Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Election 2026: Date, Schedule & Latest News

Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Election 2026: The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC) has announced a three-phase schedule for Gram Panchayat elections in the state. According to the schedule announced on 14 October 2026, polling will take place on 26 November, 29 November and 2 December 2026. Counting and declaration of results are scheduled for the same day as polling in each phase.

The elections will cover rural local government institutions across Andhra Pradesh. Voters will elect Sarpanches and Gram Panchayat ward members. The exact phase assigned to each Gram Panchayat should be checked through the relevant district administration and Returning Officer notification.

Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Election 2026 – Overview

Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Election 2026 – Important Dates

Important: These are the announced statewide phase dates. Not every Gram Panchayat will vote on the same day. Voters should check their local election notice to identify the phase applicable to their village.

Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Election 2026 – Phase-wise Schedule

Phase 1 Election Schedule

Phase 2 Election Schedule

Phase 3 Election Schedule

Note: The detailed nomination and appeal dates above reflect the announced phase-wise programme available for this article. Candidates should follow the actual notification and instructions issued by the Returning Officer for their Gram Panchayat.

Who Will Be Elected in Gram Panchayat Elections?

Gram Panchayat elections are rural local body elections. Voters elect representatives for village-level governance through the following posts:

• Sarpanch: The elected head of the Gram Panchayat.
• Ward Members: Representatives elected from the respective Gram Panchayat wards.

The Upa-Sarpanch is elected separately through an indirect election by the elected Gram Panchayat members, as per the applicable election procedure.

Upa-Sarpanch Election 2026 – Indirect Election Schedule

The special meeting dates are phase-specific. Elected Gram Panchayat members should follow the notice issued by the competent election authority for their village.

Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Election 2026 – Latest News

1. Three-phase election programme announced

The State Election Commission announced that Gram Panchayat polling would be conducted in three phases on 26 November, 29 November and 2 December 2026. Results are scheduled for the respective polling dates.

2. Nomination process to begin in November

The announced programme provides separate notification and nomination dates for each phase. Candidates should obtain the prescribed nomination forms and submit them to the designated Returning Officer within the applicable deadline.

3. Candidate and voter information

Final candidate lists, polling station details, voter information and local instructions should be checked through the relevant district election authorities and official SEC notices. The phase assigned to a particular village must not be assumed from the statewide calendar alone.

4. Election examination schedule representation

On 5 November 2026, reports stated that the State Election Commission had forwarded a representation to APPSC regarding a possible clash between the Phase 3 Gram Panchayat election date and the Assistant Professor recruitment examination scheduled from 1 to 5 December. Forwarding the representation does not itself change either schedule. Candidates should wait for an official APPSC or APSEC order before treating any date as revised.

How to Check Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat Election Schedule

1. Visit the official Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission website.
2. Open the latest election notifications or Gram Panchayat election section.
3. Look for the relevant phase and district notification.
4. Check the village or Gram Panchayat name in the applicable election notice.
5. Confirm nomination dates, polling date, polling station and other instructions with the Returning Officer.

Official website: Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Check the nomination form and required documents before filing.
• Follow the nomination deadline applicable to the assigned phase.
• Obtain required certificates from the competent authorities in time.
• Check the scrutiny and appeal dates if a nomination is rejected.
• Verify the final list of contesting candidates after the withdrawal deadline.
• Follow the Model Code of Conduct and instructions issued by election officials.

Important Instructions for Voters

• Confirm the election phase for your Gram Panchayat.
• Check your name in the applicable electoral roll.
• Confirm your polling station and polling time from official notices.
• Carry an accepted identity document as instructed by election officials.
• Follow polling-station rules and instructions given by polling staff.

Frequently Asked Questions – AP Gram Panchayat Election 2026

When will Andhra Pradesh Gram Panchayat elections be held in 2026?

Polling is scheduled in three phases on 26 November, 29 November and 2 December 2026.

How many phases are there in the AP Gram Panchayat Election 2026?

The announced election programme has three phases.

When will the AP Gram Panchayat election results be declared?

Counting and result declaration are scheduled for the same day as polling in each phase: 26 November, 29 November and 2 December 2026.

When will Phase 1 Gram Panchayat polling take place?

Phase 1 polling is scheduled for 26 November 2026.

When will Phase 2 Gram Panchayat polling take place?

Phase 2 polling is scheduled for 29 November 2026.

When will Phase 3 Gram Panchayat polling take place?

Phase 3 polling is scheduled for 2 December 2026.

Who conducts Gram Panchayat elections in Andhra Pradesh?

The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission is responsible for conducting local body elections in the state.

Where can I check the official Gram Panchayat election notification?

Visit the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission website and check the latest Gram Panchayat election notifications.

Official Sources

• Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC)
• Government of Andhra Pradesh

Last updated: 6 November 2026. Election dates and detailed phase-wise activities are based on the announced 2026 programme available at the time of writing. Any subsequent official revision, local notification or court direction will take precedence. Voters and candidates should verify the latest instructions with APSEC and their district election authorities.