West Bengal will vote in the first phase of its Assembly elections on April 23, with polling scheduled across 152 constituencies spanning north Bengal and parts of southern districts. The elections will be held in two phases, April 23 and April 29, with counting set for May 4. The Election Commission of India is overseeing the process. West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026: Know How To Download Voter ID & Check Name in Voter List.

Ahead of polling, the Commission released a supplementary list of voters whose cases were cleared through tribunal review. However, according to a report by The Indian Express, it did not disclose the total number of applicants or how many were approved for inclusion in the electoral rolls. Assembly Elections 2026: ECI Tightens Media Access Rules, Presiding Officers To Regulate Entry, Filming Inside Voting Booth Banned.

How To Vote in 1st Phase of West Bengal Polls

  1. Visit your designated polling station between 7 AM and 6 PM on November 20, the election day.

  2. Carry your Voter ID card or any other government-issued ID approved by the Election Commission.

  3. Verify your identity with the polling officer.

  4. Collect the indelible ink mark on your finger and receive a ballot paper or access the EVM (Electronic Voting Machine).

  5. Cast your vote by pressing the button corresponding to your chosen candidate. Ensure you hear the beep confirming your vote.

How to Check Name in Voter List

Via ECI Website:

  • Go to voters.eci.gov.in.

  • Click on "Search in Electoral Roll."

  • Use either "Search by Details" or "Search by EPIC Number."

  • Enter the required information, including captcha code, and click "Search."

  • If your name appears, you are eligible to vote.

Using NVSP Portal:

  • Visit nvsp.in.

  • Log in and navigate to the voter information section.

  • Enter your details to confirm your enrollment.

How to Download Voter Slip Online

Using EPIC Number:

  • Visit voters.eci.gov.in.

  • Select the "Download Voter Slip" option.

  • Enter your EPIC number, state, and captcha code.

  • Click on "Search."

  • Download and print your voter slip.

Using Personal Details:

  • Access electoralsearch.eci.gov.in.

  • Fill in your name, gender, state, date of birth, and constituency.

  • Enter the captcha and click "Search."

  • Download the voter slip if your name is listed.

Using Mobile Number:

  • Visit the official portal and select the "Search by Mobile" option.

  • Enter your registered mobile number and captcha code.

  • Request an OTP, enter it, and download the voter slip.

How To Find Polling Station

  • Access electoralsearch.eci.gov.in.

  • Choose either EPIC Number or Personal Details to search.

  • Enter your details and captcha code.

  • Your polling station details, including address and booth number, will be displayed.

  • Use the Election Commission's Voter Helpline app for step-by-step navigation to the polling station.

Voting will take place from 7 am to 6 pm, and voters are advised to verify their names on the rolls and keep their Voter ID ready. Those unable to find their names should contact their local Booth Level Officer or District Election Office. In cases of omission, often linked to recent eligibility reviews, residents can file an appeal or submit a fresh application through the National Voters’ Service Portal or the Voter Helpline App within the stipulated deadline.

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