What is the eligibility for applying for a new Voter ID Card?

Applicants must be Indian and at least 18 years old to apply for a Voter ID Card.

What documents are needed to apply for a Voter ID Card?

Documents like an aadhaar card, proof of address, and passport-sized photographs are needed.

Can I apply for a Voter ID Card online?

Yes, you can apply through the Voter Service's Portal.

How long does it take to receive a Voter ID Card after applying?

It usually takes about 30 days to receive a Voter ID Card after applying.

Can I edit my Voter ID application?

Yes, you can apply correction on the Voter Service's Portal to do the edits.

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Step-by-Step Guide To Apply For A Voter ID Card?

Neha Gupta

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:49 AM

Step-by-Step Guide To Apply For A Voter ID Card?

India is the largest democratic country in the world! It’s in the hands of the people to decide who they want to form the government. The people speak and the government listens. In 2024, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar announced a record-breaking voter turnout in India's Lok Sabha elections, with 64.2 crore voters. Want to know what are the requirements to register to vote? Let’s take a look at it.

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Voter Registration

In the Indian elections, all citizens above 18 can vote. However, they have to register themselves first as voters with the Election Commission of India (ECI). Without enrolling as a voter, they will not be able to participate in the voting process.

After registering as a voter with the ECI, they will receive their Voter ID card. Having a Voter ID card shows that the person is above the age of 18 and can take part in the voting process during elections.

The Voter ID card helps prevent fraud and smoother the voting process, which is important because of the large population. Getting a Voter ID card is simple and can be done online.

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What Is The Eligibility Criteria To Apply For A Voter ID Card?

People who meet the following criteria will be eligible for voter registration in India.

Citizen of India.
18 years of age.
Have a permanent address in India

The following people are not eligible for voter registration in India.

A Non-Resident Indian (NRI) having citizenship in another country.
An individual with an unsound mind.
An individual convicted of certain crimes.
An individual serving a sentence of imprisonment for an offence.\

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Documents Required For Voter Registration

The applicants will have to submit the following documents while applying for voter registration.

Address Proof

Utility bills (Water, electricity or gas bills that are not older than a year).
Current passbook of a public sector bank, scheduled bank or post office.
Registered rental or lease agreement (in case of a tenant).
Registered sale deed (in case of own land).
Aadhaar card.
Indian Passport.
Revenue department’s land-owning records, including KisanBahi.

Proof of Date of Birth

Certificates of class X or class XII issued by the CBSE, ICSE or State Education Boards containing the date of birth.
Birth certificate issued by the competent local body, municipal authority, or Registrar of births and deaths.
Driving license.
Aadhaar card.
PAN card.
Indian Passport.

Recent passport-sized photographs

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How To Register To Vote In India?

Citizens who meet the eligibility criteria can register to vote online or offline.

How To Register To Vote Online?

Visit the Voter Services Portal.
Click on ‘Sign Up’.
Enter the required credentials.
Click on ‘Request OTP’.
Enter OTP.
Then log in by entering the mobile number, password, and captcha.
Click on ‘Verify & Login’.
Click the ‘Fill Form 6’ button on the ‘New registration for general electors’ tab.
Enter all the details on Form 6.
Click ‘Preview and Submit’.
After reviewing all the details, click ‘Submit’.

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How To Register To Vote Offline?

Visit the Booth Level Officer’s (BLO) office and get Form 6 or download Form 6 from the Voter Services Portal by clicking the ‘Download’ button on the ‘New registration for general electors’ tab.
Fill out Form 6.
Attach the necessary documents.
Submit the form to the BLO.

If there are no inconsistencies in the form, the applicant will become eligible for a Voter ID card. It will be delivered by post to the address mentioned within 2-3 weeks.

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How Do I Check My Registration Status?

People can check their voter registration status by following these steps.

Step 1: Visit the official Voter Services Portal.

Step 2: Click the ‘Login’ button.

Step 4: Enter the OTP and click the ‘Verify and Login’ button.

Step 5: Click the ‘Track Application Status’ option.

Step 6: Enter the reference number, select state and click the ‘Submit’ button.

Step 7: The voter registration status will be shown on the screen.

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Conclusion

Voting is a very important part of being an Indian citizen as it can majorly affect the formation of government. All citizens have to make a thorough decision when it comes to choosing whom to vote for. New voters should make sure they get their Voter ID card to be a part of the decision-making process.

For more information on voter registration, click here. For any queries, call 1950.

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