The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially published the Assam Final Voter List 2026, marking the culmination of a comprehensive Special Revision (SR) exercise across all 126 Assembly constituencies. The updated electoral roll reveals a significant contraction in the state’s voting population, with over 2.4 lakh names removed following intensive field verifications and the disposal of claims.
Assam Final Voter List 2026: The Statistical Shift
According to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Assam, the final headcount of the electorate now stands at 2,49,58,139. This figure represents a net decrease of 2,43,485 voters compared to the integrated draft list published on December 27, 2025. Initially, the draft list had recorded a total of 2,52,01,624 eligible voters.
The reduction highlights the impact of the ECI’s focus on accuracy, ensuring that duplicates, deceased individuals, and those who have shifted residences are purged from the system. This cleanup is a standard but critical procedure to maintain the sanctity of the democratic process.
Gender-Wise Breakup of the Electorate
The 2026 revision shows a near-equal distribution between male and female voters in the state, reflecting a healthy gender ratio in the electoral rolls.
- Male Voters: 1,24,82,213
- Female Voters: 1,24,75,583
- Third Gender: 343
This marginal difference between male and female participation is a key takeaway from the latest data, suggesting high levels of registration among women in the Northeastern state.
The Verification Timeline and Process
The preparation of the Assam Final Voter List 2026 was not a singular event but the result of a multi-stage administrative effort. It began with a house-to-house verification drive conducted between November 22 and December 20, 2025. During this period, booth-level officers (BLOs) visited households to physically verify the presence and eligibility of listed individuals.
Following the publication of the draft list in late December, the ECI provided a window for public intervention. From December 27, 2025, to January 22, 2026, citizens were encouraged to file claims for new inclusions or raise objections against existing entries. The final list was only frozen after every claim and objection was legally disposed of by the electoral registration officers.
Understanding Special Revision vs. Intensive Revision
The Election Commission categorized this exercise as a Special Revision (SR). In the hierarchy of electoral updates, the SR serves as a middle ground between a Special Summary Revision (SSR) and a Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
While an SSR primarily relies on voluntary updates from citizens, an SIR—which is currently being conducted in several other Indian states—involves a much deeper, exhaustive enumeration process. Despite being an SR, the Assam exercise was notably thorough, given the socio-political sensitivities regarding citizenship and residency in the state.
Upcoming Elections and Political Context
The timing of this list publication is crucial. Assam is bracing for Assembly elections for its 126-member House, likely to be held in March or April 2026. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma recently noted that while the current process is complete, a more detailed Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is slated to be conducted after the upcoming polls.
This indicates that while the Assam Final Voter List 2026 will govern the immediate elections, the state’s electoral data will remain under continuous scrutiny to ensure 100% accuracy in the future.
How Citizens Can Check Their Names
With the final list now public, the CEO Assam office has made the data accessible for voters. Residents can verify their inclusion by:
- Visiting the official portal of the Chief Electoral Officer, Assam.
- Checking the physical copies available at designated polling stations or District Election Offices.
- Using the ‘Voter Helpline’ mobile application provided by the ECI.
Ensuring your name is on the final list is the only way to guarantee the right to vote in the upcoming Assembly elections.
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