AP ULB Election 2026: Voting Date, Time and Counting Schedule

The Andhra Pradesh Urban Local Bodies (ULB) Election 2026 schedule has been revised by the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC). Polling across 100 urban local bodies is scheduled for November 1, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Vote counting is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM on November 3, 2026. If required, repolling will take place on November 2 during the same polling hours.

The revised programme replaces the earlier polling date of October 28, 2026. The schedule was changed after Supreme Court directions concerning complaints about the nomination process in certain wards. Voters, candidates and political parties should check the latest official notification before relying on election dates or arrangements.

AP ULB Election 2026 Voting Date

The revised polling date for the Andhra Pradesh Urban Local Bodies Election 2026 is November 1, 2026. Elections are scheduled across 100 urban local bodies, comprising 13 municipal corporations and 87 municipalities and nagar panchayats combined.

The State Election Commission initially scheduled polling for October 28. However, following Supreme Court directions regarding complaints that some candidates had been prevented from filing nominations, the Commission revised the election programme. The new polling date applies across all 100 urban local bodies covered by the programme.

What Is the Voting Time for AP Municipal Elections?

According to the revised schedule reported by the media, polling will take place from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on November 1, 2026. Voters should confirm their polling station and follow the instructions issued by the relevant election officials.

Before leaving for the polling station, check your name on the electoral roll, confirm your ward and polling location, and carry an identification document accepted under the applicable election instructions. Do not assume that the polling location is the same as in a previous election.

AP ULB Election 2026 Full Schedule

The dates for fresh nominations and candidate withdrawals apply to the revised process in specified wards. They are not new nomination dates for every ward across the state. The current reported polling date is November 1, followed by possible repolling on November 2 and counting on November 3.

Why Was the AP ULB Election Schedule Revised?

The election programme was revised following Supreme Court directions dated October 21, 2026. Complaints were raised that some aspiring candidates had allegedly faced intimidation, attacks, damage to nomination papers or other obstacles while trying to submit their nominations.

The State Election Commission examined reports and supporting material relating to the complaints. It subsequently permitted fresh nominations in specified wards of four urban local bodies and revised polling for all 100 urban local bodies. The change was intended to provide affected eligible candidates an additional opportunity to contest in the wards identified by the Commission.

Four Urban Local Bodies with Fresh Nominations

• Kadapa Municipal Corporation: 11 specified wards
• Tirupati Municipal Corporation: 18 specified wards
• Rajampet Municipality: 11 specified wards
• Mydukur Municipality: All 32 wards

Fresh nominations in the specified areas were accepted on October 23 and 24, 2026. Scrutiny was scheduled for October 25, followed by the withdrawal deadline and publication of the final list of contesting candidates. The extension was limited to the areas specified in the revised election notification.

When Will AP ULB Election Counting Start?

Vote counting is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM on November 3, 2026. Results may be declared at different times as counting progresses across wards and urban local bodies. Early leads and unofficial figures should not be treated as final results.

For confirmed results, voters should refer to announcements issued by authorised election officials and the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission. The schedule for subsequent indirect elections to posts such as mayor, deputy mayor, chairperson and vice-chairperson should be checked separately because it may be notified through a separate programme.

How to Check the Official AP ULB Election Schedule

1. Visit the official Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission website.
2. Look for the municipal or urban local body election notifications.
3. Open the latest revised schedule or any subsequent official order.
4. Confirm the polling date, voting hours and your local body details.
5. Check official announcements for counting updates and declared results.

Official website: Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the AP ULB Election 2026 voting date?

The revised polling date is November 1, 2026.

2. What are the voting hours?

Polling is scheduled from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on November 1, 2026.

3. When will vote counting start?

Counting is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM on November 3, 2026.

4. Is repolling scheduled?

Repolling, if required, is scheduled for November 2, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

5. How many urban local bodies are covered?

The election programme covers 100 urban local bodies, including 13 municipal corporations and 87 municipalities and nagar panchayats combined.

6. Where can I check official election updates?

Visit the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission website for official notices and updates.