The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 is a nationwide voter verification drive conducted by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to ensure the accuracy of the electoral roll before major elections. Because this process involves a 100% door-to-door survey, the voter list is significantly overhauled, and millions of “Absent, Shifted, or Dead” (ASD) voters are removed.
If you have completed your Enumeration Form (EF) or are simply checking if you survived the “deep cleaning,” follow these steps to download the updated list.
1. How to Download the PDF Voter List After SIR
The most reliable way to view the full booth-level list is through the central or state-specific portals.
- Visit the Voters’ Service Portal: Go to voters.eci.gov.in.
- Click on ‘Download Electoral Roll PDF’: Look for this link on the homepage dashboard.
- Select Your Location: * Choose your State (e.g., Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu).
- Choose your District and Assembly Constituency.
- Select your preferred Language.
- Find Your Polling Station: A table will appear listing all polling booths in your constituency.
- Download: Click the “Download” icon next to your booth name. Complete the Captcha to save the file.Note: Post-SIR 2026 rolls are often labeled as “Draft Roll 2026” or “Final Roll 2026” depending on the phase of the revision.
2. Searching by EPIC Number After SIR
Since the SIR involves significant data migration, your Serial Number or Part Number may have changed. Searching by EPIC is the fastest way to find your specific entry.
- Go to electoralsearch.eci.gov.in.
- Choose the ‘Search by EPIC’ tab.
- Enter your 10-digit EPIC Number, select your State, and enter the Captcha.
- Click ‘Search’. If your details appear, your registration is active in the post-SIR roll.
- Click ‘View Details’ to download your “Voter Information Slip,” which contains your new booth details.
3. Important: The ASD (Absent, Shifted, Dead) List
During the SIR process, if a Booth Level Officer (BLO) could not find you at your registered address after three visits, your name is placed in the ASD List.
- Why it matters: If your name is in the ASD list, you may be deleted from the final roll.
- How to check: Most State CEO websites (like CEO Tamil Nadu or CEO Kerala) have a separate link for the “SIR 2026 ASD List.”
- Action: If your name is wrongly listed under ASD, immediately contact your BLO or visit the ERO office with your Aadhaar and residence proof to file an objection.
Voter Impact & Legal Safeguards
The SIR is governed by Section 21(3) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950. The ECI provides the following safeguards during this intensive revision:
- The “Three-Visit” Rule: A BLO cannot mark you as “Shifted” without visiting your house three separate times.
- Mandatory Notice: Before final deletion, a notice must be issued to the voter.
- Online e-Sign: For the 2026 cycle, voters can use the ECINet App to e-sign their Enumeration Forms using Aadhaar, ensuring their name isn’t deleted due to physical absence.
What to Do If Your Name is Missing
If you download the PDF and cannot find your name:
- Check for Supplements: At the end of the PDF, there is a “Supplement” section. Newly added voters after the draft publication appear here.
- File Form 6: If your name is completely missing, submit a fresh Form 6 online immediately to be included in the “Continuous Updation” phase.
- Contact 1950: This is the national toll-free voter helpline for all SIR-related grievances.
Key Takeaways for Voters
- Download the Latest Version: Ensure the PDF header mentions the 01.01.2026 qualifying date.
- Verify Polling Booths: SIR often leads to “Rationalization,” meaning your booth might have moved to a different building.
- EPIC is Mandatory: While you can search by details, the EPIC search is 100% accurate for post-SIR validation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is the SIR list different from the standard voter list? Yes. SIR is an “Intensive” revision based on 100% physical verification, making it far more accurate than the standard “Summary” revision.
Q2: Can I download the list with photos? No. To protect privacy, the public PDF rolls available for download are “Non-Photo” lists. Only officials have the photo-integrated roll.
Q3: How do I know if my SIR verification was successful? If you used the mobile app during the BLO visit, you should have received an SMS. Alternatively, a successful search on the ECI portal confirms your status.
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