Massive Voter List Update Begins in Tamil Nadu, UP, Kerala & More — Are You Still Registered?
Starting November 4, 2025, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral roll across 12 States and Union Territories, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Puducherry. This massive voter verification drive ( Voter List ) will impact over 51 crore voters. If you’re a resident of these regions, it’s time to check your voter registration status, submit your enumeration form, and ensure your name appears in the final electoral roll by February 7, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know — and why it matters.
States & UTs Covered in SIR 2025
- Tamil Nadu voter roll update 2025
- Kerala electoral roll revision
- Uttar Pradesh BLO enumeration process
- West Bengal voter registration 2025
- Puducherry draft roll publication
- Gujarat voter verification drive
- Chhattisgarh electoral roll cleanup
- Rajasthan voter list mapping
- Madhya Pradesh enumeration phase
- Goa voter registration deadline
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands BLO process
- Lakshadweep voter roll update
Timeline & Key Dates for Electoral Roll Revision
- House-to-house enumeration: Nov 4 – Dec 4, 2025
- Draft rolls publication: Dec 9, 2025
- Claims & objections window: Dec 9, 2025 – Jan 8, 2026
- Hearings & verifications: Dec 9, 2025 – Jan 31, 2026
- Final rolls publication: Feb 7, 2026
What’s New in SIR 2.0? Key Changes You Should Know
- No documents required during enumeration: Based on Bihar’s experience, voters won’t need to submit any of the 11 indicative documents.
- Aadhaar added as 12th document: Only for identity proof, not citizenship.
- Pre-mapping with 2002–2004 rolls: States already matched current voters with previous SIR data.
- Signature by parent/relative allowed: BLO will counter-sign if voter is unavailable.
- Fresh voter registrations allowed: BLOs will carry blank Form 6s for new electors.
How to Check If Your Name Is Missing from the Draft Roll
- Visit your Panchayat Bhavan, urban local body office, or block development office.
- Look for booth-wise lists of excluded voters.
- Check the reason for non-inclusion (death, duplication, etc.).
- Submit claims or objections between Dec 9 and Jan 8.
Role of BLOs & Electoral Registration Officers
- BLOs will conduct door-to-door verification.
- They will record enumeration form status, missing voters, and probable causes.
- Electoral officers will issue notices to unlinked voters after draft roll publication.
Nationwide Mapping: Check Your Name in Any State
Unlike Bihar, this time the ECI allows voters to verify their names across all States, not just where they reside. This is a major step toward transparent and inclusive elections.
🆕 New Voter Registration: Who Can Apply?
- Anyone turning 18 by January 1, 2026
- Migrants or newly settled residents
- Those whose names were deleted or missing
Visit your BLO and request Form 6 and a declaration form to enroll.
📎 External Links for Reference
- Election Commission of India – Voter Services
- Step-by-step guide to SIR 2025 – Indian Express The Indian Express
- The Hindu – SIR 2025 Announcement The Hindu
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1. What is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls?
The SIR is a voter list verification and cleanup process conducted by the Election Commission of India to ensure accuracy in electoral rolls before upcoming elections.
2. Which States and Union Territories are included in SIR 2025?
The revision covers Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep.
3. What are the important dates for SIR 2025?
- Enumeration: November 4 to December 4, 2025
- Draft Roll Publication: December 9, 2025
- Claims & Objections: December 9 to January 8, 2026
- Final Roll Release: February 7, 2026
4. Are documents required during the enumeration process?
No. Voters do not need to submit any documents during enumeration. Aadhaar can be used only for identity verification.
5. How can new voters register during this process?
New voters can register by filling Form 6, which will be available with BLOs during the house-to-house enumeration. Eligibility requires turning 18 by January 1, 2026.
