Upcoming Elections in India 2027: State-Wise Assembly Election Dates and Schedule
India is expected to witness Assembly elections in seven states during 2027. Five states — Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand — are due for elections in the early part of the year. Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat are also scheduled for Assembly elections later in 2027, based on the expected completion of their Assembly terms.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has not yet announced the final polling dates for these 2027 Assembly elections. The months mentioned below are indicative election windows based on the expected Assembly term timelines and available election-related information.
Upcoming State Assembly Elections in India 2027
| State | Expected Election Period | Assembly Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Goa | February 2027 | 40 |
| Uttarakhand | February 2027 | 70 |
| Punjab | February–March 2027 | 117 |
| Manipur | March 2027 | 60 |
| Uttar Pradesh | March–May 2027 | 403 |
| Himachal Pradesh | November 2027 | 68 |
| Gujarat | December 2027 | 182 |
Note: These are indicative periods, not confirmed polling dates. The final schedule, nomination dates, polling phases and counting dates will be announced by the Election Commission of India.
State-Wise Election Details
1. Goa Assembly Election 2027
Goa has a 40-member Legislative Assembly. Its next Assembly election is expected around February 2027. The Election Commission will announce the polling programme, nomination schedule and counting date separately.
2. Uttarakhand Assembly Election 2027
Uttarakhand has 70 Assembly constituencies. The next election is expected in early 2027, around February. Voters will elect representatives for the next state Legislative Assembly.
3. Punjab Assembly Election 2027
Punjab has 117 Assembly seats. The state is expected to hold its next Assembly election in February or March 2027. The official notification will confirm the exact polling phases and counting date.
4. Manipur Assembly Election 2027
Manipur has a 60-member Legislative Assembly. Its next election is due in 2027, with the Assembly term ending in March. Election preparations and administrative coordination are underway ahead of the poll.
5. Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election 2027
Uttar Pradesh has 403 Assembly constituencies, making it the largest state Legislative Assembly in India. The current Assembly term is scheduled to end in May 2027. The next election is expected before the completion of the term. The final polling dates will be announced by the ECI.
6. Himachal Pradesh Assembly Election 2027
Himachal Pradesh has 68 Assembly seats. Its next Assembly election is expected in the later part of 2027, around November, subject to the constitutional term and the final election programme.
7. Gujarat Assembly Election 2027
Gujarat has 182 Assembly seats. The next Assembly election is expected around December 2027. The Election Commission will publish the confirmed election schedule closer to the end of the Assembly term.
Election Commission Preparations for 2027 Elections
Preparations for the early-2027 Assembly elections have started in the five states of Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
- The ECI has directed the five poll-bound states to transfer certain election-related officers who meet the prescribed tenure or home-district criteria.
- Election preparedness reviews and administrative coordination activities are being carried out in poll-bound states.
- The Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls is being conducted in the five states ahead of the elections.
- January 1, 2027, is the qualifying date for the announced electoral-roll revision exercise.
These preparations indicate that the election process is being organised, but they do not amount to an announcement of the final polling dates.
What Will Be Included in the Official Election Schedule?
The ECI notification generally provides the complete election programme, including:
- Date of issue of election notification.
- Last date for filing nomination papers.
- Date of scrutiny of nominations.
- Last date for withdrawal of candidature.
- Polling date or phase-wise polling dates.
- Counting of votes and result declaration date.
- Completion date of the election process.
How to Check 2027 Assembly Election Dates and Results?
- Visit the official Election Commission of India website.
- Open the Assembly Elections section and select the relevant state.
- Check the official press note or election notification for polling and counting dates.
- For results, use the official ECI Results Portal.
- Check the relevant Chief Electoral Officer website for state-specific voter and election information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many states will have Assembly elections in India in 2027?
Seven states are expected to hold Assembly elections in 2027: Goa, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat.
Which states will have elections in early 2027?
Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand are due for Assembly elections in the early part of 2027.
When will the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election 2027 take place?
The Uttar Pradesh Assembly term is scheduled to end on May 22, 2027. The exact polling dates have to be announced by the Election Commission.
Have the official 2027 Assembly election dates been announced?
No final polling schedule for these 2027 Assembly elections has been announced in the information covered by this article. The ECI will publish the official dates through its notification.
Where can I check the 2027 election results?
Results will be available on the Election Commission of India results portal after the counting process begins and official results are published.
