Voter ID Details - How To Check Voter ID Details?

A Voter ID card is an essential document for the citizens of India. This unique identification card entails all the necessary information of a voter. Thus, keeping track of the Voter ID card details will enable citizens to follow their right to vote. With advancements in technology, checking detailed information on your Voter ID card has become very easy. At the same time, if any information is missing or wrong, correcting the errors as soon as possible is necessary to avoid any discrepancies.

This article provides a detailed insight into Voter ID details, how to make necessary changes and so on. This enables citizens to stay informed and updated about the electoral system. 

List of Voter ID Details that Come with the Card

A Voter ID not only acts as an identification proof of any Indian citizen but also gives them the right to exercise their vote during elections. The Election Commission of India issues the Voter ID card for all Indian citizens. This card is also called an EPIC card, an election card or a voter card. All Voter ID cards comprise the details mentioned below:

• Name of the cardholder
• Gender 
• A unique Voter ID/EPIC number
• Passport-size photograph of the cardholder
• Father’s name of the cardholder
• Date of birth of the cardholder
• Address of the cardholder
• Assembly constituency number, name and address
• Electoral registration officer’s signature

How to Check Your Voter ID Card Details Online?

You can check your Voter ID card details online by following the steps below:

Step 1: Visit the National Voter’s Service Portal (NVSP) portal.

Step 2: Click on ‘Login’ and enter your credentials to log into the NVSP portal.

Step 3: Click on the ‘Search in Electoral Roll’ option available on the home page. 

Step 4: On the next tab, select ‘Search by Details’, ‘Search by EPIC’ or ‘Search by Mobile’.

Step 5: Select the state and language, enter the required details, and captcha code and click ‘Search’.

Step 6: The voter details will be displayed on the screen. Click on ‘View Details’ under the ‘Action’ column to view all details of your Voter ID card.

How to Make Changes to Your Details in the Voter ID?

It is necessary to ensure all the information entered during Voter ID card registration is accurate. Any errors in information, including address, name, and date of birth, might cause inconvenience in the future. Here is the process to change details on your Voter ID card:

Changing Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Photo or Relation Type in Voter ID Card

Here is a detailed step-by-step guide on how to change your personal details on the Voter ID card:

Step 1: Visit the National Voter’s Service Portal (NVSP) portal.

Step 2: Click on ‘Login’ and enter your credentials to log into the NVSP portal.

Step 3: Click on the ‘Fill Form 8’ option under the ‘Shifting of residence/ correction of entries in existing electoral roll’ tab.

Step 4: Select ‘Self’. Your EPIC number will be displayed on the screen. Click ‘Submit’.

Step 5: Your Voter details will be displayed. Click ‘OK’. Next, select the ‘Correction of Entries in Existing Electoral Roll’ and click ‘Ok’.

Step 6: Enter the required information on Form 8, including your state, district and assembly or parliamentary constituency, Aadhaar number, mobile number and email ID. Select the details to be changed in your Voter ID, such as name, gender, date of birth, relation type, relatives’ name, mobile number or photo. 

Step 7: Upload the supporting document proof for the requested change.

 Step 8: Enter the declaration and captcha code and click ‘Preview and Submit’.

Step 9: Preview the filled Form 8 and click ‘Submit’.

Changing Address in Voter ID Card

Here is a detailed step-by-step guide on how to change your address on the Voter ID card:

Step 1: Visit the National Voter’s Service Portal (NVSP) portal.

Step 2: Click on ‘Login’ and enter your credentials to log into the NVSP portal.

Step 3: Click on the ‘Fill Form 8’ option under the ‘Shifting of residence/ correction of entries in existing electoral roll’ tab.

Step 4: Select ‘Self’. Your EPIC number will be displayed on the screen. Click ‘Submit’.

Step 5: Your Voter details will be displayed. Click ‘OK’. Next, select the ‘Shifting of Residence’ option, select ‘Within Assembly Constituency’ or ‘Outside Assembly Constituency’ and click ‘Ok’.

Step 6: Fill out Form 8 with all the required details. Select the state, district and assembly or parliamentary constituency. Next, enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number and email. Next, enter your new address and upload the address proof document. Enter the declaration and captcha code and click ‘Preview and Submit’.

Step 7: Preview the filled Form 8 and click ‘Submit’.

Form 8: Voter ID Details Correction Request Form

Individuals must fill out Form 8 to make any changes, corrections or updates to their personal details on their Voter ID card. Here is the link to ‘Form 8: Voter Application Form for shifting of Residence/ Correction of Entries in Existing Electoral Roll/ Replacement of EPIC/ Marking of PwD’.

Updating Voter ID details is crucial for citizens to participate in the democratic process. Proper verification of Voter ID details helps in ensuring the accuracy of electoral rolls, thereby, maintaining transparency in elections. With the evolution of technology, online accessibility to update Voter ID details has made it easier for individuals. 

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