Minor discrepancies in your voter ID can affect your ability to cast your vote in elections. So it is crucial to ensure that all information on your voter ID is accurate.
Required Documents for correction include Proof of identity (Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport), Proof of address (ration card, electricity bill, bank statement), Proof of a change in name (marriage certificate, gazette notification).
No documents are required for address changes within the same constituency, inform the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO).
Online Correction: Visit the 'Voters Service Portal' (voters.eci.gov.in) and log in. Select 'Form 8' for correction of entries.
Fill out the form, upload scanned copies of supporting documents, and submit.
Track the status of your application online.
Offline Mode: Download Form 8 from the Chief Electoral Officer website or collect it from the ERO's office.
Fill out the form, attach self-attested copies of supporting documents, and submit it to the ERO office.
Collect your acknowledgment slip and track the status with the ERO office.
It is important to note that the correction process is free of charge. Processing time varies but is usually within 30 days. You can update your mobile number and email ID during the correction process.