How To Check Your Name In Voter List

Introduction

The voter list, also known as the electoral roll, is a compiled comprehensive list, that includes the names and other details of voters in a particular constituency. The Election Commission of India periodically publishes a refreshed voter's list on their official website.

Citizens no longer need to head to a booth with their ID proof or other essential documents to search for your name in voters list. This is because of the availability of most information online. However, this must be done at least 10 days before the elections so that any type of error can be fixed at the earliest. Once the elections are about to begin, alterations are not allowed.

Ways to Check for Your Name in Voter List

A voter ID card is required for a person to be eligible to vote in an election in India. However, this is not the only requirement. Prior to the elections, eligible citizens should check whether his or her name is present on the voter list or not. The Election Commission has made it possible for a person to check their name on the voter list online. Here’s how:

• Visit the website http://electoralsearch.in.
• After visiting the website, you can search for your name on the voter list by two methods.
• The first method is by clicking on the ‘Search by Details’ option.

Individuals who wish to check if their names have been included in the voter’s list or those who wish to check any details pertaining to their Voter ID card can do so by following the steps outlined below:

• Visit the National Voter’s Service Portal, the official website for all voter-related information run by the Election Commission of India.
• Select the ‘Search Your Name in Electoral Roll’ option from among those provided.
• Pick from the search options available (and listed above) and enter the details accordingly.
• The results will be displayed on screen depending on the information being available in the database.

Individuals who have registered to vote should ensure to check the electoral roll to ensure their name is mentioned to avoid being denied the right to vote at elections. In case of a name being absent from the database, the individual can contact the nearest electoral office and notify the officer of this.

Importance of Voter ID

The main uses of the voter ID card are listed below:

• It serves as a nationally accepted identity proof
• It acts as an acknowledgement of one's registration as a voter.
• With certain provisions like (by the way of marking), multiple voting can be prevented in the event of elections.
• It serves to suit the electoral requirements of a population with a low literacy rate.
• It has huge importance as an identification document for voters with no fixed address. It suits people who change their address frequently, maybe because of the job.

FAQs

1. Can I apply for Voter ID online?

The steps to apply for a voter ID online are as follows:

• Log on to the official website of Election Commission of India (ECI).
• Next, click on the option “Apply online for registration of new voter”.
• Provide the details asked and attach the required documents.
• Click on the ‘submit’ option

2. How long does it take to get a voter ID?

It takes about 5 to 7 weeks for the applicant to receive the voter ID after applying for one.

3. Can I change my voter registration address online?

Yes, the voter registration address can be changed online.

4. Can a non-Citizen of India become a voter?

A person who is a Non-Resident Indian is eligible to vote in the elections.

5. How long does it take to change the address in voter ID?

It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks for the changes to be made in the voter ID after the applicant has applied for the changes.

6. How can I cancel my voter ID?

To cancel your voter ID, you must go to the NVSP website and fill Form 7.

7. How can you find the status of your application for enrolment?

Go to the homepage of the website of the respective state CEOs and click on the tab "Know the Status of Your application for enrolment."

8. How long does it take to change the address in voter ID?

It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks for the changes to be made in the voter ID after the applicant has applied for the changes.

End Note

The Election Commission of India issues voting cards to all eligible citizens. A voting card acts as a proof of his/her citizenship and allows them to cast their votes in this country. It can also be used as a photo identity card. The Election Commission issues this card to improve the accuracy of the electoral roll and to help prevent cases of electoral fraud. Voter ID card details can be easily sourced online by following the steps mentioned in this article.