Voter List Revision Begins: Opportunity to Rejoin for Those Removed

Kuldeep Singh Chundawat November 12, 2026, 9:58 am 2 min read

New Delhi, November 12: Individuals whose names were removed from the voter list during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) will now have the chance to re-register. The Election Commission is launching a Special Summary Revision (SSR) in 13 states and 3 Union Territories starting Thursday. In Uttar Pradesh, this process will commence five days later, on November 17.

Voter Count Drops from 64.57 Crore to 58.71 Crore

Before the SIR, a total of 64.57 crore voters were registered in these 17 states and Union Territories. The final voter list now shows a decrease to 58.71 crore, indicating a loss of approximately 5.86 crore names. This represents about 9% of the total voters, meaning nearly one in every eleven names has been removed from the list.

It will be crucial to observe how many of those removed will return to the list during this revision. A significant number of re-entries could raise questions about the verification process of the SIR. Conversely, if few names are added back, it will be essential to investigate whether eligible voters have been overlooked.

Rejoining the Voter List with Form-6

The Election Commission has clarified that those whose names were cut can re-register by filling out Form-6, regardless of how long they have been inactive voters. For these long-time voters, filling out the ‘first time’ column in Form-6 will not be considered a false affidavit. Voters can check their names at voters.eci.gov.in using their EPIC number. If their name is missing, they can fill out Form-6 online or through the Booth Level Officer (BLO).

Rajasthan is among the states where the SIR has already been completed. A special campaign to add eligible voters and first-time voters was announced on October 1.

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Even if a voter has been registered for ten years, they must use Form-6 to rejoin the list, according to the Election Commission. The Supreme Court has stated, “We have not approved the revised Form-6.”

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