Ahmedabad:
The Election Commission is set to publish the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025 today as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process ahead of the 2026 electoral cycle. After completing a near-100 percent verification of voters across the state, authorities will release the draft electoral roll, allowing citizens to check their voter status and raise objections if required.
The publication of the draft list marks a critical stage in Gujarat’s electoral preparations. Voters whose names are missing, marked incorrectly, or shown as deleted will have a full month-until January 18, 2026-to file objections, corrections, or claims. Election officials have emphasized that this process is designed to strengthen transparency, accuracy, and fairness in the democratic system.
Once the draft list is published later today, voters will be able to verify their names online within minutes by following a structured five-step process. Officials have also assured citizens that if a name does not appear in the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025, the reason for its absence will be clearly mentioned, along with the option to submit an objection within the stipulated timeline.
What Is the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025 and Why It Matters
The Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025 is a provisional electoral roll prepared under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. This process involves door-to-door verification, cross-checking records, and updating voter data to ensure that only eligible citizens are included while removing names that no longer qualify.
The revision focuses on identifying:
- Deceased voters
- Permanently migrated voters
- Duplicate voter records
- Absent voters who could not be verified
The draft list is not final. Instead, it is released specifically to give voters and political parties an opportunity to review the data and flag errors before the final electoral roll is published.
Election authorities have repeatedly clarified that a missing name in the draft list does not mean permanent deletion. It simply means that the voter must verify details or submit a claim within the objection period.
When and How Voters Can Check the Draft Electoral Roll
According to election officials, the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025 will be made public by this afternoon. Once live, voters can check their names online without visiting government offices.
The verification process has been designed to be simple and accessible, even for first-time voters. Below is a detailed explanation of how citizens can confirm whether their name appears in the draft list or has been marked for deletion.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Check If Your Name Is in the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025
Step 1: Access the Draft Electoral Roll Portal
Click here and check your name.
After the draft list is published, voters must open the official draft voter list section provided by the election authorities. The interface will redirect users to a dedicated page containing district-wise voter information.
This page serves as the primary gateway for checking whether a voter’s name has been categorized as absent, shifted, deceased, or duplicated during the SIR process.
Step 2: Select Your District
On the new page, voters will see a blue-highlighted heading titled “List of Absent/Shifted/Dead Voters.” Below this heading, a list of all 33 districts of Gujarat will be displayed.
Each district entry will include three columns:
- District Number
- District Name
- Show Button
Voters must click on the “Show” button next to their district to proceed further. For example, if a voter belongs to Kutch district, they should select Kutch from the list.
Step 3: Choose Your Assembly Constituency
Once the district is selected, the page will expand to show a list of assembly constituencies under that district.
Voters should carefully select their respective assembly constituency. For instance, if the voter falls under the Anjar Assembly constituency, clicking on Anjar will open constituency-specific voter records.
This step ensures that voters access the correct electoral data linked to their constituency.
Step 4: Open the Booth-Level PDF Files
After selecting the assembly constituency, a Google Drive folder will open automatically. This folder will contain multiple PDF files, each corresponding to a specific taluka, village, polling booth, and block number.
The PDF filenames will clearly mention:
- Taluka name
- Village name
- Booth number
- Block number
Voters must identify and open the PDF file that matches their polling booth. The booth number is usually mentioned on the form provided during the SIR verification process.
If voters do not remember their booth number, they can:
- Contact their Booth Level Officer (BLO)
- Seek assistance from a local political party representative
Step 5: Review Booth-Level Voter Details
Once the correct booth PDF is opened, voters will see detailed information, including:
- Name of the Booth Level Officer
- Designation of the BLO
- BLO’s verification report
The first paragraph of the report mentions the total number of voters registered at that booth. It also provides separate figures for:
- Deceased voters
- Permanently migrated voters
- Duplicate voters
- Absent voters
At the bottom of the document, a detailed list of affected voters is provided. This list includes:
- Full name of the voter
- Voter serial number
- EPIC (Voter ID) number
- Specific reason for deletion or marking
For example, voters under the Nagor polling area of the Anjar Assembly constituency can clearly see who has been removed and why.
Why Your Name Might Be Missing from the Draft List
Election officials have explained that names may be temporarily excluded from the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025 for several reasons, including:
- The voter was not present during physical verification
- The voter has permanently shifted to another location
- The voter was reported deceased
- Duplicate records were identified
Importantly, all reasons are transparently mentioned in the draft list, allowing voters to take corrective action if the information is incorrect.
Objections and Claims Open Until January 18, 2026
Following the publication of the draft electoral roll, voters will have the opportunity to submit:
- Objections against wrongful deletion
- Claims for inclusion of missing names
- Requests for correction of personal details
The objection and claim window will remain open from December 19, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
Election authorities have urged citizens not to delay and to verify their records as early as possible to avoid last-minute issues.
Political Parties to Receive Draft Voter List Copies
On the day of publication of the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025, a state-level meeting will be held under the chairmanship of the Chief Electoral Officer of Gujarat. Representatives of all recognized political parties will attend this meeting.
Additionally:
- District Election Officers will distribute hard copies and soft copies of the draft electoral roll to recognized political parties in their respective districts
- This step ensures transparency and allows political parties to independently verify voter data
Submission of Migrated and Deceased Voter Lists Completed
In line with the guidelines of the Election Commission of India, meetings between Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and Booth Level Agents (BLAs) have already been completed at all polling stations.
During these meetings:
- Lists of Absent, Shifted, and Dead (ASD) voters were finalized
- The data was officially submitted as part of the SIR process
This groundwork has enabled the authorities to prepare a more accurate draft electoral roll.
How Else Can You Verify Your Name in the Electoral Roll?
Apart from the draft voter list PDFs, voters can also check their status through:
- The CEO Gujarat voter services
- The national voter portal
- The ECINET mobile application
- Their local BLO
- District Election Officer (DEO) offices
- Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) and Assistant ERO offices
Officials have advised voters to verify all personal details carefully, including name spelling, address, age, and EPIC number.
Election Commission Appeals for Active Public Participation
The Election Commission has appealed to all eligible voters in Gujarat to actively participate in the verification process. Citizens are encouraged to:
- Check their names in the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025
- File objections or claims within the deadline
- Ensure no eligible voter is left out
- Prevent inclusion of ineligible names
Authorities have emphasized that an accurate electoral roll is the foundation of a fair and democratic election.
Conclusion: Your Vote, Your Responsibility
The publication of the Gujarat Draft Voter List 2025 is a crucial milestone in ensuring clean, transparent, and inclusive elections in the state. With a clear verification process, detailed booth-level data, and a full month to raise objections, voters are being given every opportunity to safeguard their democratic rights.
Citizens are strongly advised to take a few minutes to verify their voter status and act promptly if corrections are needed. A strong democracy begins with an accurate voter list-and that responsibility now lies with every eligible voter in Gujarat.
