Andhra Pradesh Ward Member Election 2026: Candidate Details
Voters preparing for the Andhra Pradesh Ward Member Election 2026 can check candidate details, ward-wise contesting candidates, party affiliations and election information through the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC). The final candidate list is especially important for voters in municipal corporations, municipalities and nagar panchayats where the nomination schedule was revised.
Latest Election Schedule
Under the revised schedule for the 100 urban local bodies, polling is scheduled for 1 November 2026 from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Re-polling, if required, is scheduled for 2 November, and counting is scheduled to begin at 8:00 AM on 3 November 2026. Confirm any further changes through official APSEC notifications.
Andhra Pradesh Ward Member Election 2026: Overview
| Election | Andhra Pradesh Ward Member Election 2026 |
|---|---|
| Election Authority | Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC) |
| Local Bodies | Municipal corporations, municipalities and nagar panchayats |
| Candidate Information | Ward-wise contesting candidates and available official details |
| Revised Polling Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Counting Date | 3 November 2026, from 8:00 AM |
Where to Check Ward Member Candidate Details
The official APSEC online services provide election-related information for voters and candidates. Start with the State Election Commission website and open the relevant voter or public portal. Look for the service labelled Know Your Contesting Candidates where available.
Portal menus and available services may change. If the candidate list is not displayed, check the latest APSEC notification or contact the Returning Officer for the relevant local body.
How to Find Your Ward Member Candidate
- Open the APSEC official website or its Election Management System portal.
- Open the Voters Portal or the relevant public information service.
- Select the option for contesting candidates, if available.
- Choose the relevant district and urban local body using the filters provided.
- Select your municipal corporation, municipality or nagar panchayat.
- Choose your ward or division to view the available candidate details.
- Verify the candidate name, party affiliation and election symbol against the official record.
- Save or print the list if an official download option is available.
Candidate Details Voters Should Check
- Candidate name: Confirm the spelling and identity shown in the final official list.
- Ward number: Ensure the candidate is contesting in the correct ward or division.
- Party affiliation: Check the official record rather than relying only on a party announcement.
- Election symbol: Verify the symbol allotted to the candidate.
- Affidavit and disclosures: Where published, read the candidate declaration for information on assets, liabilities, educational qualifications and criminal cases.
- List status: Confirm that the record is final and reflects any revised nomination process.
A nomination filing or party announcement does not by itself establish that a person is on the final contesting-candidate list. Use the latest official records to confirm the status.
Urban Local Bodies Affected by Fresh Nominations
Following court directions concerning complaints about obstruction during nominations, APSEC permitted fresh nominations in specified wards of four urban local bodies. Voters in these areas should be particularly careful to check the updated final candidate list.
| Urban Local Body | Wards Covered by Fresh Nominations |
|---|---|
| Kadapa Municipal Corporation | 6, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 24, 31, 34, 52 and 55 |
| Tirupati Municipal Corporation | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 19, 55, 56, 57, 59, 65 and 66 |
| Rajampet Municipality | 6, 12, 13, 14, 17, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26 and 27 |
| Mydukur Municipality | All 32 wards |
The candidate details in these wards should be checked against the final list published after the revised nomination, scrutiny and withdrawal process.
Revised Ward Member Election Schedule 2026
| Election Activity | Revised Date |
|---|---|
| Fresh nominations in specified wards | 23-24 October 2026 |
| Scrutiny of fresh nominations | 25 October 2026, from 8:00 AM |
| Withdrawal deadline for fresh nominations | 25 October 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
| Final contesting candidates list | Scheduled for publication after 3:00 PM on 25 October 2026 |
| Polling | 1 November 2026, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Re-poll, if required | 2 November 2026, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Counting of votes | 3 November 2026, from 8:00 AM |
This schedule reflects the revised programme available for the urban local body elections. Check APSEC for any later notification or amendment.
Why the Final Candidate List Matters
The final list identifies the candidates who remain in the contest after nomination scrutiny and withdrawal. It may differ from an initial nomination list or a political party announcement. This is particularly relevant in wards affected by the additional nomination process.
For reliable election information, use official records and avoid treating unverified social media lists as confirmed candidate details.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I check Andhra Pradesh Ward Member Election 2026 candidates?
Visit the official APSEC website or Election Management System portal and look for the contesting-candidate service in the voter or public portal.
2. Can I search candidates by ward number?
Use the available filters on the official portal to select your local body and ward. The filters and records displayed may vary by election.
3. Can I download the candidate list in PDF format?
A downloadable PDF may be available for some records, but a direct PDF for every ward has not been verified here. Check the official portal and notices issued by the relevant Returning Officer.
4. What is the revised polling date?
Polling for the urban local body elections is scheduled for 1 November 2026, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, subject to any subsequent official change.
5. Why should I check the final list instead of an earlier list?
Nomination scrutiny, withdrawals and the fresh-nomination process in specified wards can change the final list of candidates contesting an election.
Disclaimer
This article is intended for general information. Candidate names, ward allocations, party affiliations, election symbols, affidavits and election dates should be verified through the Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission and the relevant Returning Officer. No unverified candidate names are presented as confirmed facts.
