integration.45Enterprise architecture is crucial for PFMS, as it helps ensure that the various financial management information systems (FMIS) are integrated and efficiently support the organization's PFM processes.2 The guidelines for digital solutions in public financial management emphasize the importance of IT architectural principles, such as interoperability, modularity, and scalability, in the PFMS architecture.2Overall, the integration of PFMS into the technology architecture for public financial management in India is a key enabler for improving the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of government financial operations.1245