Voter Search by Name

One of the common accusations that are made on the youngsters in India is that they do not exercise their voting rights. In most cases, the younger generation in our country, even after attending the minimum age required to cast a vote does not have a valid Voter ID Card.

Updated On - 05 Sep 2025
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Without a valid Voter ID Card, one cannot vote in any elections in India. If one wants a just government, then voting is the first steps in forming such a government.

How to check your Name in Voter List

The process to check if your name is mentioned on the voter list is simple and can be completed online. The step-by-step procedure to check if your name is mentioned on the voter list is mentioned below:

  1. Visit the official website of the National Voters' Service Portal.
  2. Click on 'Search in Electoral Roll'.
  3. On the next page, you can check if your name is on the voter list by using one of the below-mentioned options;
    1. Search by Details
    2. Search by EPIC number
  4. In case you opt for the 'Search by Details' option, you will need to enter your name, father's/husband's name, age/date of birth, gender, state, district, the assembly constituency, and code. Click on 'Search'.
  5. In case you opt for the 'Search by EPIC No.', you will need to enter the EPIC No, state, and code. Click on 'Search'.
  6. Apart from the above-mentioned options, you can opt for the 'Locate on Map' option. You can search for your name on the list.

Why to Check of your Name is on the Voters List

The voter's list is updated by the Election Commission of India on a periodic basis. In the case of any discrepancies, your details are removed from the voter's list. Some of the reasons why the Electoral Commission of India will remove an individual's name from the voter's list are mentioned below:

  1. Change of address
  2. Incorrect particulars
  3. Fake details
  4. Death of the individual

In case your name is removed from the voter's list due to an error, you cannot vote. Therefore, it is vital that you check the list on a regular basis.

Also, if you have applied recently to get your name included in the voters list then it becomes important you check whether your name is there in the list or not. If your name is not there then you will not be able to vote. Hence, it is important to check your name in the voters list.

Every effort is being made by the Election Commission of India to ensure that eligible individuals can vote.

However, due to unforeseen errors, your name may have been removed from the list. Therefore, it is important to ensure that your name is mentioned on this list. If your name is not mentioned due to a mistake, you can contact the Electoral Officer to correct it.

FAQs on Check If Your Name Is On The Voter List

  • How can names be added to the voter list?

    If this is your first time applying, you can add your name to the voter list by completing Form 6; if this is an update to your information, such as a change of address or a transfer in constituency, etc., submit Form 8. Both forms are available for download and submission on the NVSP website, or you can do so offline by going to your neighbourhood voter registration office or contacting the "Booth Level Officer" in your area. 

  • Who compiles the list of voters?

    The Election Commission of India, or ECI, prepares the voter list or electoral roll. 

  • Is my name on the voter list irrelevant to my vote?

    No, you are only able to cast a ballot if your name appears on the electoral roll, commonly called the "Voter List." To guarantee a fair electoral process, this is done.

  • How can names in the voter list be corrected?

    You must complete out Form 8, indicating the information that needs to be corrected, and submit it online via the NVSP website in order to change your name or any other entered detail. It is also possible to turn it in offline at the closest electoral office.

  • How is a voter list downloaded?

    By filling out the information on the NVSP Electoral Roll page and selecting the blue arrow next to your polling place or part data, you can obtain the voter list.

  • Will I be allowed to cast a ballot in the next election if my name is inadvertently removed from the voter list?

    For a voter to be eligible to cast their vote, their name must be listed on the voter list as part of the Election Commission of India's initiative aimed at ensuring electoral fairness and justice.Voters should contact the electoral office right once if, for any reason, they discover that their name is absent from this list.

  • Can I still vote if my voter ID card gets lost?

    You will still be eligible to vote even if you have misplaced the actual copy of your voter card if your name, EPIC number, and other information are listed on the voter list. However, you will need to present additional identification and evidence of address (such as your driver's licence, PAN, or Adhaar).

  • If I apply online, how long would it take to acquire my voter ID?

    The actual copy of your voter card will typically be delivered to your home 15 to 30 days after you submit your online application for voter ID on the NVSP website.

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