Hello, PRPunjab Readers! If you are a citizen of India and above 18 years of age, you have the right to vote in the elections. But before you can cast your vote, you need to make sure that your name is on the voter list or electoral roll. The voter list is a list of all the eligible voters in a constituency, who can exercise their franchise in the elections. The voter list is prepared and updated by the Election Commission of India (ECI), which is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering election processes in India.
But how can you check if your name is on the voter list or not? And what if you don’t have your voter ID card or EPIC (Electoral Photo Identity Card) with you? Don’t worry, we have got you covered. In this article, we will tell you the various ways to find your name in the voter list, how to search voter ID card details by name, how to search voter ID without voter ID card, how to search voter card by epic number, how to contact voter helpline, how to download e voter card, and how to find your polling station online. So, read on and get ready to vote!
How to search your name in the voter list or electoral roll?
There are two ways to search your name in the voter list or electoral roll: online and offline. Let’s see how to do both.
Online method
The online method is the easiest and fastest way to check your name in the voter list. You can do it from the comfort of your home or anywhere else, as long as you have an internet connection and a device. Here are the steps to follow:
- Visit the official website of the National Voters’ Service Portal (NVSP) at https://voters.eci.gov.in/.
- On the homepage, click on the ‘Search your name in electoral roll’ option.
- You will see two options: ‘Search by EPIC number’ and ‘Search by details’. Choose the one that suits you.
- If you choose ‘Search by EPIC number’, enter your EPIC number, which is a 10-digit alphanumeric code printed on your voter ID card, and select your state from the drop-down menu. Then, enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- If you choose ‘Search by details’, enter your name, father’s or husband’s name, age or date of birth, gender, state, district, and assembly constituency. You can also enter your mobile number and email ID for future communication. Then, enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- You will see the results on the screen. If your name is on the voter list, you will see your details such as name, EPIC number, polling station, assembly constituency, parliamentary constituency, etc. You can also download and print your voter slip, which is a document that helps you to identify yourself at the polling station.
- If your name is not on the voter list, you will see a message saying ‘No record found’. In that case, you need to register yourself as a new voter or update your details if you have shifted your residence or made any corrections.
Offline method
The offline method is the traditional way of checking your name in the voter list. You can do it by visiting your nearest electoral registration office or designated locations such as post offices, public libraries, etc. where the voter list is displayed. Here are the steps to follow:
- Find out the address and contact details of your electoral registration office or designated location from the ECI website https://www.eci.gov.in or the NVSP website https://voters.eci.gov.in/.
- Visit the office or location and ask for the voter list of your assembly constituency.
- Search for your name in the voter list by using your EPIC number or your name and other details.
- If your name is on the voter list, you can verify your details and get a copy of your voter slip from the office or location.
- If your name is not on the voter list, you can fill and submit the relevant form for new registration or correction of entries. You can also get the forms from the office or location or download them from the NVSP website https://voters.eci.gov.in/.
How to search voter ID card details by name?
If you have lost or misplaced your voter ID card or EPIC, you can still search for your voter ID card details by name online. Here are the steps to follow:
- Visit the official website of the Electoral Search at https://electoralsearch.eci.gov.in/.
- Select the search by details option.
- Fill in the details asked for such as name, date of birth, father’s or husband’s name, gender and state.
- Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- You will see the results on the screen. If your details match the records, you will see your EPIC number at the bottom of the screen. You can also view your polling station, assembly constituency, parliamentary constituency, etc.
- You can use your EPIC number to download your e-EPIC or digital voter ID card from the NVSP website https://voters.eci.gov.in/ or the ECI website https://voters.eci.gov.in/login.
How to search voter ID without voter ID card?
If you don’t have your voter ID card or EPIC with you, you can still search for your voter ID without voter ID card online. Here are the steps to follow:
- Visit the official website of the NVSP at https://voters.eci.gov.in/.
- On the homepage, click on the ‘Download e-EPIC’ option.
- Enter your EPIC number or Form Reference Number, which is a unique number generated when you apply for voter registration or correction of entries.
- Verify the OTP sent on your registered mobile number.
- Click on ‘Download e-EPIC’.
- You will get your e-EPIC or digital voter ID card in a PDF format. You can save it on your mobile or computer or print it and self-laminate it.
How to search voter card by epic number?
If you have your EPIC number with you, you can easily search for your voter card by epic number online. Here are the steps to follow:
- Visit the official website of the NVSP at https://voters.eci.gov.in/.
- On the homepage, click on the ‘Search your name in electoral roll’ option.
- Select the ‘Search by EPIC number’ option.
- Enter your EPIC number and select your state from the drop-down menu.
- Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- You will see the results on the screen. You will see your details such as name, polling station, assembly constituency, parliamentary constituency, etc. You can also download and print your voter slip.
How to contact voter helpline?
If you have any queries or complaints related to electoral services, you can contact the voter helpline in the following ways:
- Call the toll-free number 1950 (please add your STD code before dialling).
- Visit the official website of the National Grievance Redressal System at ⁵ and register your complaint online.
- Download the Voter Helpline app from the Google Play Store or the App Store and register your complaint through the app.
- Use the ‘Voter Mitra’ chatbot on the NVSP website or the ECI website to register your complaint or get answers to your queries.
How to download e voter card?
e voter card or e-EPIC is a portable document format (PDF) version of the EPIC or voter ID card, which can be downloaded on mobile or computer. You can use it as a proof of document for voter identification. Here are the steps to download e voter card:
- Visit the official website of the NVSP at https://voters.eci.gov.in/ or the ECI website at voters.eci.gov.in
- Register or login on the website with your mobile number or email ID.
- Enter your EPIC number or Form Reference Number.
- Verify the OTP sent on your registered mobile number.
- Click on ‘Download e-EPIC.
- You will get your e-EPIC or digital voter ID card in a PDF format. You can save it on your mobile or computer or print it and self-laminate it.
How to find your polling station online?
Your polling station is the place where you have to go to cast your vote on the day of the election. It is assigned by the district election officer (DEO) based on your address and assembly constituency. You can find your polling station online in the following ways:
- Visit the official website of the Electoral Search at https://electoralsearch.eci.gov.in/.
- Select the search by EPIC number or search by details option.
- Enter your EPIC number or your name and other details.
- Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- You will see the results on the screen. You will see your polling station name and address along with a Google map link. You can click on the link to see the exact location of your polling station.
- Alternatively, you can visit the official website of the National Government Services Portal at ⁸ and click on the ‘Search polling station location online by Election Commission of India’ option. You can then select your state, district, assembly constituency and polling station to see the location of your polling station on Google map.
How to find wife’s voter ID online?
If you want to find your wife’s voter ID online, you can do it by using her name and other details. Here are the steps to follow:
- Visit the official website of the Electoral Search at https://electoralsearch.eci.gov.in/.
- Select the search by details option.Enter
- Enter your wife’s name, father’s or husband’s name, age or date of birth, gender, state, district, and assembly constituency. You can also enter her mobile number and email ID for future communication. Then, enter the captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- You will see the results on the screen. If her name is on the voter list, you will see her details such as name, EPIC number, polling station, assembly constituency, parliamentary constituency, etc. You can also download and print her voter slip, which is a document that helps her to identify herself at the polling station.
- If her name is not on the voter list, you will see a message saying ‘No record found’. In that case, she needs to register herself as a new voter or update her details if she has shifted her residence or made any corrections.
Ways to find your name in voter list
There are many ways to find your name in voter list or electoral roll in India. Here are some of the most common and convenient ways:
- Online method: You can use the NVSP website , the Electoral Search website , or the Voter Helpline app to search your name in the voter list by using your EPIC number or your name and other details. You can also download your e-EPIC or voter slip from these platforms.
- Offline method: You can visit your nearest electoral registration office or designated location where the voter list is displayed and search your name in the voter list by using your EPIC number or your name and other details. You can also get a copy of your voter slip from there.
- SMS method: You can send an SMS to 1950 with the format and get a reply with your name, polling station, assembly constituency, and parliamentary constituency. For example, if your EPIC number is ABC1234567 and your state code is PB, you can send an SMS to 1950 as ABC1234567 PB and get the details.
- IVRS method: You can call the toll-free number 1950 and follow the interactive voice response system (IVRS) to search your name in the voter list by using your EPIC number or your name and other details. You can also get information about your polling station, assembly constituency, and parliamentary constituency.
FAQ
How can I apply for a new voter ID card or EPIC?
You can apply for a new voter ID card or EPIC online through the NVSP website or the Voter Helpline app by filling and submitting the Form 6. You can also apply offline by visiting your nearest electoral registration office or designated location and submitting the Form 6 along with the required documents.
How can I update or correct my details in the voter list or electoral roll?
You can update or correct your details in the voter list or electoral roll online through the NVSP website or the Voter Helpline app by filling and submitting the Form 8. You can also update or correct your details offline by visiting your nearest electoral registration office or designated location and submitting the Form 8 along with the required documents.
How can I delete or remove my name from the voter list or electoral roll?
You can delete or remove your name from the voter list or electoral roll online through the NVSP website or the Voter Helpline app by filling and submitting the Form 7. You can also delete or remove your name offline by visiting your nearest electoral registration office or designated location and submitting the Form 7 along with the required documents.
How can I check the status of my voter ID card or EPIC application or correction?
You can check the status of your voter ID card or EPIC application or correction online through the NVSP website or the Voter Helpline app by entering your Form Reference Number or EPIC number. You can also check the status offline by visiting your nearest electoral registration office or designated location and asking for the status.