Voter List 2026

The voter list for 2026 has been made available on the official website of the Indian Election Commission. With the ease of the online system, you are no longer required to visit a booth with your ID proof or other necessary documents to look up your name on the voters list.

Updated On - 21 Jun 2026
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How to Download Voter List?

Follow the steps mentioned below to download the voter list -  

Step 1: Go to the official website voters.eci.gov.in/download-eroll.

Step 2: Select your State from the dropdown menu, then select the publication year (such as 2024, 2025, or 2026).

Step 3: Choose your District and your Assembly Constituency (AC) from the dropdowns.

Step 4: Select the roll type (for example, 'Final Roll') and choose your preferred language.

Step 5: A list of polling stations (parts) for your constituency will appear. Select the polling station that matches your area.

Step 6: Enter the captcha code shown on the screen.

Step 7: Click the 'Download Selected PDF' button to download the voter list for your polling station.

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How to Check your Name on Electoral Roll by ‘Search by Details’ ?

Step 1: Visit the Electoral Search website and search for your name in the voter list.

Step 2: You'll see three options: 'Search by Details', 'Search by EPIC', and 'Search by Mobile'. Select 'Search by Details'.

Step 3: Fill in your full name, your father's or husband's name, your age or date of birth, and your gender.

Step 4: Select your State, and if available, choose your District and Assembly Constituency from the dropdowns too (this narrows the search and gives more accurate results).

Step 5: Enter the captcha code shown on screen and click 'Search'.

Step 6: If your details match a record, your voter information will be displayed, including your EPIC number, polling station, and constituency details.

How to Check your Name on Voter List by ‘Search by Mobile’ ?

Given below are the steps to search for your name on the voter list by using the ‘Search by Mobile’ option: 

Step 1: Go to electoralsearch.eci.gov.in and choose the 'Search by Mobile' option.

Step 2: Select your state and enter your mobile number, then click 'Next'.

Step 3: Enter the captcha code shown and click 'Verify Captcha & Send OTP'.

Step 4: Enter the OTP you receive on your mobile number and click 'Verify OTP & Search'.

Step 5: You'll be able to see whether your name is on the voter list or not.

How to Check your Name on Electoral Roll Online?

It is important to check if your name is on the voter list or not. To check your name on voter list online, follow the steps mentioned below - 

Step 1: Go to voters.eci.gov.in.

Step 2: On the homepage, look for the 'Search Your Name in Voter List' option under the Electors section.

Step 3: Choose your preferred search method (by Details, EPIC, or Mobile) and enter the required details.

Step 4: Enter the captcha code and click 'Search'.

Step 5: The result will show on screen, telling you whether your name is on the voter list.

How to Search your Name on the Voter List by EPIC Number?

Follow the steps mentioned below to search your name on the voter list through your EPIC number - 

Step 1: Go to electoralsearch.eci.gov.in and choose the 'Search by EPIC' option.

Step 2: Enter your EPIC number and select the state you live in.

Step 3: Type the code shown in the captcha image.

Step 4: Click 'Search'. If your EPIC number matches a record, your name and voter details will be displayed on screen. If not, your name likely isn't on the voter list, or there may be a mismatch in the EPIC number entered.

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Importance of the Voter List

  • The electoral roll is a document that lists the names of registered voters for a particular constituency.
  • In the electoral roll, there is no discrimination against anyone on any parameter. The document also ensures that the election process is carried out in a procedural manner.
  • The list also ensures that if your name is not present on the list, you will be denied the right to vote.
  • The updating process in the voters' list is also important as all those people who have turned 18 years of age are eligible to vote, provided they have their names added to the list. The names of people who are deceased but still have their names on the voters' list will be removed.
  • The updation process of electoral rolls also confirms that no fake voters have been included in the list. This has proved to be a major problem in the past.

What is Included in Electoral Roll?

The following details are included in the electoral roll:

  • The full name of the person
  • Date of birth
  • Photograph
  • Signature sample
  • National ID number
  • Registration address
  • Code of the polling station
  • Name of the polling station
  • Area or locality

The electoral authorities use these details to authorise the person's identity at the election booths.

FAQs on Voter List

  1. How and by whom is the voter list prepared? 

    The voter list is prepared by the Election Commission of India, State Election Commission, and chief electoral officers of each state.

  2. Can one be enrolled as a voter at more than one place?

    No, a person can be enrolled as a voter at only one place.

  3. Why is the voting age 18 in India?

    The voting age was reduced from 21 years to 18 years to allow the youth especially the unrepresented ones to express their feelings and become a part of the political process in a seamless manner.

  4. What are the two types of voters?

    The two types of voters are closed list system voters where they will not have any influence on a candidate of a political party, and the other is the open list system voters where they not only have the right to cast their votes but also determine the order of assigning of seats.

  5. Who is the father of election in India? 

    Sukumar Sen conducted the first election in India and went on to conduct the second general elections in the country too.

  6. Who gave the right to vote in India? 

    Technically, Sarojini Naidu was the first to protest in 1917 where she asked women to be given the voting rights in India.

  7. What is the voter list. Mention its importance?

    Voter list helps in streamlining voting on the day of elections as well as ensure there are no electoral frauds too. The voter list also ensures that an individual doesn’t cast their votes multiple times.

  8. Who prepares the list of voters?

    The Election Commission of India prepares the list of voters in India. 

  9. Is voting a right or a duty? 

    Voting in India is considered to be a right. Any Indian who meets the eligibility criteria has the right to cast their vote for the candidate of their choice. 

  10. Who was not given the right to vote?

    Anyone who is below the age of 18 years cannot exercise their right to vote. A person should not have any criminal case going on against them if they intent to vote. Apart from that individual who is not an Indian or does not hold a valid voter id card cannot exercise their right to vote in India. 

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