Since today is May 2, 2026, your readers are in a state of high anticipiation. The polling on April 23 saw a historic 85.1% turnout, and the “Counting Day” is just 48 hours away on Monday, May 4.
The long wait for the verdict of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Election is almost over. Following a record-breaking voter turnout of 85.1%, the highest since 1952, the Election Commission of India (ECI) will begin counting votes at 8:00 AM on Monday, May 4, 2026.
This election is historic as it marks the official transition from a bipolar DMK-AIADMK battle to a genuine three-cornered contest with the entry of actor-turned-politician Vijay and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
The Numbers Game: 2026 Exit Poll Projections
While the official results will be updated here live, early exit polls released on April 29 have painted a sharply divided picture:
- Axis My India: Shocked the state by projecting 98–120 seats for TVK, potentially making Vijay the kingmaker or even a government-forming force.
- JVC Exit Poll: Predicts a comeback for the AIADMK-BJP (NDA) alliance with 131–150 seats.
- Matrize & P-MARQ: Suggest a slight edge for the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), hovering around the 122–140 seat mark.
Key Candidates and Constituencies to Watch
We will provide real-time updates for all 234 constituencies, focusing specifically on these high-profile battles:
- Kolathur: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin (DMK) seeking a consecutive term.
- Edappadi: AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS).
- Perambur & Trichy East: TVK President C. Joseph Vijay making his high-stakes debut.
- Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni: Udhayanidhi Stalin (DMK).
- Karaikudi: NTK leader Seeman.
Live Seat Ticker (Updates every 60 seconds)
| Party Alliance | Leading | Won | Total (234) |
| DMK + (SPA) | [LIVE] | [LIVE] | — |
| AIADMK + (NDA) | [LIVE] | [LIVE] | — |
| TVK | [LIVE] | [LIVE] | — |
| Others (NTK/AMMK) | [LIVE] | [LIVE] | — |
Majority Mark: 118 Seats
How to Track Results on May 4th?
Our portal ElectionResults.in will feature a Live Video Stream alongside real-time data tables. The counting starts with postal ballots at 8:00 AM, followed by EVM counting at 8:30 AM. Expect the first solid trends by 11:00 AM.
