How to vote India: What are the voting timings? Complete guideline on voting (2024)

Synopsis

The Election Commission of India has announced the voting hours for the upcoming elections. General voting will take place from 07:00 AM to 06:00 PM, with specific timings for different regions. Voters can find their polling stations using the Photo Voters slip or the Election Commission website. Maps of most polling stations are available online, along with electoral rolls. This ensures a smooth voting process for all citizens.

How to vote India: What are the voting timings? Complete guideline on voting (1)

Voters across the country will have the opportunity to cast their ballots during specific time slots outlined by the commission. Here are the details:

Voting Time Slots:

General Voting Hours: From 07:00 AM to 06:00 PM
North Eastern Region: From 07:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Manipur & Nagaland: From 07:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Certain Other Constituencies: From 07:00 AM to 04:00 PM

For specific information regarding the polling hours in your constituency, voters can visit the Election Commission's official website at https://eci.gov.in/.

Additionally, the Election Commission has instructed Chief Electoral Officers and District Electoral Officers to ensure widespread awareness about the voting hours in their respective states and districts.

Guidelines for Voters:
To participate in the electoral process, voters need to know where to cast their votes. Here's how to find your polling station:

Photo Voters Slip: Check the name and address of your polling station on the Photo Voters slip issued to you by the Election Office.

Election Commission Website: Visit the Election Commission of India's website (www.eci.nic.in) to access information about your polling station.

Polling Station Maps: Most polling stations have been plotted on maps available on the ECI website. Follow these steps to find your polling station:

Click on the tab 'Polling Station Maps' on the ECI website.
Select your State/UT from the dropdown menu.
Choose your district, assembly constituency, and polling station names.
Click to view the polling station location on the map viewer.
Locating Your Polling Station: On the map viewer, polling station locations are marked with pins. Click on the pin to access information such as names and cell phone numbers of officials like the Chief Electoral Officer, District Election Officer, Electoral Registration Officer, and Booth Level Officer.

Access to Electoral Rolls: Electoral rolls for each polling station are available in PDF format on the ECI website. Click on the provided link to access and save the electoral roll for your polling station.

By following these guidelines, voters can ensure they are well-informed and ready to participate in the democratic process.

This announcement aims to facilitate a smooth and efficient voting experience for all eligible voters across the nation.

For further information or assistance, citizens are encouraged to visit the Election Commission's website or contact their respective electoral authorities.

This news article has been crafted based on information provided by the Election Commission of India and aims to provide essential details to voters in a clear and concise manner.

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( Originally published on Apr 23, 2019 )

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