Moving to a new city? Dealing with the loss of a loved one? Or perhaps you found your name twice in the voter list? Keeping the electoral roll accurate is a civic responsibility that ensures the integrity of our democracy.
The good news is that you no longer need to wait in long queues at a government office. In 2026, the Election Commission of India (ECI) provides a seamless digital process to handle this. Here is your step-by-step guide to deleting a name from the voter list online.
Why Would You Need to Delete a Name?
There are four primary reasons recognized by the ECI for removing an entry:
- Death: To remove the name of a deceased family member.
- Shifting: When a voter has permanently moved to a different Assembly Constituency.
- Duplication: If a voter is accidentally registered in two different places.
- Disqualification: If a person is no longer eligible to be a voter (e.g., loss of citizenship).
The Essentials: What You Need
Before you start, ensure you have the following details ready:
- EPIC Number: The Voter ID card number of the person whose name is to be deleted.
- State & Constituency: The specific area where the voter is currently registered.
- Mobile Number: For OTP verification.
- Supporting Details: While a physical “proof” isn’t always mandatory for the online upload, you must provide the specific reason for deletion.
Step-by-Step Guide: Deleting a Name Online
1. Access the Portal
Visit the official Voters’ Service Portal at voters.eci.gov.in. Alternatively, you can download the Voter Helpline App on your smartphone.
2. Login or Sign Up
- If you are a new user, click Sign-Up and register using your mobile number.
- If you already have an account, log in using your credentials.
3. Select Form 7
In the dashboard, look for Form 7. This is the specific “Application for Objecting Inclusion or Seeking Deletion of Name.”
Note: Form 7 is used for both objecting to someone else’s inclusion (e.g., someone registered at your address who doesn’t live there) and for requesting the deletion of your own or a relative’s name.
4. Fill in the Details
- Select the Reason: Choose from options like Death, Shifting, or Duplicate.
- Identify the Voter: Enter the EPIC number of the person whose name needs to be removed. The system will automatically fetch their details.
- Applicant Details: Since you are the one filing the request, you will need to provide your own EPIC number (as an objector/applicant).
5. Review and Submit
Double-check all the details. Once you hit submit, you will receive an Acknowledgement Number.
6. Track Your Status
You can use your Acknowledgement Number on the same portal under the “Track Application Status” tab to see when the Booth Level Officer (BLO) verifies the request and the name is officially removed.
Important Tips
- Verification: After you submit the form, a BLO may visit the registered address to verify the claim (especially in cases of death or shifting).
- Legal Warning: Ensure all information is accurate. Providing false information to the Election Commission is a punishable offense under the Representation of the People Act.