Tripura Municipal Election 2026: 345 Ward and Seat List
Tripura Municipal Election 2026 is an important urban local body election covering 21 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the state. A total of 345 seats are included in the election, including the Agartala Municipal Corporation. According to the latest reported figures after the nomination withdrawal process, 77 seats have been declared uncontested, while elections will take place in the remaining 268 seats on November 27, 2026.
This article provides the election overview, municipality-wise available seat information, reservation details, unopposed seats, candidate statistics, polling schedule and official election resources.
Tripura Municipal Election 2026: Latest Highlights
- Total Urban Local Bodies: 21
- Total wards/seats: 345
- Unopposed seats: 77
- Seats going to polling: 268
- Remaining candidates: 810
- Polling date: November 27, 2026
- Counting date: December 2, 2026, as per the initially reported SEC schedule; some subsequent media reports mention December 3, so voters should verify the final official programme.
- Total eligible voters: 6,29,903
- Women reserved seats: 162
Tripura Municipal Election 2026 Overview
| Election Name | Tripura Municipal Election 2026 |
|---|---|
| Election Type | Urban Local Body Election |
| Total Municipal Bodies | 21 |
| Total Wards / Seats | 345 |
| Unopposed Seats | 77 |
| Contested Seats | 268 |
| Candidates in Fray | 810 |
| Polling Date | 27 November 2026 |
| Counting Date | 2 December 2026 (subject to final SEC confirmation) |
| Election Authority | State Election Commission, Tripura |
| Official Website | sec.tripura.gov.in |
Tripura 21 Municipal Bodies and Ward List
The 2026 election covers 21 urban local bodies across Tripura. The following list identifies the municipal bodies included in the election. The exact ward numbering and individual seat reservation roster should be checked against the official State Election Commission notification.
| No. | Municipal Body | Election Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agartala Municipal Corporation | 51 wards going to polls |
| 2 | Dharmanagar | Polling scheduled |
| 3 | Panisagar | Polling scheduled |
| 4 | Kailashahar | Polling scheduled |
| 5 | Kumarghat | Polling scheduled |
| 6 | Kamalpur | 11 seats uncontested |
| 7 | Ambassa | 6 seats uncontested; other seats contested |
| 8 | Khowai | Polling scheduled |
| 9 | Teliamura | 4 seats uncontested; other seats contested |
| 10 | Jirania | 11 seats uncontested |
| 11 | Ranirbazar | 13 seats uncontested |
| 12 | Mohanpur | 15 seats uncontested |
| 13 | Bishalgarh | 2 seats uncontested; other seats contested |
| 14 | Bishramganj | Polling scheduled |
| 15 | Melaghar | Polling scheduled |
| 16 | Sonamura | Polling scheduled |
| 17 | Udaipur | Polling scheduled |
| 18 | Amarpur | Polling scheduled |
| 19 | Santirbazar | 15 seats uncontested |
| 20 | Sabroom | Polling scheduled |
| 21 | Belonia | Polling scheduled |
Note: This is the list of participating urban local bodies, not a verified ward-by-ward seat reservation roster. The individual ward numbers and reserved categories must be confirmed through the official SEC documents before publication as a complete reservation list.
Tripura Municipal Election 2026: 77 Unopposed Seats
Following the completion of the nomination withdrawal process on November 10, 2026, 77 candidates were declared elected unopposed. These seats do not require polling because no opposing candidate remained in the contest.
| Municipal Body | Unopposed Seats |
|---|---|
| Mohanpur | 15 |
| Santirbazar | 15 |
| Ranirbazar | 13 |
| Kamalpur | 11 |
| Jirania | 11 |
| Ambassa | 6 |
| Teliamura | 4 |
| Bishalgarh | 2 |
| Total | 77 |
The five municipal bodies of Mohanpur, Santirbazar, Ranirbazar, Kamalpur and Jirania account for 65 uncontested seats. Another 12 seats were declared uncontested in Ambassa, Teliamura and Bishalgarh.
Tripura Municipal Election 2026: Reservation Details
The State Election Commission has reported the following reservation figures for the 345 municipal seats.
| Reservation Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 9 |
| General Category | 256 |
| Total | 345 |
| Seats Reserved for Women | 162 |
Women reservation is a separate reservation classification that overlaps with the SC, ST and General categories. Therefore, the 162 women reserved seats should not be added again to the total of 345 seats.
Party-wise Candidate Details
After the nomination withdrawal process, 810 candidates remained in the contest for the 268 seats going to polling. The reported party-wise candidate figures are as follows:
| Political Party / Group | Candidates |
|---|---|
| Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) | 342 |
| Communist Party of India (Marxist) - CPI(M) | 228 |
| Indian National Congress | 201 |
| Tipra Motha Party | 10 |
| Others and Independents | 29 |
| Total | 810 |
Tripura Municipal Election 2026 Voting Date and Counting Schedule
The State Election Commission announced November 27, 2026 as the polling date for the urban local body elections. The initial reported programme stated that voting would take place from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The election covers 268 contested seats across the 21 urban local bodies.
- Polling date: November 27, 2026
- Polling hours: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, as per the announced schedule
- Re-polling, if required: November 30, 2026
- Counting: December 2, 2026 in the initial SEC schedule; later reports have also mentioned December 3. Check the final SEC notification.
How to Check Tripura Municipal Ward and Seat List
Residents and candidates can check official municipal election notifications and available documents through the Tripura State Election Commission website.
- Visit the official State Election Commission website.
- Open the latest Municipal Election 2026 notifications.
- Look for the ward-wise election and reservation notification.
- Select the relevant municipality or urban local body.
- Check ward numbers, reservation category and candidate information in the official document.
Visit Tripura State Election Commission Official Website
Important Points for Voters
- Check your name in the official electoral roll.
- Confirm your polling station before election day.
- Verify the ward number of your municipality.
- Carry an accepted voter identification document.
- Follow the instructions issued by the Returning Officer and State Election Commission.
- Use official government sources for election-related updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many seats are there in Tripura Municipal Election 2026?
There are 345 seats across 21 urban local bodies in Tripura.
2. How many seats have been won unopposed?
A total of 77 seats have been declared uncontested following the nomination withdrawal process.
3. How many seats will go to polling?
Polling will be held for the remaining 268 seats.
4. When is Tripura Municipal Election polling?
The announced polling date is November 27, 2026.
5. When will Tripura Municipal Election results be declared?
The initial SEC schedule reported December 2, 2026 for counting. Some later media reports mention December 3. Voters should check the final official SEC notification.
6. How many seats are reserved for women?
A total of 162 seats are reserved for women.
7. How many seats are reserved for SC and ST candidates?
There are 80 SC reserved seats and 9 ST reserved seats.
8. Where can I download the official ward list?
Visit the Tripura State Election Commission website at https://sec.tripura.gov.in/ and check the Municipal Election 2026 notifications.
Conclusion
Tripura Municipal Election 2026 covers 345 seats across 21 urban local bodies. With 77 seats already declared uncontested, polling will take place for the remaining 268 seats on November 27, 2026. Voters should follow the official State Election Commission notifications for ward-wise seat details, reservation information and the final counting schedule. This page can be updated when the official ward-wise documents and final results become available.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes. Election schedules, candidate figures and reservation details may be revised by the competent election authority. The official State Election Commission notification will prevail in case of any discrepancy.
