Guwahati, Jan 19: The chief electoral officer (CEO), Assam has urged eligible citizens to submit their applications for filing claims, objections and corrections of names in the electoral rolls on or before the stipulated deadline of January 22, 2026.
Notably, the process of Special Revision (SR) of electoral rolls is currently underway in accordance with a directive of the Election Commission of India (ECI) issued in November last year.
According to the guidelines under the process, voters can submit applications for inclusion, deletion, correction of entries, or change of residence within the stipulated time frame.
Eligible citizens seeking new voter registration must apply using Form 6, while Form 7 is designated for objections or deletion of names. Form 8 can be used for corrections in personal details or shifting of residence within the constituency.
“All such applications must be completed and submitted on or before January 22, 2026,” a notification issued here said.
According to the office of the CEO, Assam, applicants can submit their forms offline by approaching their respective booth level officers (BLOs) at designated polling stations, or by contacting the electoral registration officer (ERO) or assistant electoral registration officer (AERO). Alternatively, voters may opt for the online mode by using the ECINET mobile application or visiting the official portal, voters.eci.gov.in.
“There is no legal restriction on the number of Form 7 applications an elector may submit in their constituency, provided the objections comply with the law,” the notification said.
The CEO office has also appealed to citizens to verify their names in the draft electoral rolls and take immediate corrective steps if required.
“All citizens are requested to ensure that every eligible voter is duly enrolled in the electoral roll of their respective constituency on or before January 22, 2026,” the notification read.
For assistance or clarification, voters can contact their nearest BLO or dial the toll-free helpline number 1950, the statement issued by the joint CEO, Assam, said.
