Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026 – Candidate List Party Wise
Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026 is being held again in 30 affected wards following the directions of the Supreme Court of India and subsequent notifications issued by the Punjab Government. Voters are looking for the party-wise candidate list, ward-wise nominees, AAP candidates, Congress candidates, BJP candidates, SAD candidates and Independent candidates for the fresh municipal election.
Candidate List Status as on 8 November 2026: Official party-wise candidate names are awaited in the sources verified for this article. The Punjab Government notifications identify the affected wards and reservation categories, but do not contain the final candidate names or party-wise nomination lists. Therefore, unverified names have not been published as confirmed candidates.
The election covers 28 originally notified wards and two additional wards, Ward 15 and Ward 58. The Punjab Government issued Notification No. 03/01/Elections(S-2)/MEB/2026/177 dated 23 October 2026 for the original 28 wards. Notification No. 03/01/Elections(S-2)/MEB/2026/178 dated 2 November 2026 added Ward 15 and Ward 58.
Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026: Overview
| Election Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Election Name | Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026 |
| State | Punjab |
| District | Patiala |
| Election Type | Municipal Corporation Re-Election |
| Total Affected Wards | 30 |
| Original Wards | 28 |
| Additional Wards | Ward 15 and Ward 58 |
| Candidate List | Official party-wise names awaited |
| Election Programme | Check Punjab State Election Commission |
| Government Completion Deadline | 18 November 2026 |
| Election Authority | Punjab State Election Commission |
| Official Election Website | sec.punjab.gov.in |
Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026: Party Wise Candidate List
The following table is designed to track candidates from major political parties and Independent candidates in all 30 affected wards. Candidate names should be filled in only after checking the official nomination records, final contesting-candidate list or party announcements.
| Ward No. | AAP Candidate | Congress Candidate | BJP Candidate | SAD Candidate | Independent / Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 4 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 6 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 12 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 14 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 15 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 16 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 22 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 26 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 28 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 32 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 33 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 34 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 36 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 37 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 38 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 40 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 41 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 43 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 44 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 45 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 46 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 48 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 50 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 51 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 52 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 53 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 55 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 57 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
| 58 | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited | Awaited |
Important: Awaited means that a verified candidate name was not available in the official material checked for this article. It does not mean that a party will not contest that ward. The final contesting-candidate list may include candidates from other registered political parties and Independents.
AAP Candidate List for Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026
Voters searching for the Aam Aadmi Party candidate list for Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026 should check the official nomination and final contesting-candidate records. The government ward notifications do not provide AAP candidate names.
| Ward Number | AAP Candidate Name | Candidate Status |
|---|---|---|
| All 30 affected wards | Official names awaited | Verify from final candidate list |
Congress Candidate List for Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026
The Congress party candidate list should be verified from official party announcements and the final election authority records. No ward-wise Congress nominee is confirmed in the government notifications referenced in this article.
| Ward Number | Congress Candidate Name | Candidate Status |
|---|---|---|
| All 30 affected wards | Official names awaited | Verify from final candidate list |
BJP Candidate List for Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026
Voters can check the BJP candidate list after the party announces its nominees and the election authority publishes the final contesting-candidate records. The official government notifications available for this article do not include BJP candidate names.
| Ward Number | BJP Candidate Name | Candidate Status |
|---|---|---|
| All 30 affected wards | Official names awaited | Verify from final candidate list |
Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) Candidate List 2026
The Shiromani Akali Dal candidate list for the 30 affected wards should be checked against the party announcement and the final election authority records. A previously announced candidate for an earlier municipal election should not automatically be treated as a confirmed candidate for this fresh election.
| Ward Number | SAD Candidate Name | Candidate Status |
|---|---|---|
| All 30 affected wards | Official names awaited | Verify from final candidate list |
Independent Candidates and Other Political Parties
Apart from major political parties, Independent candidates and nominees of other registered political parties may also contest the Patiala Municipal Corporation election. Their names and election symbols should be checked in the final list of contesting candidates issued by the election authority.
| Candidate Category | Ward Wise Details | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Candidates | All affected wards | Awaiting verified list |
| Other Registered Parties | All affected wards | Awaiting verified list |
Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026: Complete 30 Ward List
The following 30 wards are included in the fresh election process:
1, 4, 6, 12, 14, 15, 16, 22, 26, 28, 32, 33, 34, 36, 37, 38, 40, 41, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 50, 51, 52, 53, 55, 57 and 58.
Patiala Municipal Corporation Ward Reservation 2026
The Punjab Government notifications specify reservation categories for several affected wards. Candidates should verify the applicable reservation category before filing nomination papers.
| Reservation Category | Ward Numbers | Total |
|---|---|---|
| SC Women | 1 and 45 | 2 |
| SC | 26 and 52 | 2 |
| Women | 15, 22, 33, 37, 41, 43, 51, 53, 55 and 57 | 10 |
| Reservation not specified in the listed notification entry | 4, 6, 12, 14, 16, 28, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 44, 46, 48, 50 and 58 | 16 |
| Total | 30 Wards | 30 |
For wards where the listed notification entry does not show a reservation label, the final applicable reservation status should be verified from the relevant official order. Do not assume a category without checking the notification.
Important Election Notifications for Patiala 2026
| Date | Notification Number | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 23 October 2026 | 03/01/Elections(S-2)/MEB/2026/177 | Fresh election in 28 Patiala Municipal Corporation wards |
| 2 November 2026 | 03/01/Elections(S-2)/MEB/2026/178 | Ward 15 and Ward 58 added to the fresh election process |
How to Check the Final Patiala Candidate List 2026?
Once the nomination process is completed, voters should check the final list of contesting candidates published by the competent election authority. Follow these steps:
- Visit the Punjab State Election Commission website.
- Open the municipal election section.
- Look for the Patiala Municipal Corporation election programme and candidate-related notices.
- Find the final list of contesting candidates or ward-wise candidate records.
- Select the relevant ward number.
- Check the candidate name, party affiliation and allotted election symbol.
- Verify whether the candidate is contesting as a party nominee or an Independent.
Official Election Commission: Punjab State Election Commission
Official Patiala District Election Page: Repoll MC Elections 2026 in 30 Wards
Official Government Websites for Patiala Election Updates
| Government Authority | Purpose | Official Website |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab State Election Commission | Election programme, nomination notices, candidate records and results | sec.punjab.gov.in |
| District Patiala Administration | Election and voter list updates for 30 wards | patiala.nic.in |
| Government of Punjab eGazette | Government notifications and orders | Punjab eGazette |
| Government of Punjab | Official government information | punjab.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Has the Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026 candidate list been released?
The government notifications verified for this article provide the affected ward list and reservation details, but do not include the final party-wise candidate names. Check the Punjab State Election Commission for the final contesting-candidate list.
2. How many wards are included in the Patiala Municipal Corporation fresh election?
A total of 30 affected wards are included: 28 originally notified wards and two additional wards, Ward 15 and Ward 58.
3. Where can I check the AAP candidate list for Patiala MC Election 2026?
Check official party announcements and the final contesting-candidate list on the Punjab State Election Commission website. The government notifications do not provide AAP nominees.
4. Where can I check the Congress candidate list for Patiala 2026?
Check official Congress announcements and the final election authority candidate records. Names should not be treated as confirmed without verification.
5. Where can I check the BJP candidate list for Patiala Municipal Election 2026?
Use the party announcement and the final contesting-candidate list published by the election authority to verify BJP nominees ward-wise.
6. Has SAD announced candidates for all 30 affected wards?
The official government notifications referenced here do not contain a SAD candidate list. Verify the current nominees from official party announcements and final election records.
7. How many wards are reserved for women?
According to the listed government notifications, Ward 15, 22, 33, 37, 41, 43, 51, 53, 55 and 57 are reserved for women.
8. Which Patiala wards are reserved for SC candidates?
Ward 26 and Ward 52 are listed as SC reserved.
9. Which Patiala wards are reserved for SC women?
Ward 1 and Ward 45 are listed as SC Women reserved.
10. Which two additional wards were added to the Patiala election?
Ward 15 and Ward 58 were included through the Punjab Government notification dated 2 November 2026.
11. How can I check the election symbol of a Patiala candidate?
Check the final list of contesting candidates and symbol allotment information published by the Punjab State Election Commission.
12. Can Independent candidates contest the Patiala Municipal Corporation election?
Independent candidates may contest subject to the applicable election rules and nomination requirements. Their confirmed names should be checked in the final contesting-candidate list.
13. What is the official website for Patiala Municipal Corporation election updates?
The Punjab State Election Commission website is sec.punjab.gov.in. The District Patiala Administration also provides a dedicated election page.
14. What is the last date for completing the Patiala fresh election process?
The Punjab Government notifications direct that the election process in the affected wards be completed by 18 November 2026. Check the final election programme for individual nomination and polling dates.
15. Are all 30 ward candidates confirmed?
The final candidate names should be confirmed from the official list of contesting candidates after completion of nomination scrutiny and withdrawal procedures. The government ward notifications alone do not establish the final candidate list.
Conclusion
Patiala Municipal Corporation Election 2026 covers 30 affected wards following Supreme Court directions and Punjab Government notifications. Voters are searching for the AAP, Congress, BJP, SAD and Independent candidate lists along with ward-wise nominees and election symbols.
As of 8 November 2026, the government notifications verified for this article establish the affected ward list and reservation details but do not provide the final party-wise candidate names. Voters should check the Punjab State Election Commission and District Patiala Administration for the final list of contesting candidates.
Disclaimer: Candidate names and party affiliations have not been invented or inferred. This article will require an update when official nomination records, party announcements or the final list of contesting candidates become available.
