What is Voter ID Card?
Voter ID card, also known as Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC), is an identity document issued by the Election Commission of India to Indian citizens who are eligible to vote. It serves as proof of identity and address for voting purposes.
Voter ID is essential for exercising your democratic right to vote in elections and is widely accepted as valid identity proof across India.
Why Voter ID is Important?
Voting in Elections
Essential for casting your vote in Lok Sabha, Assembly, and local body elections.
Identity Proof
Widely accepted as valid proof of identity for banking, SIM card, and other official purposes.
Address Proof
Accepted as valid address proof for various government and private services.
Democratic Right
Enables you to participate in the democratic process and choose your representatives.
Eligibility Criteria for Voter ID
Who Can Apply
- Indian citizens aged 18+ years
- Ordinary resident of the constituency
- Not disqualified under any law
- Not of unsound mind
Who Cannot Apply
- Non-Indian citizens
- Below 18 years of age
- Declared of unsound mind
- Disqualified from voting by law
Important Note
You can register as a voter only in one constituency. If you move to a new constituency, you need to transfer your voter registration.
Documents Required for Voter ID
Age Proof Documents
Address Proof Documents
Photographs
Voter ID Registration Process
Form 6 Filling
We help you fill Form 6 (Application for inclusion of name in electoral roll) with accurate details.
Document Collection
Our experts collect and verify all required documents including age proof, address proof, and photographs.
Online/Offline Submission
We submit your application online through NVSP portal or offline at Electoral Registration Office.
Booth Level Officer Visit
Booth Level Officer (BLO) visits your address for verification and document cross-checking.
Application Processing
Electoral Registration Officer processes your application and includes your name in electoral roll.
Voter ID Delivery
Your Voter ID card is delivered to your registered address via India Post within 30-45 days.
Online Registration
You can apply online through National Voters' Service Portal (NVSP) for faster processing. We provide complete assistance for online registration.
Voter ID Correction & Update Process
Name Correction
Use Form 8 for correcting spelling mistakes in name
- Required documents
- Supporting proof
- 15-30 days processing
Address Change
Use Form 8A for transferring to new constituency
- New address proof
- Old voter ID copy
- 30-45 days processing
Photo Update
Use Form 8 for updating photograph
- Recent photographs
- Self-declaration
- 15-30 days processing
Frequently Asked Questions
It usually takes 30-45 days from the date of application submission to receive your Voter ID card. Online applications may be processed faster.
Yes, you can apply online through the National Voters' Service Portal (NVSP) website. However, physical verification by BLO is still required.
The minimum age for Voter ID registration is 18 years. You can apply 3 months before turning 18 years old.
No, you can be registered as a voter in only one constituency. If you move, you need to transfer your registration to the new constituency.
You can apply for duplicate Voter ID by submitting Form EPIC-002 along with required documents and affidavit for lost card.
No, Voter ID must have a clear photograph. If your Voter ID doesn't have a photo or photo is unclear, you should apply for photo update.
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