Voter ID Ghaziabad

While the Indian Constitution has provided for voting rights, there are certain eligibility criteria that have to be met by applicants, which are mentioned below:

1. The applicant should be a citizen of India (either through birth or naturalization).
2. The applicant should have completed 18 years of age.

How to Apply for a Voter ID Card

The Election Commission, in an effort to make the application process more convenient for applicants, has introduced an online application system for voter ID cards. Applicants can now apply either online or offline.

How to Apply for Voter ID Card Online

Applicants in Ghaziabad can apply online for a voter's ID card by referring to the steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the website of the Chief Electoral Officer of Uttar Pradesh and click on the 'Online Services for Voters' tab on the homepage.
2. In the new window that opens, select the 'Apply Online for registration of New Voter' tab.
3. Fill in the online form (Form 6) with the details requested, such as name, address, date of birth etc.
4. Upload the supporting documents and submit the form.
5. An application number will be generated, which can be used to track the application status.
6. A Booth Level Officer (BLO) will visit to verify the details.
7. Once the information is processed and verified, the voter ID card will be sent to the applicant's address by post.

How to Apply for Voter ID Card Offline

Applicants can apply for a voter ID card offline in Ghaziabad by following the steps outlined below:

1. Visit the local electoral office and collect a copy of Form 6, or download it from the website of the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh.
2. Submit the filled in form along with the supporting documents to the office, after which an acknowledgement will be issued.
3. Once the application is processed, a Booth Level Officer (BLO) will visit the applicant's home to verify the information submitted.
4. On successful verification, the voter ID card will be mailed to the applicant.

How to Track Voter ID Status

Applicants who wish to track the current status of their voter ID card applications can do so either online or offline through services offered by the Election Commission.

Track Voter ID Status Online

1. Applicants who wish to track their voter ID status online can do so by visiting the website of the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh and click on the 'Know Your Application Status' from the 'Voters Services' tab.

1. On the new page that opens, enter details such as district, assembly constituency, applicant name and form type, after which the current status of the application will be displayed onscreen.

Track Voter ID Status via SMS

Applicants can track their voter ID application status through SMS by sending UPEPICvoter ID number to 9212357123. An SMS will detail the current status of the application.

Track Voter ID Status through ECI Helpline

Applicants can also check the status of their vote ID applications through the ECI helpline by calling on 1950 on working days between 10 am to 5 pm.

Documents Required

The following documents are to be submitted when applying for a voter ID card:

1. Passport sized photographs.
2. Proof of age (in case of applicants between the ages of 18-21 years)- driving licence/birth certificate/passport/PAN Card/bank pass book/Aadhaar card.
3. Proof of residence- passport/Aadhaar card/utility bills/ration card/driving licence/bank pass book or post office pass book.

How to Apply for Duplicate Voter ID Card

Applicants who have lost their voter ID cards or have had them stolen can apply for a duplicate voter ID card. The application procedure is listed below:

1. If the voter ID card was lost or stolen, file an FIR (First Information Report) at a local police station.
2. Collect a copy of Form EPIC 002 from an electoral office or download it from the Election Commission website.
3. Submit the filled in form along with the FIR and other supporting documents to the electoral office.
4. On processing of the documents, the duplicate voter ID card will be sent by post to the applicant.

How to Get Corrections/Changes Made to Voter ID Card Online?

In the event that corrections are to be made to the voter ID card due to errors, or if there are any changes to be made (in the event of a name change etc.), applicants can submit an application online to make these changes.

Depending on type of change being made, either Form 8 or Form 8A are to be submitted. The details for both are mentioned below:

1. Correction/Updating Using Form 8:
   1. Applicants who wish to make changes or corrections in their voter ID card can visit the website of the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh and fill in the online form.
   2. Details such as the applicant's name, address, details to be changed and supporting documents validating the change or correction are to be submitted with the application form.
   3. On verification of the information, the changes would be reflected.
2. Changing Constituency using Form 8A:
   1. Applicants who have changed their address and wish to update the same in the electoral rolls can do so by submitting Form 8A online.
   2. The form can be accessed through the website of the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh.
   3. Once the form is filled, supporting documents such as rent agreement, utility bills or ownership deed is to be attached along with the application form.
   4. Once the application is verified and processed, the changes will be reflected in the electoral rolls.

How to Get Changes/Corrections Made to Voter ID Card Offline?

Applicants can make changes or corrections to their voter ID cards offline as well, with the process outlined below:

1. Correction/Updating using Form 8:
   1. Visit an electoral office and collect a copy of Form 8 or print a copy from the website of the Chief Electoral Officer, Uttar Pradesh.
   2. Submit the application along with the supporting documents.
   3. Once the application has been processed, the relevant changes will be reflected.
2. Changing Constituency using Form 8A:
   1. Changes in the constituency due to change of address can be made by submitting Form 8A.
   2. The form, available at a local electoral office or on the website of the Chief Electoral Officer, is to be filled in and submitted along with the relevant supporting documents (rent agreement, ownership deed, and utility bills form new address).
   3. Once the application is processed and verified, the changes would be reflected in the electoral roll in the new constituency.