How to Restore Your Voter Registration After SIR 3.0 Deletions
• SIR 3.0 Deletions: The 2026 'Special Intensive Revision' phase which resulted in over 1.5 crore names being struck from voter lists.
• Voter Search Portal: The official ECI digital gateway to verify your registration status using EPIC or mobile number.
• Form 6: The statutory application form required for the re-inclusion of a name in the electoral roll after deletion.
• BLO Verification: The offline validation process conducted by a Booth Level Officer to confirm a citizen's residency.
Objective
Following the third phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR 3.0) in 2026, the Election Commission of India has deleted over 1.5 crore names based on the "ASDD" protocol (Absent, Shifted, Dead, or Duplicate). This guide provides a technical roadmap for citizens to verify their status and execute the legal restoration of their voting rights if they have been erroneously struck from the roll.
Implementation Steps
1. Verify Your Status via ECI Portal
Access the official Voters' Service Portal (VSP). Select the 'Search in Electoral Roll' option. You can search using your 10-digit EPIC number (voter ID card number) or your registered mobile number. If the search returns "No Record Found," your name has likely been deleted during the recent revision.
2. Download the Draft Electoral Roll
To confirm if you were part of the SIR 3.0 "cleanup," download the Draft Electoral Roll (e-roll) for your specific polling station. This PDF document will indicate the status of all electors in your vicinity. If your serial number is marked with a "D" or is absent, immediate action is required.
3. File Form 6 for Re-Inclusion
Deletion during an SIR phase requires a fresh application for inclusion. Log in to the Voters' Service Portal and fill out Form 6. Since 2026, Form 6 includes a specific declaration regarding your status during the last SIR. Ensure you provide accurate details of your previous constituency and polling station to facilitate a faster audit.
4. Upload Statutory Documentation
You must provide proof of residency to counter an "Absent" or "Shifted" tag. Upload a clear scan of your Aadhaar Card, Passport, or a recent utility bill (Water/Electricity/Gas) in your name. If you are a tenant, a registered rent agreement serves as valid proof of residency.
5. Physical Verification by BLO
Once submitted, your application will be assigned to a Booth Level Officer (BLO). The BLO will visit your residence for field verification. Under the 2026 guidelines, you can track the BLO's visit schedule via the Voter Helpline App. Ensure you or an adult family member is present to sign the verification document.
6. Monitor the Final Roll Publication
The "Claims and Objections" period for SIR 3.0 typically closes in late August or October, depending on the state. Monitor the status of your application on the VSP dashboard. Once "Accepted," your name will appear in the Final Electoral Roll published before the next election cycle.
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