Voter Service Portal 2025 New Voter Registration
Voter Service Portal 2025 New Voter RegistrationVoter ID Card Registration | How to Apply, Documents & ProcessVoter Service Portal 2025 New Voter Registration
How to Register for Your Voter ID Card (EPIC) — Step-by-Step Guide
How to Register for Your Voter ID Card (EPIC) — Step-by-Step Guide
Registering for a Voter ID card (Elector’s Photo Identity Card) is free and simple. Your Voter ID lets you vote in elections and is accepted as a government photo ID. This page shows the complete process — who’s eligible, documents needed, online & offline steps, how to track your application and how to make corrections.
Who is eligible?
- Indian citizen aged 18 years or older on the qualifying date for the electoral roll.
- Resident of the constituency where you apply.
- Not disqualified from voting by law.
Documents required
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar, passport, PAN card, driving licence, etc.)
- Proof of address (Aadhaar, utility bill, ration card, bank passbook, rental agreement, etc.)
- Passport-size photograph (if applying offline)
- Date of birth proof (if needed): birth certificate, class 10 certificate, passport.
Tip: Photocopies should be self-attested where required. Keep originals for verification.
How to apply — Online (recommended)
- Visit your state election office portal or the national voter registration portal.
- Choose “New Registration” (Form 6).
- Fill in personal details: name, DOB, address, constituency, family details.
- Upload scanned documents and a photograph (if asked).
- Submit the form and note the application/reference number.
- A Booth Level Officer (BLO) or local election official may visit to verify your details.
- After verification, your name is added to the electoral roll and the Voter ID (EPIC) is issued or sent by post.
How to apply — Offline (paper)
- Download or collect Form 6 from your local Electoral Registration Office (ERO) or Booth Level Officer.
- Fill the form in block letters and attach photocopies of required documents and a recent photo.
- Submit the form at the ERO office or hand it to your BLO.
- Verification will follow; once approved, your Voter ID will be issued.
How long does it take?
Processing times vary by area. Typically the verification and inclusion can take a few weeks to a couple of months. You will receive a reference number to track progress.
Track your application
Use the reference/application number on the election portal or contact the local ERO to check status. Many state portals also provide SMS updates.
Corrections, address change & duplicate card
- For name/address/photo corrections, use the appropriate correction/change form on the portal (commonly Form 8) or visit your ERO.
- To shift your voting location (transposition), fill the address change form and complete verification.
- If the card is lost, apply for a duplicate using the prescribed form.
Quick Call-to-Action (CTA)
Ready to register? Click “Apply Online” on your state election portal or download Form 6 and submit it to your local ERO today.
| Apply Online | Click Here | ||||
| Download E Epic Voter ID Card | Click Here | ||||
| Types of Form and Guidelines | |||||
| Voter Form Type | Details of Form | Guidelines | |||
| Form 6 | New registration for general electors | Click Here | |||
| Form 6A | New registration for overseas(NRI) electors | Click Here | |||
| Form 6B | Aadhaar collection Fill Form 6B to get Aadhaar and EPIC. | Click Here | |||
| Form 7 | Objection for proposed inclusion/deletion of name in existing roll | Click Here | |||
| Form 8 | Shifting of residence/correction of entries in existing electoral roll/replacement of EPIC/marking of PwD | Click Here | |||
Common FAQs
Q: Is there any fee to apply?
A: No — voter registration and the Voter ID card are free.
Q: Can I apply before turning 18?
A: No. You must be 18 on the qualifying date specified for electoral rolls.
Q: What if I have recently moved?
A: Update your address using the change-of-address form; you may need to re-register in the new constituency.
Q: Do I need Aadhaar to apply?
A: Aadhaar helps faster verification in some places, but it is not strictly mandatory everywhere. Check local rules.
Contact / Help
- Visit your local Electoral Registration Office (ERO) or contact the Booth Level Officer (BLO).
- Check your state election commission website for forms, helpline numbers and online portals.
