Andhra Pradesh Deputy Mayor Election 2026 – Date & Results
The Andhra Pradesh Deputy Mayor Election 2026 will decide the new Deputy Mayors of municipal corporations across the state. Unlike the direct election of Mayors, the Deputy Mayor is elected indirectly by eligible elected members of the respective Municipal Corporation through a special meeting.
The Andhra Pradesh Government notified the Deputy Mayor Election Rules, 2026 through G.O.Ms.No. 212 dated September 5, 2026. Under these rules, the special meeting for electing a Deputy Mayor must be held within 15 days of the first meeting of the Municipal Corporation. As of November 3, 2026, the separate revised schedule for these indirect elections was still awaited.
AP Deputy Mayor Election 2026 – Latest Update
Election: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Mayor Election 2026
Election type: Indirect election
Electing authority: Eligible elected members of the Municipal Corporation
Government rules: G.O.Ms.No. 212
Rules notification date: September 5, 2026
Meeting deadline: Within 15 days of the first meeting of the Corporation
Separate election date: Awaiting revised official schedule
Number of Deputy Mayors per Corporation: One
Final winners list: Awaiting official declarations
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Mayor Election 2026 Date
The Deputy Mayor election is not conducted through a separate public vote. It takes place in a special meeting of the Municipal Corporation after the elected members and the Mayor take part in the corporations formal proceedings.
The 2026 rules provide that the special meeting for the Deputy Mayor election must be convened within 15 days of the first meeting of the Corporation. The eligible members must receive at least three clear days of advance notice. The State Election Commission is expected to issue the revised schedule and related instructions separately.
| Election Stage | Date / Rule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal corporation polling | November 1, 2026 | Scheduled |
| Municipal election counting | November 3, 2026 | Scheduled |
| First meeting of Corporation | To be notified | Awaiting details |
| Special meeting for Deputy Mayor | Within 15 days of first meeting | As per 2026 rules |
| Deputy Mayor result | On completion of the election meeting | Awaiting declaration |
How is the Deputy Mayor Elected in Andhra Pradesh?
The Deputy Mayor is elected through an indirect process. Eligible members of the Municipal Corporation participate in a special meeting convened for this purpose. A candidate must be proposed by one eligible member and seconded by another eligible member.
The 2026 rules also prescribe a quorum requirement. At least half of the members entitled to vote must be present within one hour of the appointed meeting time. If the election cannot be completed because of a lack of quorum in the first two special meetings, the subsequent meeting can proceed with the members present, without insisting on quorum.
Deputy Mayor Election Rules 2026 – Important Points
- The Deputy Mayor is elected indirectly by eligible members of the Municipal Corporation.
- The election is conducted in a special meeting.
- The special meeting must be held within 15 days of the Corporations first meeting.
- At least three clear days of advance notice must be given to eligible members.
- A candidate must be proposed and seconded by eligible members.
- The prescribed quorum is at least half of the members entitled to vote.
- Each Municipal Corporation will have one Deputy Mayor under the revised framework, instead of two.
- The elected Deputy Mayors name must be published on the Corporation notice board and communicated to the State Election Commission and the Municipal Administration authorities.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Mayor Winners List 2026 – Corporation Wise
The following list covers the 13 Municipal Corporations in the current election phase. The names of Deputy Mayors will be added after the special meetings and official declarations. The result status should not be confused with the direct Mayor election result.
| S. No. | Municipal Corporation | Deputy Mayor Name | Party | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greater Visakhapatnam (GVMC) | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 2 | Vijayawada | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 3 | Vizianagaram | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 4 | Eluru | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 5 | Machilipatnam | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 6 | Guntur | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 7 | Ongole | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 8 | Nellore | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 9 | Tirupati | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 10 | Chittoor | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 11 | Kadapa | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 12 | Kurnool | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
| 13 | Anantapur | Awaiting official declaration | Pending | Election date awaited |
Difference Between Mayor and Deputy Mayor Election
| Point | Mayor | Deputy Mayor |
|---|---|---|
| Election method | Direct election by voters | Indirect election by eligible members |
| Who votes? | Registered voters of the corporation | Eligible elected and other members as provided by law |
| Election process | Public polling | Special corporation meeting |
| Election date | November 1, 2026 polling | Separate schedule awaited |
Where to Check AP Deputy Mayor Election Date and Results?
For official updates, check the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission and Municipal Administration Department notifications. Corporation-level notices are also important because the Deputy Mayor election is held through a special meeting of the respective Corporation.
- Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission
- Commissioner and Director of Municipal Administration, Andhra Pradesh
- AP Municipal Election Results 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is the Andhra Pradesh Deputy Mayor Election 2026?
A separate revised election date had not been published in the schedule checked on November 3, 2026. Under the notified rules, the special meeting must be held within 15 days of the first meeting of the Corporation.
2. Who elects the Deputy Mayor in Andhra Pradesh?
The Deputy Mayor is elected indirectly by eligible members of the respective Municipal Corporation in a special meeting.
3. How many Deputy Mayors will each Municipal Corporation have?
Under the revised 2026 framework, each Municipal Corporation will have one Deputy Mayor instead of two.
4. What is the quorum for the Deputy Mayor election meeting?
At least half of the members entitled to vote must be present within one hour of the appointed meeting time. The rules provide a subsequent-meeting procedure if quorum is not met in the first two special meetings.
5. When will the AP Deputy Mayor Winners List 2026 be released?
The winners list will be available after the special meetings and official declarations by the respective Municipal Corporations.
6. Is the Deputy Mayor elected directly by the public?
No. Voters directly elect the Mayor under the revised system, while the Deputy Mayor is elected indirectly by eligible members.
Disclaimer: The Deputy Mayor election date and corporation-wise winners were not confirmed in the schedule checked for this update. The article follows the Andhra Pradesh Deputy Mayor Election Rules, 2026 and should be updated when the State Election Commission or the concerned Municipal Corporation issues the revised programme and result notifications.
