This action was taken under thedrive to update the electoral rolls by removing duplicate entries and the names of voters who have shifted or passed away.
Why were 73 lakh names deleted? Gujarat Draft Voter List 2026
According to the commission, the deleted names primarily fall into these categories:
How to Check Your Name in the List (Step-by-Step)
Gujarat Draft Voter List 2026: If you want to verify whether your name has been deleted or is still on the list, you can check it from home using the following methods:
Method 1: Check Online (Website)
- Visit the official CEO Gujarat website at ceo.gujarat.gov.in or the Election Commission portal at electoralsearch.eci.gov.in.
- Click on “Search in Electoral Roll.”
- You can search using three methods:
- Search by Details: Enter your name, father’s name, age, and district.
- Search by EPIC No.: Enter your Voter ID Card number.
- Search by Mobile: If your mobile number is registered, enter it and verify via OTP.
- If your name is on the list, your details will appear on the screen.
Method 2: Voter Helpline App (Mobile)
- Download the “Voter Helpline” app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Click on “Search Your Name in Electoral Roll.”
- Enter your Voter ID number or personal details to search.
Method 3: Offline (Contact BLO)
You can visit your local BLO (Booth Level Officer) to check the physical copy of the draft list. They also possess a separate list of deleted names.
What to do if your name has been deleted?
There is no need to panic; you have a window of opportunity to restore your name.
- Deadline: You can file claims or objections until January 18, 2026.
- To Add Your Name: Fill out Form 6 (available on the NVSP portal or Voter Helpline App).
- To Correct Name/Address: Fill out Form 8.
- To File an Objection: If your name was deleted incorrectly, fill out Form 7.
Recommendation: Check your status immediately. Once the final list is published after January 18, making changes will become much more difficult.