Voter ID (EPIC)
1. Issued By & Official Portals
Voters' Services Portal (ECI)
2. Why It Is Required
The Elector's Photo Identity Card (EPIC), commonly known as Voter ID, is issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for Indian citizens to cast their votes in democratic elections.
3. Who Is Eligible
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Must have completed 18 years of age on qualifying date (Jan 1, Apr 1, Jul 1, Oct 1)
- Must be an ordinary resident in the polling constituency applied for
4. Official Application Fees & Timeline
Official Fee Breakdown
Official registration for first-time voters (18+) on Election Commission portal.
100% FreeChange of address, photo update, name or DoB correction.
100% FreeIssued and delivered by Electoral Registration Office (ERO) free of cost.
Free DeliveryEstimated Processing Timeline
Booth Level Officer (BLO) verifies residential details at your address.
Downloadable from Voter Portal upon approval with unique EPIC number.
Dispatched via Department of Posts to registered residential address.
All voter registration, corrections, replacement cards, and e-EPIC downloads are 100% free of charge under Election Commission of India mandates.
5. Documents Required
7. Full Application Guide & Specifications
Official Application Steps
Visit ECI Voters' Portal
Sign up on voters.eci.gov.in using mobile number and create password.
Fill Form 6 (New Voter)
Enter your state, assembly constituency, personal details, family members, and address.
Upload Photo and Proofs
Attach clear scans of age proof, address proof, and front-facing photograph.
Verification by Booth Level Officer (BLO)
The local BLO may conduct field verification before issuing your digital e-EPIC card.
Technical Upload Specifications
Size: Max 2000 KB
Dimensions: Passport size color photograph
Background: Light / White background
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