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SIR Help & Guidance

Every voter's situation is different. Find clear, practical answers to common real-life questions during the Special Intensive Revision.

A Booth Level Officer helping a voter with questions about the Special Intensive Revision

Understanding the 2002 Electoral Roll

What is the 2002 Electoral Roll?

The Electoral Roll prepared during the intensive revision carried out between 2002 and 2004 is being used by the Election Commission as an important historical reference during the current Special Intensive Revision (SIR).

Because that earlier revision involved house-to-house verification, it provides a valuable baseline for comparing current voter records and identifying changes over time.

Why is the 2002 Electoral Roll being used?

The Election Commission uses it to help:

  • Verify existing voter records.
  • Confirm family linkages where required.
  • Identify duplicate entries.
  • Update shifted or deceased voters.
  • Simplify verification for many existing electors.

Does everyone have to be in the 2002 Electoral Roll?

No.

Many eligible voters today were either children in 2002 or were not yet born.

The 2002 Electoral Roll is used as a reference during the current verification process. If your details cannot be linked to that roll, the Election Commission may seek other information or documents, depending on your circumstances.

Why are parents' or grandparents' details asked?

For some applicants, providing the names or voter details of parents or grandparents can help election officials locate earlier electoral records and complete verification more efficiently.

If those details are not available, do not guess or provide incorrect information. Your BLO or ERO will guide you on the next steps if additional verification is required.

What if my parents' names are not found in the 2002 Electoral Roll?

This does not automatically mean that your application will be rejected or that your name will be deleted from the Electoral Roll.

If the Election Commission requires further verification, you may be asked to provide additional documents or information before any decision is taken.

I was born on or after 1 July 1987

If you were born on or after 1 July 1987, the current SIR process may require additional family details as part of voter verification.

  • Fill in your date of birth accurately.
  • Provide your parents' names wherever requested.
  • Mention your parents' EPIC (Voter ID) numbers if they are available.
  • Do not guess or enter incorrect EPIC numbers.

Where earlier electoral records are available, they may assist election officials during the verification process. If further verification is required, you may be asked to provide additional documents or information.

Apply for Inclusion (Form 6)

My Parents Are Deceased

If one or both of your parents have passed away, you can still complete the Enumeration Form.

  • Write your parents' full names wherever required.
  • Mention their EPIC numbers if they are known.
  • If the EPIC numbers are not available, write "Not Available (N/A)" if permitted or follow your BLO's instructions.
  • If appropriate, indicate that your parent is deceased.

The death of a parent does not automatically affect your eligibility. If further verification is required, the Election Commission will inform you.

I Don't Know My Parents' Voter ID (EPIC) Number

Many voters do not know their parents' EPIC numbers.

  • Do not enter guessed or incorrect numbers.
  • Provide your parents' full names wherever requested.
  • Search for their names using the Election Commission's Electoral Roll Search.
  • Ask your Booth Level Officer (BLO) for assistance.
  • If required, visit your Electoral Registration Officer (ERO).

If earlier electoral records are needed during verification, the election authorities will guide you.

Search the Electoral Roll

My Name Is Missing from the Electoral Roll

If you cannot find your name in the Electoral Roll, follow these steps:

  1. 1First search the Electoral Roll using the official Election Commission search service.
  2. 2If your name is missing, apply for inclusion using Form 6 if you are eligible.
  3. 3During the SIR process, you may also submit a claim after the Draft Electoral Roll is published.
  4. 4Keep your acknowledgement receipt safely until the process is completed.
Apply for Inclusion (Form 6)

The Booth Level Officer (BLO) Never Visited My House

If the BLO has not visited your residence:

  • Check whether another adult member of your family received the Enumeration Form.
  • Contact your local BLO.
  • Visit your Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) if necessary.
  • Complete the process online, where available.
  • Do not wait until the last date for submission.
Find My BLO

I Received a Notice from the Election Commission

If you receive a notice from the Election Commission:

  • Read it carefully to understand what information or documents are required.
  • Respond within the time mentioned in the notice.
  • Submit the required information through your BLO, ERO or the official Election Commission portal, as instructed.
  • Keep copies of any documents you submit.

Do not ignore an official notice, as it may affect the verification of your voter record.

Contact My BLO

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1

    Receive Form

    Receive the Enumeration Form from the Booth Level Officer (BLO).

  2. 2

    Verify Details

    Verify the pre-filled details including your name, address, EPIC number and photograph.

  3. 3

    Fill Missing Information

    Fill in any missing or incorrect information.

  4. 4

    Paste New Photograph

    Paste a recent passport-size photograph if required.

  5. 5

    Sign

    Sign the declaration.

  6. 6

    Submit to BLO or Online

    Return the completed form to the BLO or submit it online through the official Election Commission portal, wherever permitted.

Understanding the Enumeration Form

A clean recreation of the official enumeration form (Annexure-III). Tap any highlighted part to learn what it means.

Annexure-III

Enumeration Form

Name and contact No. of BLO (pre-printed)

Frequently Asked Questions

Need More Help?

If your question is not covered here:

  • Contact your Booth Level Officer (BLO).
  • Visit your Electoral Registration Officer (ERO).
  • Use the Election Commission's official Voters' Services Portal.
  • Explore the other Voter Services guides on KnowYourMLA for information on Form 6, Form 7, Form 8, Change of Address, Voter ID (EPIC) and Electoral Roll Search.
Find My BLO Search the Electoral Roll All Voter Services Forms

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.

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/