New Voter Card Application (or EPIC – Elector’s Photo Identity Card) is now a smooth, digital process primarily done through ECI Form 6. This form is specifically used for the inclusion of a new name in the electoral roll, a common activity during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
New Voter Card Application
This guide walks you through every section of the official online Form 6 submission to ensure your application is successful.
1. Eligibility Requirements for New Voter Card Application
To successfully apply for a new voter card, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must be a citizen of India.
- You must be ordinarily resident in the constituency where you are applying.
- You must be 18 years of age or older on the qualifying date (usually January 1st of the current year, or the special qualifying date announced by the ECI for the SIR).
- Your name must not already be included in any other electoral roll.
2. Mandatory Documents for Upload (Form 6)
Ensure you have digital copies (scanned or clear photos) of these documents ready for upload:
| Document Type | Required Proof | Acceptable Documents |
|---|---|---|
| Proof of Date of Birth (DoB) | Must be verifiable | Birth Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Passport, Class 10/12 Mark Sheet (if age is 18-21). |
| Proof of Present Ordinary Residence (POA) | Must match the address on your form | Latest Utility Bill (Electricity, Gas, Water), Aadhaar Card, Bank/Post Office Passbook, Rental Agreement (registered). |
| Photograph | Required | Recent passport-sized color photograph (clear, frontal view). |
3. Step-by-Step Online Submission via VSP
The application is made through the ECI’s central Voters’ Services Portal (VSP):
Step 1: Access the Portal and Registration
- Go to the official VSP: https://voters.eci.gov.in/
- Select “Sign Up” and register using your mobile number and email. Complete the KYC (Know Your Customer) process.
- Log in using your credentials.
Step 2: Initiate Form 6
- On the dashboard, locate and click the option: “Form 6 – Application for Inclusion of Name.”
- The system will ask: “Are you applying for the first time as a new voter?” Select ‘Yes.’
- Select your State and District of ordinary residence.
Step 3: Fill Personal and Address Details
- Section 1 (State/Constituency): Auto-filled based on your initial selection.
- Section 2 (Personal Details): Enter Name, Surname, Aadhaar Number (recommended), and Mobile Number.
- Section 3 (Relationship Details): Enter the EPIC details of a family member (Father, Mother, or Spouse) who is already registered in the constituency. This step is crucial for family mapping.
- Section 4 (Permanent Address): Fill in the full residential address where you reside and wish to be registered as a voter.
- Section 5 (Date of Birth): Enter your DOB and the place of birth.
Step 4: Uploading Documents
- Attach the digital copy of the Proof of DoB (e.g., Birth Certificate).
- Attach the digital copy of the Proof of Address (POA).
- Upload your recent Photograph.
Step 5: Declaration and Final Submission for New Voter Card Application
- Declaration: Enter the name of the place and date of application.
- You must digitally declare that you meet all eligibility criteria and that the information provided is accurate.
- Click “Submit.”
4. Post-Submission and Tracking
Upon successful submission, the portal will generate a unique 10-digit Application Reference Number (ARN).
- Tracking: Use this ARN on the VSP under the “Track Application Status” tab.
- Verification: Your application status will proceed through stages: BLO verification (physical visit to your address), Field Verification Report (FVR), ERO hearing (if necessary), and final Acceptance/Rejection.
- EPIC Generation: Once approved, your EPIC number will be generated and you may be able to download the e-EPIC (digital voter card) from the VSP.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes provided by timetoupdates.com. Always rely on the official ECI portal and their prescribed procedures.
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