FAQs on SIR: ECI Launches Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls

FAQs on SIR | The Election Commission of India launched the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls on June 25, 2026. The revision aims to ensure no eligible citizen is left out and no ineligible person is included in the final voter list. The final electoral roll will be published on October 1, 2026. Here is everything voters need to know about the SIR 2026 process.

Special Intensive Revision 2026: All Your Questions Answered

Q1.
What is Special Intensive Revision (SIR)?
The Special Intensive Revision is an exercise ordered by the Election Commission of India to update and clean the electoral roll. It addresses issues such as voters registered in more than one location due to migration, and the continued presence of deceased electors who were not removed. The ECI is empowered by law to revise electoral rolls before every election or as required.

Q2.
What is the duration of the SIR 2026 process?
The SIR process begins on June 25, 2026, and ends with the publication of the final electoral roll on October 1, 2026.

Q3.
What are the phases and key dates of SIR 2026?
The SIR follows five phases. House-to-house enumeration runs from June 25 to July 24, 2026. The draft electoral roll is published on July 31, 2026. The claims and objections period runs from July 31 to August 30, 2026. The notice phase covering issuance, hearings, verification, and disposal of claims runs from July 31 to September 28, 2026. The final electoral roll is published on October 1, 2026.

Q4.
How will the Enumeration Form be distributed to voters?
Booth Level Officers will visit each household at least three times and distribute pre-printed Enumeration Forms in duplicate. After the elector fills in the form, the BLO collects one copy and issues an acknowledgement on the second copy, which the elector must retain. BLOs will also provide Form 6 and a declaration form for new electors seeking enrolment.

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Q5.
What should I do if I did not receive my Enumeration Form?
Electors who did not receive their Enumeration Form can contact their Booth Level Officer using the number listed on ceotelangana.nic.in. They can also use the “Book a Call with BLO” option on voters.eci.gov.in or the ECINET App. If absent during a BLO visit, any adult family member may receive and submit the form on their behalf.

Q6.
What should I do if I am unable to fill the Enumeration Form?
The Booth Level Officer will guide the elector in filling the form during distribution. If the elector is still unable to fill it, the BLO will provide further assistance during subsequent visits to the household.

Q7.
How do I check whether my name exists in the electoral roll?
Voters can search for their name on ceotelangana.nic.in or voters.eci.gov.in using the “Search by Elector Details” option. Part-wise electoral rolls in PDF format are also available on the site. The printed hard copy of the electoral roll is also available with the local Booth Level Officer.

Q8.
What if my name is missing from the SIR-2002 roll even though I voted in 2024?
If a voter’s name does not appear in the SIR-2002 roll despite having voted in the 2024 parliamentary elections, the elector should retrieve their parents’ or grandparents’ electoral details. These details must be filled in the appropriate column of the Enumeration Form. The Booth Level Officer will assist in identifying the correct information.

Q9.
How do I update my address if I have moved to a new location?
Address changes can be made after the publication of the draft electoral roll on July 31, 2026. Electors must apply using Form 8 to the Electoral Registration Officer. Applications will be processed during the claims and objections period from July 31 to August 30, 2026, and the changes will reflect in the final roll.

Q10.
What if I am not available at home when the BLO visits?
If an elector is not available during a BLO visit, any adult member of the family can fill, sign, and submit the Enumeration Form on their behalf. The BLO will make at least three visits before the July 24, 2026 deadline.

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Q11.
Can I make corrections in the Enumeration Form or get a fresh one?
No fresh Enumeration Form will be issued. Corrections must be made clearly and accurately on the existing form before submission to the Booth Level Officer.

Q12.
Is it mandatory to provide my Aadhaar number in the Enumeration Form?
No. Providing an Aadhaar number in the Enumeration Form is optional. Electors may choose to include it if they wish to do so.

Q13.
What should I do if the photograph in my Enumeration Form is incorrect or outdated?
Electors must affix a recent photograph in the designated space provided on the Enumeration Form if the pre-printed photograph is incorrect or outdated.

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Q14.
By when will Booth Level Officers collect the filled Enumeration Forms?
Booth Level Officers will make at least three visits and collect all filled Enumeration Forms before July 24, 2026.

Q15.
Can a new voter who has already completed 18 years apply for inclusion now?
Yes. New voters who have completed 18 years must fill Form 6 along with a declaration form provided by the BLO. Their applications will be processed during the claims and objections period from July 31 to August 30, 2026, and eligible names will appear in the final roll.

Q16.
Can I apply if I will turn 18 later in the year?
Yes. Electors who will attain the age of 18 years on or before October 1, 2026 can submit Form 6 along with a declaration form obtained from the BLO. Their applications will be processed by the Electoral Registration Officer, and eligible names will be included in the final roll.

Q17.
Where can I get help with the Enumeration Form or voter search?
Electors can contact the toll-free Voter Helpline at 1950 for assistance. The “Book a Call with BLO” facility is also available on voters.eci.gov.in and the ECINET App. Additionally, the Booth Level Officer will guide voters during all three scheduled household visits.

Q18.
Is online submission of the Enumeration Form available?
Yes. The Election Commission of India provides an online facility on voters.eci.gov.in for electors to fill and submit the Enumeration Form digitally. This facility is available to all electors whose name in the electoral roll matches the name in their Aadhaar card.

Q19.
What is the procedure to fill the Enumeration Form online?
Electors must log in to voters.eci.gov.in using their registered mobile number or EPIC number and authenticate via OTP. After login, they must select the “Fill Enumeration Form” option and fill in the required details. Upon submission, the system redirects to an e-sign page where a second OTP is sent to the registered mobile number. After entering the OTP, the form is successfully uploaded.

Q20.
How can I trace my parents’ or grandparents’ details in SIR-2002 online?
The details of parents or grandparents in SIR-2002 can be traced on ceotelangana.nic.in using the “Search by Name” or “Search by EPIC Number” options available on the portal.

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Q21.
What if my entire family is out of station during the enumeration phase?
If the entire family is out of station during the house-to-house enumeration phase, they may submit the Enumeration Form online through voters.eci.gov.in. This facility enables electors to complete the process even when not physically present at their residence.

Q22.
What happens if I do not return my Enumeration Form?
Electors who do not return the Enumeration Form risk exclusion from the draft electoral roll. The BLO will conduct a local inquiry and classify the elector as absent, deceased, shifted, or a duplicate based on inputs from nearby residents. Such names will not be included in the draft roll.

Q23.
When and what documents do I need to submit during SIR?
No documents are required during the enumeration phase. However, after the draft electoral roll is published, the Electoral Registration Officer may issue a notice to any elector whose eligibility is in doubt. In such cases, the elector must provide supporting documents. Accepted documents include identity cards issued to government employees or pensioners, government-issued identity cards or certificates from banks, post offices, LIC, or PSUs issued before July 1, 1987, birth certificates, passports, matriculation or educational certificates from recognised boards or universities, permanent residence certificates, forest right certificates, OBC, SC, or ST caste certificates, National Register of Citizens records, family registers prepared by state or local authorities, and land or house allotment certificates issued by the government.

Q24.
What if a family member is working abroad or in another city or state?
If a voter is employed abroad or in another city or state, any adult family member present at the household may fill in the Enumeration Form on their behalf, sign it, and submit it to the Booth Level Officer during the enumeration phase.