Gujarat is all set for legislative assembly elections in 182 constituencies. There will be two phases of elections on December 9th and 14th and the counting is on 18th of December . As the tenure is going to finish, by January 22nd 2018, Gujarat is getting ahead with intensive elections, public meetings, political party meetings, etc., But it is the duty of the citizens of Gujarat to vote and elect the righteous person suitable for their constituencies. The right to vote must be used and enjoyed in a right way. To avail this opportunity, one must possess Voter ID card or (Electoral Photo Identity Card) EPIC card issued by Election Commission of India. As every state has official Chief Electoral website one can easily apply voter id card through online or at state’s electoral representative’s office. The official website is
https://ceo.gujarat.gov.in/elector7_english.aspx
Who are eligible for Voter ID Card in Gujarat
- Indian citizen or resident of particular state to which he is voting
- Citizen must attain age of 18 years
- One must not be get themselves registered in more than one constituencies
- One must have a sound mind i.e mentally stable
- One who is not disqualified at time of elections due to malpractices or any illegal offences
- An unsound mind resident declared by competent court is not eligible for right to vote
If applying for a new voter id card or for some other changes, process has to be done before 10 days of filing last day nominations, so that your name gets included in electoral list for current elections
How to apply Voter ID Card Online in Gujarat
- To proceed further and apply online firstly one must sign up and get registration.
- Furnish all details like name, father name, address, mobile number and email id
- After successfully registering, select the form “Form 6”
- Form 6 is for “new registration”
- Form 6 is for the citizens who are applying for new voter id card or EPIC card or shifting from one constituency to another
- Enter all the details completely and correctly,as the same data enters the card
- Upload the supporting documents of your age proof, address proof and photographs
- After every thing completes, hit on submit button
- You will receive a copy of pdf print out
- Submit it at nearest electoral office or send through post
- Within 15-20 days you will receive new voter id card through post.
- If not received take it by hand by visiting electoral office
How to apply Voter ID Card Offline in Gujarat
Citizens who find difficult in applying for new Voter ID through online can also apply through offline.
- Visit the nearest electoral office and take the form “Form 6”
Or
- Just log on to official website of Chief Electoral Office of Gujarat or NVSP portal
- Under main menu section select the option “For Voter”
- Under “For Voter” options a drop down list displays
https://ceo.gujarat.gov.in/form1_english.aspx
- In which select Form 6 and download it
https://ceo.gujarat.gov.in/FormsForVoterEnglish/Form6_English.pdf
- Fill in all details and submit it along with all required documents
- An acknowledgement slip is given, which helps in tracking the status of voter id
What are the Documents to submit for Voter ID in Gujarat
- 2 passport size photographs
Age Proof (Submit any one)
- Pan card
- Passport
- Senior citizen card
- 10th class memo
- Birth certificate
- Aadhaar card
Proof of Residence
- Bank /Post Office current Pass Book
- Postal department’s posts received / delivered in the applicant’s name at the given address.
- Ration card
- Latest Electricity Bill/Water bill/Telephone bill/Gas connection Bill
