Vijayawada Municipal Election 2026: Voting, Ward Wise Candidates & Results
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation Election 2026 is scheduled for November 1, 2026. Voters will elect ward representatives across 86 divisions, while candidates are also contesting for the Mayor post. A total of 349 candidates are reported to be contesting the ward-level elections, while 19 candidates are in the mayoral race. Counting of votes is scheduled for November 3, 2026, from 8 AM.
Vijayawada Municipal Election 2026 – Key Details
- Election: Vijayawada Municipal Corporation Election 2026
- Polling date: November 1, 2026
- Polling time: 7 AM to 5 PM
- Total divisions: 86
- Ward-level candidates: 349
- Mayor post candidates: 19
- Counting date: November 3, 2026
- Counting time: 8 AM onwards
- Election authority: Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission
Vijayawada Municipal Election 2026 Voting
Polling for Vijayawada Municipal Corporation is scheduled for November 1, 2026, from 7 AM to 5 PM. Voters will cast their votes for the ward-level representatives and participate in the municipal election process. Voters who are already standing in the queue by 5 PM are allowed to cast their votes as per the reported polling arrangements.
The election is part of Andhra Pradesh Urban Local Body Elections 2026. The State Election Commission is responsible for conducting the polling and counting process.
Vijayawada Ward Wise Candidates List 2026
According to published reports based on the official candidate lists, 349 candidates are contesting across 86 divisions of Vijayawada Municipal Corporation. The number of candidates differs from ward to ward.
- Ward 50: Reported to have the highest number of contestants, with 9 candidates.
- Ward 64: Reported to have only 1 candidate.
- Total ward-level candidates: 349 across 86 divisions.
The complete ward-wise candidate names, party affiliations and election symbols should be checked against the final list published by the Returning Officer or Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission. Candidate details should not be assumed from earlier nomination-stage lists.
Vijayawada Mayor Election 2026 – Candidates
The Vijayawada Mayor election has 19 candidates in the contest, representing eight political parties along with 11 independent candidates, according to published reports.
| Candidate | Party |
|---|---|
| Vangaveeti Radha Krishna | Jana Sena Party |
| Rayana Bhagyalakshmi | YSR Congress Party |
| Other candidates | Other political parties and independents |
The above names are reported mayoral contestants. Readers should verify the final candidate list and election symbols through official election records before relying on the information.
Vijayawada Municipal Election 2026 – Party Wise Contest
The municipal election features candidates from major political parties, smaller parties and independent contestants. The final party-wise performance will be known after counting and official result declarations.
The mayoral contest includes Jana Sena Party nominee Vangaveeti Radha Krishna and YSR Congress Party nominee Rayana Bhagyalakshmi, along with other party and independent candidates.
Vijayawada Municipal Election Results 2026
Counting of votes for Vijayawada Municipal Corporation Election 2026 is scheduled for November 3, 2026, from 8 AM. The final results will identify the winning candidates in the 86 divisions and the outcome of the mayoral contest.
Result status: Final winners and party-wise seat totals are awaited until counting is completed and the official results are declared. Do not treat exit polls, early trends or unofficial claims as final results.
Vijayawada Ward Wise Election Results – Update Table
The following table can be updated with official ward-wise winners after counting. Candidate names, parties, votes and victory margins should be filled only after verification.
| Division | Winning Candidate | Party | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward 1–86 | Awaited | Awaited | Counting pending |
How to Check Vijayawada Municipal Election Results 2026?
- Visit the official Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission website.
- Look for the Urban Local Body Election 2026 result section or official result notifications.
- Select Vijayawada Municipal Corporation from the available election information.
- Check the division-wise winning candidate and party details.
- Verify the mayoral result and final seat tally from the official declaration.
Vijayawada Municipal Election 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Polling | November 1, 2026, 7 AM to 5 PM |
| Repoll, if required | November 2, 2026 |
| Vote Counting | November 3, 2026, from 8 AM |
Important Official Links
| Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission | Official Website |
| APSEC Election Management System | Open Portal |
| APSEC Voter Portal | Voter Information |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is Vijayawada Municipal Election 2026 polling?
Polling is scheduled for November 1, 2026, from 7 AM to 5 PM.
2. How many wards are there in the Vijayawada municipal election?
The election covers 86 divisions of Vijayawada Municipal Corporation.
3. How many candidates are contesting ward elections?
Published reports based on the official candidate lists state that 349 candidates are contesting across 86 divisions.
4. How many candidates are contesting for Vijayawada Mayor?
There are 19 reported candidates in the mayoral contest.
5. Who are the reported major mayoral candidates?
Reported candidates include Vangaveeti Radha Krishna of Jana Sena Party and Rayana Bhagyalakshmi of YSR Congress Party.
6. When will Vijayawada Municipal Election Results 2026 be declared?
Counting is scheduled for November 3, 2026, from 8 AM.
7. Where can I check the official ward-wise candidate list?
Check the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission website and the final list published by the relevant Returning Officer.
Disclaimer
This article is for public information only and is not an official election publication. Candidate counts and reported mayoral contestant details are based on published election coverage. The final ward-wise candidate list, winning candidates, party-wise seat tally and mayoral result must be verified through the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission or the relevant Returning Officer.
Official source: Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission.
