Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
Everything you need to know about the Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls. Understand the process, important dates, verification procedure, forms and where to get help.
What is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)?
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a nationwide verification of electoral rolls conducted by the Election Commission of India (ECI). Its objective is to ensure that every eligible citizen is included in the electoral roll while removing duplicate, shifted, deceased or otherwise ineligible entries.
The SIR is being conducted across India in multiple phases during 2026. Each State and Union Territory follows its own schedule for house-to-house verification, publication of draft electoral rolls, claims and objections, and publication of the final electoral roll.
During the SIR, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) visit households to verify voter details and distribute Enumeration Forms.
Whether you are an existing voter, a first-time voter or someone who needs to update voter details, participating in the SIR will help ensure your name remains correctly entered in the electoral roll.
Why is the 2002 Electoral Roll Important?
During the current Special Intensive Revision (SIR), the Election Commission is using the Electoral Roll prepared during the last nationwide intensive revision (2002–2004) as an important reference database for verification.
If your name, or the names of your parents or grandparents, already appear in those earlier electoral rolls, it may help election officials verify your details more easily during the current SIR process.
If the required details cannot be verified from the earlier electoral rolls, election officials may ask for additional information or documents in accordance with the Election Commission's instructions.
Being absent from the 2002 Electoral Roll does not automatically mean that your name will be deleted or that you are ineligible to vote. Where necessary, the Election Commission provides an opportunity for further verification.
The SIR Process
How the Special Intensive Revision moves from your doorstep to the final electoral roll.
- BLO visits your home
- Receive Enumeration Form
- Verify voter details
- Submit completed form
- Draft Electoral Roll
- Claims & Objections
- Final Electoral Roll
Timeline Summary
- Stage 1
Door-to-door verification - Stage 2
Draft Electoral Roll - Stage 3
Claims & Objections - Stage 4
Final Electoral Roll
What Should I Do?
- Check your pre-filled details.
- Complete the Enumeration Form.
- Submit it to your BLO.
- Keep the acknowledgement receipt.
- Verify your name in the Draft Electoral Roll.
Need Help With Your Situation?
Every voter's situation is different. Find answers to common real-life questions in our dedicated SIR Help & Guidance section.
Latest Updates
- 26 June 2026
Voter ID (EPIC) cards within 15 days
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has recently introduced a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) that ensures the delivery of Voter ID (EPIC) cards within 15 days of any new enrollment, electoral roll update, or data correction.
Key Electoral Roll Updates
Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Phase III: The crucial enumeration and voter verification phase is actively underway across 16 States and 3 UTs. This includes specific targeted updates in states like Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur.
Booth Level Agent (BLA) Meetings: Political parties are engaging in continuous BLA-BLO (Booth Level Officer) verification meetings at municipal levels to verify draft rolls.
Redesigned Voter Information Slip (VIS): The ECI has deployed a newly formatted, clearer VIS. Registered voters can verify their status via the official ECI Voter Service Portal.
Supreme Court Verdict on SIR: The Supreme Court of India recently upheld the ECI's constitutional authority under Article 324 to conduct these Special Intensive Revisions to cleanse electoral rolls, affirming its legality as a valid verification mechanism.
Related Voter Services
Official Election Commission Resources
Apply, search and verify your details directly on the official Election Commission portals.
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
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/