Manipur draft electoral rolls 2027: 19.94 lakh voters listed, objections open till Dec 11
Synopsis
With Manipur's Assembly term expiring in March 2027, the Election Commission has published draft rolls listing nearly 20 lakh voters — women outnumbering men by over 55,000. Citizens have until 11 December to file claims or objections, and the final rolls will be ready by 4 January, setting the stage for a high-stakes state election.
Key Takeaways
19,94,357 voters listed in Manipur's draft Photo Electoral Rolls published on 12 November 2026 across all 60 Assembly constituencies .
Women voters ( 10,24,735 ) outnumber men ( 9,69,298 ) by 55,437 ; 324 third-gender voters are also listed.
Claims and objections can be filed from 12 November to 11 December 2026 ; final rolls to be published on 4 January 2027 .
Henglep has the highest voter count ( 63,251 ); Tipaimukh the lowest ( 13,074 ).
Help desks operational in all 16 districts ; ECI helpline available at 1950 .
Manipur Assembly term expires on 13 March 2027 , making roll accuracy critical ahead of the next state election.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on 12 November 2026 published draft Photo Electoral Rolls for all 60 Assembly constituencies of Manipur, listing a total of 19,94,357 voters — comprising 10,24,735 women, 9,69,298 men, and 324 third-gender voters. The publication marks the formal launch of the Special Summary Revision (SSR) of electoral rolls, with 1 January 2027 set as the qualifying date.
Key Figures in the Draft Rolls
Women voters outnumber men by 55,437 in the draft rolls, yielding a gender ratio of 1,057 women per 1,000 men — a figure that underscores the demographic shift in Manipur's electorate. Joint Chief Electoral Officer Lokeshor Brahmacharimayum announced the publication at a press conference in Imphal, urging all eligible citizens to verify their entries.
Among the 60 constituencies, Henglep recorded the highest voter count at 63,251, followed by Churachandpur at 55,946. Tipaimukh registered the lowest count at 13,074. Other notable figures include Ukhrul at 41,747, Tengnoupal at 41,204, Chandel at 39,432, Khurai at 36,401, Wangkhem at 34,390, Heingang at 34,078, Thoubal at 33,159, and Bishnupur at 32,794.
Claims and Objections: Timeline and Process
The window for filing claims and objections is open from 12 November to 11 December 2026. Disposal of all claims and objections is scheduled to be completed by 28 December 2026, with the final electoral rolls set to be published on 4 January 2027.
Citizens can apply for inclusion of names through Form 6 or Form 6A, while objections to proposed inclusions or deletions must be filed using Form 7. Form 8 covers corrections, address changes, replacement of Elector Photo Identity Cards (EPICs), and marking of persons with disabilities. The revision exercise also provides for enrolment against subsequent qualifying dates of 1 April, 1 July, and 1 October 2027.
Support Infrastructure and Political Party Briefings
Help desks have been set up across all 16 districts of Manipur, with a focus on assisting vulnerable and marginalised communities. Citizens can also reach the Election Commission's helpline at '1950' or use the 'Book a Call with BLO' facility on the ECINET application.
Brahmacharimayum also held a briefing with representatives of recognised national and state political parties on Thursday, sharing the revision schedule and requesting them to appoint Booth Level Agents (BLAs) at every polling station. One printed copy and one photograph-free soft copy of the draft rolls were handed to each recognised party at no cost.
Assembly Elections on the Horizon
The timing of the SSR is significant: the term of the 60-member Manipur Legislative Assembly is due to expire on 13 March 2027, making this voter revision exercise a direct precursor to the state's next electoral contest. The last Manipur Assembly elections were held in two phases on 28 February and 5 March 2022. With the assembly term ending in just over four months, both the Election Commission and political parties are under pressure to complete preparations efficiently.
The coming weeks will be critical for ensuring roll accuracy, particularly given Manipur's complex socio-political landscape and the logistical challenges of reaching voters in remote hill constituencies.
Point of View
But the context is anything but. Manipur has been in prolonged ethnic turmoil since May 2023, raising legitimate questions about whether the voter revision machinery can function equitably in conflict-affected areas — particularly in hill districts like Churachandpur and Tengnoupal where displacement has been significant. The gender ratio of 1,057 women per 1,000 men is a healthy democratic signal, but the real test is enrolment completeness in areas with internally displaced persons. A clean, credible voter list is a precondition for a credible election; the ECI's execution over the next 60 days will determine whether that bar is met.
NationPress
12 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Manipur draft electoral rolls published in November 2026?
The draft Photo Electoral Rolls are a preliminary voter list published by the Election Commission of India for all 60 Assembly constituencies of Manipur, listing 19,94,357 eligible voters as of 12 November 2026. They form the basis of the Special Summary Revision (SSR) process, with 1 January 2027 as the qualifying date.
How can Manipur voters file claims or objections to the draft rolls?
Voters can submit applications for inclusion using Form 6 or Form 6A, file objections to inclusions or deletions via Form 7, and request corrections or EPIC replacements through Form 8. The window for all these submissions is open from 12 November to 11 December 2026. Assistance is available at help desks in all 16 districts or via the ECI helpline at 1950.
When will the final electoral rolls for Manipur be published?
The final electoral rolls will be published on 4 January 2027. Disposal of all claims and objections is scheduled to be completed by 28 December 2026.
Which Manipur constituency has the most voters in the draft rolls?
Henglep has the highest voter count in the draft rolls at 63,251, followed by Churachandpur at 55,946. Tipaimukh has the lowest count at 13,074.
Why is this voter revision exercise significant for Manipur?
The term of the 60-member Manipur Legislative Assembly expires on 13 March 2027, meaning state elections are imminent. Accurate and inclusive electoral rolls are essential for a credible poll. The last Manipur Assembly elections were held in two phases on 28 February and 5 March 2022.
