The State Election Commission of Telangana has released the draft for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, notifying 9.2 million voters to ensure a clean and accurate database.

  • Draft for Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 released by Telangana SEC.
  • Notices to be issued to 9.2 million people, with 7.3 million in the ASD category.
  • Deadline for responses and corrections is September 16, 2026.

Hyderabad: In a significant move to streamline the democratic process, the State Election Commission of Telangana has released the draft for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voters' list. The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of the state, Sudarshan Reddy, detailed the operational framework of this revision during a high-level media briefing.

According to the CEO, the commission will issue notices to approximately 9.2 million individuals. A substantial portion of this—roughly 7.3 million people—falls under the ASD (Absent, Shifted, Duplicate) category. This means these entries are either for people who have moved, are deceased, or have duplicate registrations across different booths.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such a massive cleanup operation is essential to eliminate 'ghost voters' and prevent electoral fraud. By filtering out 7.3 million potentially invalid entries, the commission is ensuring that the electoral integrity of Telangana remains uncompromised ahead of future polls.

Individuals receiving these notices have until September 16, 2026, to provide their responses. Furthermore, any eligible citizen who finds their name missing from the rolls can apply for inclusion using Form 6A. To facilitate transparency, the draft rolls have been uploaded to the official election portal for public scrutiny.

"The accuracy of an electoral roll is the bedrock of a fair election; without a clean list, the principle of 'one person, one vote' is at risk."

Step-by-Step Guide to Verify Your Vote

Citizens can verify their status by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official ECI website at eci.gov.in.
  2. Click on the 'SIR-2026 Download Electoral Roll' link.
  3. Select 'Telangana' from the state dropdown menu.
  4. Choose your District, Assembly Constituency, and preferred language.
  5. Select your part number/name and enter the captcha code.
  6. Download the PDF and search for your name using your serial number or EPIC ID.
Did You Know?: The 'EPIC' number on your voter ID stands for Electoral Photo Identity Card, a system introduced to prevent impersonation at polling stations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What should I do if my name is not in the draft list?
A: You can apply for the addition of your name by submitting Form 6A through the official portal.

Q2: What is the deadline for submitting objections or responses?
A: All responses to the notices must be submitted by September 16, 2026.