If there is a mistake in your Voter ID card, you do not necessarily need to visit an election office to get it corrected. Eligible voters can request corrections to their electoral roll details through the official online voter services provided by the Election Commission of India.
A Voter ID, also known as an EPIC (Elector Photo Identity Card), is an important document used for voter identification. If your name, date of birth, gender, address, photograph or other details are incorrect, you can submit a correction request online.
Here is a step-by-step guide explaining how to correct Voter ID card details online, what documents may be required and how to check the status of your correction request.
How to Correct Voter ID Card Online
Step 1:- First, visit the official website by clicking on the link provided above.
Step 2:- After visiting the official portal, click on “Login” and log in using your mobile number and OTP. If you are visiting the website for the first time, you will need to sign up.
Step 3:- After logging in, you will see the option to “Fill Form Number 8”; you will need to click on it.
Step 4:- You will now see two options: ‘Self’ and ‘Other’. Select the ‘Self’ box, enter your Voter ID card’s EPIC number, and submit. PhotoID Proof
Step 5:- You will now see four options; select the second option—the ‘Correction’ box—by ticking it, and then proceed to the next step.
Step 6:- The complete Form 8 will now open; you must fill it out carefully and attentively. You need to tick the specific details you wish to correct—for instance, if you want to change your mobile number, tick the ‘mobile number’ option, enter your new number, and then proceed to the next step.
Step 7:- After carefully filling in and submitting all the details, you will need to complete the authentication process using your Aadhaar number; this involves entering your Aadhaar number and submitting the OTP sent to the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar card. OTPVerification Systems.
Step 8:- Once you complete the Aadhaar authentication, a reference number will be generated on your screen, which you can use to track your current status.
How to Check Voter ID Correction Status
After submitting a correction request, voters can track the application using the reference or application number provided during submission.
To check the status:
- Open the official voter services platform.
- Select the application status or tracking option.
- Enter the required reference details.
- Submit the information.
- Check the current status of your application.
The status may change as the application goes through verification and processing.
