If you have moved to a new house, you should update your address in the Electoral Roll so that you can vote from your current place of residence. The Election Commission of India (ECI) allows voters to update their address through Form 8. The procedure depends on whether you have moved within the same Assembly Constituency or to a different Assembly Constituency.
Before You Apply
Keep the following ready:
- EPIC (Voter ID) Number
- Mobile number
- Proof of your new address(if required)
- Supporting documents(if requested by the Election Commission)
Which Scenario Applies?
Use Form 8 in both cases — just pick the option that matches your move.
Scenario 1: Shifted Within the Same Assembly Constituency
If you have moved to another house but your new address is within the same Assembly Constituency, apply through Form 8 by selecting the option "Shifting of Residence Within Assembly Constituency."
Examples
- Moved from one street to another in the same town.
- Shifted to a different apartment in the same locality.
- Purchased a new house within the same Assembly Constituency.
Scenario 2: Shifted to Another Assembly Constituency
If your new residence falls under a different Assembly Constituency, also use Form 8, selecting "Shifting of Residence from One Assembly Constituency to Another." The Election Commission will process the transfer of your voter registration to the new constituency after verification.
Examples
- Shifted from Hyderabad to Warangal.
- Moved from Vijayawada Central to Mangalagiri.
- Relocated from one district to another where the Assembly Constituency has changed.
How to Apply
You can update your address in any of the following ways:
Online
Apply through the Election Commission of India's Voters' Services Portal. You can fill and submit Form 8, upload supporting documents if required, track your application status and download your e-EPIC where available.
Through Your BLO
Approach your Booth Level Officer (BLO). They can help you obtain Form 8, fill in the application correctly, verify your address and documents if required, collect the completed form and guide you through the address change process.
At the ERO Office
Submit Form 8 directly to your Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) or the designated election office for your constituency.
How Your BLO Can Help
Your local BLO can help you:
- Obtain Form 8
- Fill in the application correctly
- Verify your address and documents, if required
- Collect the completed form
- Guide you through the address change process
- Assist with address updates during electoral roll revisions such as the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Choose Form 8
Select Form 8 to update your address in the Electoral Roll.
- 2
Select the Scenario
Choose "Within Assembly Constituency" or "From One Assembly Constituency to Another," depending on your new address.
- 3
Enter Your Details
Enter your EPIC Number and personal details.
- 4
Provide New Address
Provide your new residential address.
- 5
Upload Documents
Upload supporting documents if requested.
- 6
Submit the Application
Submit the application and note the acknowledgement / reference number.
- 7
Track Your Status
Track your application status through the Voters' Services Portal.
Apply Online
All official voter services, including Form 8 for change of address, are available on the Election Commission of India's Voters' Services Portal. From the portal, you can:
- Fill and submit Form 8
- Upload supporting documents, if required
- Track your application status
- Download your e-EPIC, where available
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.
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.
Official Resources
Disclaimer
This guide is intended to help voters understand the procedure for updating their address in the Electoral Roll. In case of any difference between this guide and the official instructions issued by the Election Commission of India, the Election Commission's rules, notifications and procedures 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 Portalhttps://voters.eci.gov.in/