The Election Commission of India (ECI) has released the draft electoral rolls for West Bengal, following a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. This revision has resulted in the removal of over 58 lakh names from the voter list ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
This move has sparked both administrative actions and political discussions. Voters now have an opportunity to verify their details and, if necessary, restore their names.
According to the Election Commission, 58,20,898 voters have been removed from the rolls for several reasons, including:
- Death of the voter
- Permanent migration from the area
- Duplicate entries
- Non-submission of enumeration forms
As a result, the total electorate in West Bengal has decreased from 7.66 crore to 7.08 crore voters.
How to Check Your Name in the Voter List
The draft rolls are available both online and offline. Voters can use the following methods to check their names:
Online Verification
- Visit the official ECI website: eci.gov.in
- Alternatively, go to the West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer’s website: ceowestbengal.wb.gov.in
- Enter your name or EPIC (Voter ID) number to check your status.
Deleted Voter List
- If you suspect your name has been removed, visit the SIR page: ceowestbengal.wb.gov.in/asd_sir
- You can check using your EPIC number or constituency details.
Offline Assistance
- Voters can also visit their local Block Development Office (BDO) or contact Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for help in verifying their name.
What to Do if Your Name is Missing
If your name is missing from the draft roll, the Election Commission advises you to follow these steps:
- Fill out Form 6 and Annexure-IV.
- Submit the completed form to the local BLO, or apply online through the ECI website or ECINET app.
The claims and objections window will remain open from December 16, 2025, to January 15, 2026.
Hearings and Verification Process
Election Commission officials have stated that hearings for voters who have been removed or whose records show discrepancies will begin soon. Notices will be issued to those voters whose names have been deleted or whose details don’t match the older electoral rolls (dating back to 2002).
Officials estimate that nearly 30 lakh voters whose records couldn’t be matched with older rolls may be required to attend hearings to establish their eligibility.
Therefore, a significant number of voters could be called for verification.
