Andhra Pradesh MPTC, ZPTC polls 2026: Over 50,815 nominations found valid ahead of November 3 vote
Synopsis
Over 50,815 nominations have been validated for Andhra Pradesh's MPTC and ZPTC elections on 3 November, with TDP alone fielding nearly 20,000 candidates. The ruling NDA has yet to finalise a seat-sharing deal, with all three allies running overlapping nominations — a potential crack in the coalition just days before the vote.
Key Takeaways
The State Election Commission (SEC) cleared 50,815 nominations for Andhra Pradesh MPTC and ZPTC elections, scheduled for 3 November .
46,045 nominations are valid for 9,829 MPTCs ; 4,770 nominations cleared for 659 ZPTCs .
TDP leads MPTC nominations with 19,760 candidates; YSRCP follows with 17,726 .
The ruling NDA (TDP, JSP, BJP) has not yet reached a formal seat-sharing agreement, with multiple nominees from each party in the field.
Last date for withdrawal of candidatures is 27 October ; counting of votes is scheduled for 5 November .
Around 2.81 crore voters are eligible to vote across 28 Zilla Praja Parishads .
More than 50,815 nominations have been cleared as valid for the Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency (MPTC) and Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency (ZPTC) elections in Andhra Pradesh, with polling scheduled for 3 November. The State Election Commission (SEC) confirmed the figures following the completion of nomination scrutiny, setting the stage for a high-stakes local-body contest across the state.
Breakdown of Valid Nominations
Of the total valid nominations, 46,045 are for 9,829 MPTCs, while 4,770 nominations have been cleared for 659 ZPTCs. The numbers reflect intense political interest at the grassroots level, with candidates from major parties and independents all in the fray.
For MPTC seats, the ruling alliance's Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leads with 19,760 nominations, followed by its ally Jana Sena Party (JSP) with 4,330 and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with 1,049. The principal opposition, YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), has fielded 17,726 candidates for MPTC seats.
For ZPTC constituencies, TDP has filed 1,693 nominations, while JSP and BJP have filed 587 and 227 nominations respectively. YSRCP has put up 1,445 candidates for ZPTC seats.
NDA Seat-Sharing Talks Still Ongoing
Notably, the three partners within the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) — TDP, JSP, and BJP — are yet to arrive at a formal seat-sharing arrangement for these elections. Multiple aspirants from all three parties have filed nominations independently, and party leaderships are reportedly working toward a last-minute understanding to mount a united campaign against the YSRCP.
This internal jostling within the NDA reflects a recurring challenge for coalition partners when translating parliamentary-level alliances into coordinated local-body strategies.
Key Election Dates to Watch
Appeals against rejected nominations were filed on 25 October before the concerned Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) for MPTC candidates and before the District Collector for ZPTC candidates, with appellate authorities directed to dispose of appeals by 26 October.
27 October is the last date for withdrawal of candidatures, and a final list of contesting candidates will be published on the same day. Polling will be conducted on 3 November, with repolling, if required, on 4 November. Vote counting is scheduled for 5 November.
Scale of the Election
Approximately 2.81 crore voters are eligible to participate in elections to be held across 28 Zilla Praja Parishads. Out of a total of 663 ZPTCs, polling will be conducted for 659. Similarly, of the state's 9,858 MPTCs, elections will be held in 9,829 constituencies.
With the final candidate list due on 27 October, all eyes will be on whether the NDA manages to forge a cohesive seat-sharing pact before the withdrawal deadline.
Point of View
815. When coalition partners file competing nominations in the same constituencies, it signals that grassroots alliance-building has not kept pace with the top-level political partnership. The TDP-JSP-BJP combine rode this alliance to a decisive win in the 2024 assembly elections, but translating that into local-body coordination is proving messier. If the NDA fails to rationalise nominations before the 27 October withdrawal deadline, it risks splitting votes in key mandals and handing the YSRCP low-cost wins. Local body elections in Andhra have historically been a gauge of the government's rural credibility — and this one arrives less than 18 months into the TDP-led administration's tenure.
NationPress
26 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the Andhra Pradesh MPTC and ZPTC elections being held?
Polling for Andhra Pradesh MPTC and ZPTC elections is scheduled for 3 November , with repolling, if necessary, on 4 November . Vote counting will take place on 5 November .
How many nominations have been validated for the Andhra Pradesh local body elections?
The State Election Commission validated a total of 50,815 nominations — 46,045 for 9,829 MPTCs and 4,770 for 659 ZPTCs — following scrutiny of all filed candidatures.
Which party has filed the most nominations for MPTC seats?
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leads with 19,760 nominations for MPTC seats, followed by the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) with 17,726 . TDP's NDA allies Jana Sena Party and BJP filed 4,330 and 1,049 nominations respectively.
Has the ruling NDA finalised a seat-sharing deal for the Andhra Pradesh local body polls?
No. As of the nomination scrutiny stage, the TDP, JSP, and BJP have not reached a formal seat-sharing agreement. Party leaderships are reportedly in talks to coordinate before the withdrawal deadline of 27 October .
How many voters are eligible in the Andhra Pradesh MPTC and ZPTC elections?
Approximately 2.81 crore voters are eligible to cast their votes across elections held in 28 Zilla Praja Parishads , covering 659 of the state's 663 ZPTCs and 9,829 of its 9,858 MPTCs.
