Aurangabad Municipal Elections 2026: Complete Voter Guide and Schedule
The Aurangabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) elections for 2026 will take place as part of the Maharashtra municipal corporation polls scheduled by the State Election Commission; polling is set for 15 January 2026 with counting on 16 January 2026.
Key dates and timeline
The official election timetable for municipal corporations was announced by the State Election Commission, with the following calendar applicable to Aurangabad voters and candidates. Nomination papers can be filed during the window beginning on 23 December 2025 and ending on 30 December 2025. Scrutiny of nominations will be carried out on 31 December 2025, and the last date to withdraw candidature is 2 January 2026. Campaigning norms require that active campaigning ceases 24 hours before polling. Polling across municipal corporations, including Aurangabad, will be conducted on 15 January 2026 and vote counting on 16 January 2026.
Who can vote
Any person who is an Indian citizen, is enrolled on the AMC electoral roll for the ward where they reside, and meets the age and residency criteria specified in the municipal election rules is eligible to vote. Voters must ensure their name appears on the latest electoral roll for their ward; the State Election Commission issues and updates rolls ahead of polling.
How to check and update your name on the electoral roll
Voters should verify their registration well before nomination and polling dates. Common steps include checking the AMC/State Election Commission electoral roll portal or visiting the local ward office to confirm enrollment, apply for additions, or request corrections. If a voter’s name is missing or details are incorrect, they should submit the prescribed form with supporting documents (identity and address proof) within the timelines announced by the election authorities to ensure inclusion before polling.
Special procedures and duplicate entries
The election authorities have introduced measures to reduce duplicate voting and inconsistencies in rolls. Where names appear more than once, voters may be required to follow prescribed procedures, such as declarations or affidavits indicating the polling station where they will cast their vote. Voters facing any confusion regarding duplicate entries should approach the local electoral office for guidance well before polling day.
Voting day: what to expect
On polling day, voters must carry the required form of identification accepted by the polling authorities. Typical accepted IDs include government-issued photo identity documents; voters should confirm the accepted list for municipal polls. Polling stations open and close at times specified by the election commission; voters should check the local notice for exact polling hours and the location of their designated polling station. Polling staff, security arrangements, and assistance for elderly or disabled voters will be available at polling stations in accordance with election rules.
Postal ballots, proxy, and a disabled voter assistance
Where applicable, postal ballots for eligible categories (for example, certain government employees) and facility for assisted voting for differently-abled and elderly voters are managed as per State Election Commission guidelines. Voters needing special assistance should contact their ward officer or the election helpline in advance to learn about available options and any required documentation.
Candidate nominations and what voters should know
Candidates seeking election to the Aurangabad Municipal Corporation must file nomination papers within the specified window, have their nominations scrutinized, and observe the last date for withdrawal. Voters can use the nomination and scrutiny periods to assess candidate lists, review affidavits and public information about contenders, and attend public meetings or debates. Campaigning will be subject to the Model Code of Conduct once the schedule is announced.
Campaigning rules and conduct
The Model Code of Conduct comes into effect with the election schedule and governs campaigning activities. This includes restrictions on hate speech, inducements, defacement of public property, and use of government resources for campaigning. Campaigning must end 24 hours before the start of polling. Voters who observe violations can report them to local election officials or the State Election Commission helpline.
Security, law and order, and reporting concerns
Election authorities coordinate with police and civic administration to ensure safe, peaceful and orderly polling. Any concerns about voter suppression, violence, intimidation, or malpractice should be immediately reported to polling station officials, the returning officer, or election helplines set up by the State Election Commission.
Practical checklist for Aurangabad voters
– Confirm your name and polling station on the latest electoral roll well before polling day.
– Carry an accepted photo ID to the polling station.
– Note the polling date (15 January 2026) and plan travel and timings accordingly.
– Observe the 24-hour pre-poll campaigning blackout and avoid participating in prohibited activities.
– Report any irregularities to election officials or helplines.
Where to get more information
For authoritative updates, voters should consult the State Election Commission and the Aurangabad Municipal Corporation’s election notices and helplines. Local ward offices and designated election officers can provide ward-specific details such as polling station addresses, voter assistance procedures, and information on candidate lists and affidavits.
Participating in the AMC election is an important civic duty; being registered, informed about dates and procedures, and prepared on polling day will help ensure your vote counts.
