The Election Commission has launched an intensive revision campaign of the voter list in Bihar, and over 66% of counting forms have already been submitted. As of Thursday evening, 5.22 crore forms were received out of 7.89 crore registered voters, according to official data.

The revision drive started after orders were issued on June 24, and the counting form submission will continue for 15 more days. Around 7.90 crore forms have been printed, and 98% have already been distributed to eligible voters.

Who Can Apply?

Indian citizens who are 18 years or older as of the qualifying dates (January 1, April 1, July 1, or October 1 of the revision year) can apply online at:
👉 https://voters.eci.gov.in

  • Use Form-6 for online voter registration
  • Applicants can also check the status of their applications on the same website

Key Dates to Remember

  • Last date to submit the counting form to your Booth Level Officer (BLO): July 26
  • Voters are encouraged to complete submission by July 25
  • Form-6 applications will be processed after August 1
  • The names of new applicants will be added in the final voter list only

Common Misconception Clarified

Many people believe that new voter applications are not being accepted during the revision period. However, officials confirm that new voters can apply online right now, though their applications will only be reviewed after the current draft revision phase ends on August 1.

What Happens Next?

After the draft voter list is published based on the updated data, there will be a window from August 1 to August 30 for:

  • Filing claims and objections regarding any inaccuracies or exclusions

Did You Know?

  • In just 16 days, 66.16% of forms were collected
  • The new names will be added only in the final publication, not the draft list
  • The voter list revision covers both urban and rural voters statewide

FAQs

Can new voters apply right now?

Yes. They must fill Form-6 online, but their applications will be processed after August 1.

Will new names appear in the draft list?

No. They will be added to the final voter list only.

What is the deadline for submitting the counting form?

July 26, 2025 is the last date to submit forms to BLOs.

Where can I apply to register as a voter?

Visit https://voters.eci.gov.in and fill Form-6.

Is this campaign statewide?

Yes. The voter list revision covers all districts and polling booths in Bihar.