Bhiwandi Voter List 2026: How to Check Name and Register for Municipal Elections
Overview
The Bhiwandi municipal elections require every eligible resident to confirm their inclusion on the electoral roll and, if needed, complete registration or corrections before the final publication of the voter list. This article explains how voters in Bhiwandi can check their names in the 2026 voter list, the steps to register or update details, and practical tips to complete the process smoothly.
Who is eligible
Any Indian citizen who is a resident of the relevant Bhiwandi municipal area, is 18 years of age or older on the qualifying date set for the electoral roll, and is not disqualified under any law is eligible to be included in the municipal voter list. Eligibility rules mirror those used for other local body electoral rolls: residency in the ward/booth area and attaining the minimum age by the specified qualifying date.
How to check your name online
There are multiple online channels through which Bhiwandi voters can search the 2026 electoral roll. The usual options include state election commission portals, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Maharashtra site, and the central Voters’ Services Portal. To search online, you can use any of these methods:
- Search by EPIC (Electoral Photo Identity Card) number — enter your EPIC and state to retrieve your record quickly.
- Search by personal details — provide name, father/mother or spouse name, age or year of birth, and district/local body to find a match.
- Search by mobile number — where available, linking your mobile number can return the voter record associated with it.
When using an official portal, choose the latest roll option (Draft, Supplementary or Final) depending on what you need to verify; draft rolls are for checking and raising objections, and final rolls are the official lists used on polling day.
How to download booth- or ward-wise lists
Voter lists for municipal elections are often published booth- or ward-wise as downloadable PDFs. Look for options labelled Draft List, Supplementary List, Final List or Booth List on the state/local body voter list portal. Download the PDF for your ward or polling station and search it (Ctrl+F) for your name or part number to confirm your booth and part number.
Registering for the first time (New voter enrolment)
If your name does not appear in the voter list, you must apply for enrolment before the cut-off date announced for the revision exercise. Typical steps for first-time registration are:
- Obtain and fill the prescribed enrolment form (often called Form 6 for general enrolment) either online via the Voter Services Portal or the state CEO/local body portal, or obtain a physical copy from your Booth Level Officer (BLO) or local election office.
- Provide required documents that establish identity, age and local residence (examples include Aadhaar, passport, school certificate, ration card, or other local government documents as specified by the election authority).
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph and supporting documents when applying online; if submitting a physical form, attach photocopies and keep originals for verification.
- Once submitted, you will receive an acknowledgment number; the application will be field-verified by the BLO and then processed for inclusion in the draft roll if found valid.
Corrections, deletions and objections
If your entry contains errors (spelling, address, age, gender) you can file a correction or modification application (commonly Form 8) through the same portals or with your BLO. If a voter believes someone’s name appears incorrectly or there is a duplicate, they can submit an objection during the draft roll publication period using the objection process provided by the election authorities. These submissions are processed and resolved before the final roll is published.
Contact and in-person help
If you face difficulty with online steps, contact your local Booth Level Officer or the municipal election office. BLOs handle door-to-door verification and can guide both new registrations and corrections. Many portals also provide a “Book a Call with BLO” or a helpline to schedule assistance.
Practical tips
Apply well before the deadline announced for the revision/SIR (Special Intensive Revision) to allow time for verification; keep copies of all documents and the application acknowledgment; and verify your polling station and part number after inclusion in the draft roll so you know where to vote on election day.
Completing these checks early ensures that you can vote in the Bhiwandi municipal elections without last-minute issues. If you are unsure which local body list covers your address, consult your municipal office or the state election portal to identify the correct ward or booth before searching or applying.
Apply for enrolment / Check your name on the voter list
