Which Voter ID Details Can Be Corrected?

Form 8 allows eligible registered electors to request correction of relevant entries in the electoral roll. Depending on the correction required and the supporting documents, you may apply to update details such as:

• Name or spelling of the name
• Date of birth or age-related details
• Gender
• Relative details, where correction is permitted
• Photograph
• Other eligible particulars listed in the official Form 8

The request must relate to your existing voter registration. If you are applying for voter registration for the first time, use Form 6 instead. For shifting your residence, Form 8 also provides the relevant application option.

Documents Required for Voter ID Correction

The documents required depend on the detail you want to correct. Keep your EPIC number and relevant supporting evidence ready before starting the application.

The Election Commission may require supporting documents for the specific correction. Do not assume that every document is accepted for every correction. Check the current Form 8 instructions before uploading your evidence. Aadhaar details are subject to the applicable rules and options in the form.

Download the official Form 8 PDF

How to Apply for Voter ID Card Correction Online

Follow these steps to submit your correction request online through the official Election Commission portal.

1. Visit the official portal: Open voters.eci.gov.in.
2. Sign in or create an account: Use the available registration or login options and complete the required verification.
3. Open Form 8: Select the correction of entries service under the correction section.
4. Enter your voter details: Provide your EPIC number and the other information requested in the form.
5. Select the correction option: Choose the applicable correction of particulars option rather than a new voter registration application.
6. Enter the correct information: Specify the details that need correction and enter the accurate replacement information.
7. Upload supporting documents: Attach the relevant evidence required for the correction you have selected.
8. Review your application: Check the spelling, dates, document quality and all entered information carefully.
9. Submit Form 8: Complete the declaration and submit the application through the portal.
10. Save your reference number: Keep the acknowledgement or reference number to track the applications progress.

How to Correct Your Name on Voter ID

1. Log in to the official Voters Services Portal.
2. Open Form 8 and select correction of entries.
3. Enter the correct spelling of your name as supported by the relevant documents.
4. Upload the required supporting evidence.
5. Review and submit the application.
6. Track the request until a decision is made by the competent election authority.

If the name differs across your documents, check the requirements for acceptable evidence before submitting the request. Approval is not automatic and may require verification.

How to Correct Age or Date of Birth on Voter ID

1. Access Form 8 from the official portal.
2. Select correction of particulars and locate the relevant age or date-of-birth field.
3. Enter the correct date or detail supported by your documentary evidence.
4. Upload the accepted proof requested by the form.
5. Submit the application and save the reference number.
6. Check the status online and respond to any request for additional information.

Enter your actual date of birth accurately. The Election Commission or the responsible Electoral Registration Officer may examine the evidence and seek further verification before approving a change.

How to Check Voter ID Correction Application Status

1. Visit the official Voters Services Portal.
2. Open the Track Application Status service.
3. Log in or provide the requested application reference details.
4. Submit the information and review the status displayed on the portal.
5. If the request remains pending, follow the official instructions or contact the relevant election office.

A pending status does not necessarily mean that the application has been rejected. Processing time can vary according to document verification and the workload of the relevant election office.

Open the official portal to track your application

How to Download the Corrected Voter ID Card

After the correction is approved and the updated record is processed, check the official portal for the availability of your updated EPIC or e-EPIC.

1. Visit the official Voters Services Portal.
2. Open the e-EPIC download service.
3. Log in and enter the requested EPIC or registration details.
4. Complete OTP verification if prompted.
5. If your updated e-EPIC is available and you meet the service requirements, use the download option.

A download option may not appear immediately after submitting a correction. Confirm that the request has been approved and the updated record is available.

Visit the official portal for e-EPIC services

How Long Does Voter ID Correction Take?

The time required depends on the completeness of the application, the supporting documents, any field verification and the decision of the Electoral Registration Officer. The Election Commission may issue an updated EPIC after the correction is approved. There is no universal completion date that should be assumed for every application. Check the current application status through the official portal.

Important Instructions Before Applying

• Use the official Election Commission portal rather than an unverified third-party website.
• Check that your existing name appears in the electoral roll before requesting a correction.
• Provide accurate information and genuine supporting documents.
• Keep your EPIC number and application reference number secure.
• Do not submit a new voter registration application merely to correct an existing record.
• Do not submit multiple applications unnecessarily for the same correction.
• Contact the relevant election office or call the voter helpline at 1950 if you need assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Official Links for Voter ID Correction