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Apply for Inclusion in the Electoral Roll (Form 6)

How to Register as a New Voter or Apply if Your Name is Missing from the Electoral Roll

A first-time voter registering online with a Voter ID card and a verification checkmark

This page explains how to apply for inclusion in the Electoral Roll using Form 6. You can submit Form 6 online through the Election Commission's Voters' Services Portal, or offline through your Booth Level Officer (BLO) or Electoral Registration Officer (ERO).

Who Should Use Form 6?

You should use Form 6 if:

  • You are registering as a voter for the first time.
  • You have recently turned 18 years of age and are eligible to vote.
  • Your name is missing from the Electoral Roll.
  • You have shifted your ordinary residence to another Assembly Constituency and wish to register there.

Registering as a voter for the first time

Yes

Recently turned 18 years old

Yes

Name missing from the Electoral Roll

Yes

Shifted to another Assembly Constituency

Yes

Correct name, age or address

No – Use Form 8

Delete name of a deceased or shifted voter

No – Use Form 7

Which Form Do I Need?

Pick the situation that matches you to download the right official form from the Election Commission of India.

I want to register as a voter

Download Form 6

My name is missing from the Electoral Roll

Download Form 6

I shifted to another Assembly Constituency

Download Form 6

I need to correct my voter details

Download Form 8

I want to delete a voter from the Electoral Roll

Download Form 7

Before You Begin

Keep the following ready:

  • Mobile number
  • Email ID(optional)
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Proof of age(if applicable)
  • Proof of residence
  • Identity document(if required)

Check Your Eligibility

You can apply if:

  • You are an Indian citizen.
  • You are ordinarily resident at the address where you wish to register.
  • You are 18 years of age or older on the qualifying date notified by the Election Commission.
  • Your name is not already included in the electoral roll of another constituency.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1

    Check Your Eligibility

    Confirm you are an Indian citizen, ordinarily resident at the address, at least 18 on the qualifying date, and not already enrolled in another constituency.

  2. 2

    Visit the Voters' Services Portal

    Open the official Election Commission portal and click New Voter Registration (Form 6). Register a new account, or sign in using your mobile number, email ID or EPIC number.

  3. 3

    Fill Form 6

    Enter your full name, date of birth, gender, residential address, mobile number, email (optional) and details of parents or spouse where required. Ensure all information is accurate.

  4. 4

    Upload Supporting Documents

    Upload scanned copies of the requested documents — typically a proof of age and a proof of residence. The portal indicates exactly what your application needs.

  5. 5

    Review and Submit

    Verify your name, address and date of birth, confirm uploaded documents are clear, then submit. An acknowledgement/reference number is generated — save it to track later.

  6. 6

    Verification by Booth Level Officer (BLO)

    A BLO may visit your residence to verify your address and identity. You may be asked to produce original documents — please cooperate during verification.

  7. 7

    Track Your Application

    Check the status online using your acknowledgement number through the Voters' Services Portal, which also shows updates on processing.

  8. 8

    Check Your Name in the Electoral Roll

    Once approved, search for your name in the Electoral Roll, note your EPIC (Voter ID) number, download your e-EPIC if available, and verify all details are correct.

Supporting Documents

Depending on your application, you may be asked to upload one document from each group. The Election Commission will indicate the documents required for your application.

Proof of Age

  • Birth Certificate
  • Class 10 Certificate
  • Passport
  • Other accepted proof of age

Proof of Residence

  • Electricity Bill
  • Water Bill
  • Bank Passbook
  • Rental Agreement
  • Passport
  • Other accepted address proof

Frequently Asked Questions

Need Help? Contact Your Booth Level Officer (BLO)

Your local Booth Level Officer (BLO) is the Election Commission's field-level official who can help you with:

  • Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
  • New voter registration
  • Form 6, Form 7 and Form 8
  • Correction of voter details
  • Change of address
  • Electoral Roll verification
  • Polling station information
  • EPIC (Voter ID) related queries
  • General voter assistance

If you need help with any voter-related service, your local BLO is usually the first official to contact.

Find My BLO (Official)

Before Contacting Your BLO

Keep the following details ready (if available):

  • EPIC (Voter ID) Number
  • Full Name
  • Assembly Constituency
  • Polling Station (if known)
  • Mobile Number
  • Address

Note: Some States provide a dedicated online BLO search, while others provide BLO details through the official Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) website. KnowYourMLA will always direct you to the appropriate official Election Commission resource for your selected State.

Disclaimer

This guide has been prepared to explain the voter registration process in simple language. In case of any difference between this guide and official instructions issued by the Election Commission of India, the Election Commission's notifications and rules shall prevail.

Official Resources

Need to apply online or download official election forms?

All official voter registration forms, electoral roll services, voter search, application tracking, EPIC services and Special Intensive Revision (SIR) services are available on the Election Commission of India's Voters' Services Portal.

Visit the ECI Voters' Services Portal

https://voters.eci.gov.in/