Punjab Draft Electoral Roll 2026 published for all 117 Assembly seats
Synopsis
Punjab's Draft Electoral Roll for all 117 Assembly constituencies is now public, and voters have until 12 September to file claims or objections. A one-day special camp at every polling booth on 16 August gives citizens a direct window to verify details — a crucial step as the state heads toward its next assembly election in early 2027.
Key Takeaways
The Draft Electoral Roll, 2026 for all 117 Assembly constituencies in Punjab was published on 13 August 2026 under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
The claims and objections period runs from 13 August to 12 September 2026 ; the disposal phase extends to 8 October 2026 .
Chief Electoral Officer Anindita Mitra handed the Draft Roll to representatives of recognised political parties at a meeting in Chandigarh .
Young voters with a qualifying date of 1 October 2026 are eligible for enrolment in this revision cycle.
A one-day special camp will be held at all polling booths on 16 August 2026 from 10 am to 1 pm IST , with BLOs present to assist voters.
Help is available via Voter Helpline No.
1950 , the Citizen Service Portal , and the ECINET Mobile Application .
The Draft Electoral Roll, 2026 for all 117 Assembly constituencies in Punjab was published on Thursday, 13 August under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) programme, marking the formal launch of the second phase of the electoral revision process. The publication opens a structured window for voters to verify, claim, and contest entries in the roll.
Key Dates and Phases
With the draft now public, the claims and objections period runs from 13 August to 12 September 2026. The notice phase and final disposal of claims and objections will continue through 8 October 2026. Voters whose names are missing or incorrectly listed must act before the September 12 deadline to secure their place on the final roll.
What the Chief Electoral Officer Said
Chief Electoral Officer Anindita Mitra chaired a meeting with representatives of all recognised political parties, where she formally handed over the Draft Electoral Roll. Mitra confirmed that young voters with a qualifying date of 1 October 2026 are eligible for enrolment in this cycle — a provision that could add a significant cohort of first-time voters ahead of future elections.
Special Camp on August 16
For voter convenience, a one-day special camp under the SIR is being organised at all polling booths across Punjab on 16 August 2026. Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) will be present at polling stations between 10 am and 1 pm IST to help citizens check their details in the Draft Roll and access all electoral services on the spot.
How to File Claims and Get Help
Citizens whose names do not appear in the Draft Electoral Roll may submit claims along with the prescribed declaration and supporting documents during the claims period. Assistance is available through the Voter Helpline No. 1950, the Citizen Service Portal, and the 'Book a Call Request with BLO' facility on the ECINET Mobile Application. Political party representatives were briefed on all available platforms at Thursday's meeting.
The exercise is part of a nationwide push by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to ensure accurate, updated electoral rolls ahead of upcoming state elections. Punjab last went to polls in February 2022; with the next assembly election due in early 2027, a clean and comprehensive voter roll is critical to electoral credibility.
Point of View
But the timing matters. Punjab's 2022 election saw a significant surge in first-time voters that upended predictions — and the inclusion of the 1 October 2026 qualifying date for young voters signals that this revision could again reshape the electorate's composition. The real test is outreach: special camps and helpline numbers are only effective if political parties and civil society actively mobilise voters in rural and semi-urban booths, where exclusion errors historically cluster. The ECI's push for digital tools like ECINET is welcome, but smartphone penetration and digital literacy gaps in parts of Punjab mean ground-level BLO presence remains the critical variable.
NationPress
13 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Draft Electoral Roll 2026 for Punjab?
It is the preliminary voter list published for all 117 Assembly constituencies in Punjab under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) programme on 13 August 2026. Citizens can check, correct, or add their names during the claims and objections period running until 12 September 2026.
How can I add my name to the Punjab electoral roll 2026?
Citizens whose names are missing can submit a claim along with the prescribed declaration and supporting documents before 12 September 2026. Help is available through Voter Helpline No. 1950, the Citizen Service Portal, or the 'Book a Call Request with BLO' facility on the ECINET Mobile Application.
When is the special camp for checking the Draft Electoral Roll?
A one-day special camp is being held at all polling booths across Punjab on 16 August 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm IST. Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) will be present to help voters verify their details and access electoral services.
Who is eligible to enrol as a new voter in this revision?
Young voters with a qualifying date of 1 October 2026 are eligible for enrolment in the current Special Intensive Revision cycle, according to Chief Electoral Officer Anindita Mitra.
What is the deadline to file objections to the Punjab Draft Electoral Roll?
Claims and objections can be filed from 13 August to 12 September 2026. The notice phase and final disposal of all claims and objections will be completed by 8 October 2026.
