AP ULB Election 2026: How to Download the Final Candidates List
The Andhra Pradesh Urban Local Body (ULB) Election 2026 final contesting candidates list is an important document for voters who want to confirm candidate names, political party details and ward-level election information. The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (APSEC) provides an official voter portal with a service called Know Your Contesting Candidates.
Voters can use the official portal to look for candidate details for their municipal corporation, municipality or nagar panchayat. A separate PDF may not be available for every ward. If the portal displays the information online, use its available download or print options, if provided.
AP ULB Election 2026: Key Details
- Election authority: Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission
- Total urban local bodies: 100
- Municipal corporations: 13
- Municipalities and nagar panchayats: 87
- Final candidate list schedule: 25 October 2026, as per the revised programme
- Polling date: 1 November 2026
- Re-poll, if required: 2 November 2026
- Counting date: 3 November 2026, from 8:00 AM
Official Links to Check the Final Candidates List
Use these official Andhra Pradesh election portals to find candidate details and election notifications.
- APSEC Official Website — official election notifications and announcements.
- APSEC Voter Portal — look for Know Your Contesting Candidates.
- APSEC Election Management System — additional election services, where available.
How to Download the AP ULB Final Candidates List 2026
- Open the official APSEC Voter Portal.
- Find and open the Know Your Contesting Candidates service.
- Select the relevant election, district and urban local body if these options are available.
- Choose your municipal corporation, municipality or nagar panchayat.
- Select the relevant ward or division number, if the portal provides this filter.
- Review the candidate names and party or election-symbol information shown on the screen.
- Check that you are viewing the latest final contesting-candidate information and not an earlier nomination list.
- If a PDF download option is displayed, select it and save the file to your device.
- If no PDF option is available, use your browser print option and select Save as PDF, if supported.
- Keep the relevant APSEC notification for reference if the list has been revised.
How to Save the Candidate List as a PDF on Mobile
- Open the official candidate information page in your mobile browser.
- Select the relevant local body and ward, where those filters are available.
- If the page provides a download button, use it to save the document.
- If the page does not provide a download button, open the browser menu and look for Print or Share options.
- Where the browser supports printing, choose Save as PDF and store the file on your device.
Mobile browser options vary. If the candidate details are displayed in a format that cannot be printed, check APSEC notices or contact the Returning Officer for the relevant local body.
Important Wards Affected by Fresh Nominations
Fresh nominations were permitted in specified wards of four urban local bodies under the revised election programme. Voters in these areas should take extra care to verify the latest final list.
| Urban Local Body | Affected Wards |
|---|---|
| Kadapa Municipal Corporation | 6, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 24, 31, 34, 52, 55 |
| Tirupati Municipal Corporation | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 19, 55, 56, 57, 59, 65, 66 |
| Rajampet Municipality | 6, 12, 13, 14, 17, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 |
| Mydukur Municipality | All 32 wards |
These are the wards covered by the fresh-nomination process, not a list of candidate names. Check the official final contesting-candidate record for the names and party details.
Revised AP Municipal Election Schedule 2026
| Election Activity | 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 |
| 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 |
The schedule may be changed by subsequent official orders. Check APSEC for the latest notice before relying on these dates.
What to Check Before Using the Final List
- Confirm the correct district and urban local body.
- Verify the ward or division number.
- Check the candidate name and party affiliation in the latest official record.
- Do not confuse nomination applicants with final contesting candidates.
- Check for corrections or revised notifications.
- Do not rely on an unverified social media PDF or an old candidate list.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I download the AP ULB Election 2026 final candidate list?
Visit the official APSEC Voter Portal and look for Know Your Contesting Candidates. Download the list if a download option is available for your selected local body or ward.
2. Is a separate PDF available for every ward?
Not necessarily. Portal features and document availability can vary. If a PDF is not provided, review the on-screen record or the latest official notice.
3. What if the candidate list is not showing?
Check the latest APSEC election notifications and return to the portal. You can also contact the Returning Officer for the relevant urban local body.
4. Are the candidates announced by political parties always final?
No. Party announcements and nomination-stage lists may differ from the final contesting-candidate list. Confirm the final record with APSEC.
5. What is the revised polling date?
The revised programme reported polling on 1 November 2026, a possible re-poll on 2 November and counting on 3 November 2026. Check APSEC for later changes.
6. Where can I find official election updates?
Visit the APSEC official website for notifications and election announcements.
Disclaimer
This article is for general information. The final candidate list and election schedule must be verified through APSEC or the relevant Returning Officer. A downloadable PDF may not be available for every ward. Candidate details and election dates may change through official orders. This article is not a substitute for an official election notification.
Official source: Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission.
