Voter ID Card

Documents Required for Voter ID Card in India:

The documents needed for a Voter ID Card in India can vary slightly depending on your age and whether you’re applying for a new card or updating an existing one. However, here’s a general overview:

Proof of Identity (POI):

• Individuals: You can choose one from the following:
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport
  • Driving License
  • Ration Card with photograph
  • PAN Card
  • Bank Passbook with photograph
  • Photo ID card issued by Central/State Government or Public Sector Undertaking
  • Photo ID card issued by a recognized educational institution/University
  • Photo ID card issued by a Public Sector Bank/Undertaking
• Young Adults (18-21 years old): Proof of age is required along with POI. (See below for age proof options)

Proof of Address (POA):

• You can choose one from the following:
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport
  • Driving License
  • Bank Passbook with address
  • Ration Card with address
  • Utility bills (electricity, water, telephone) not older than 3 months
  • Property tax receipt not older than 1 year
  • Allotment letter of flat/house issued by Govt. authority
  • Latest rent agreement with landlord’s signature and his/her address proof

Proof of Age (for young adults 18-21 years old):

• Individuals: You can choose one from the following:
  • Birth Certificate
  • Passport
  • PAN Card
  • 10th Class mark sheet with date of birth
  • Transfer certificate from any school for any class with date of birth printed on it
  • Aadhaar Card

Additional Documents:

• Form 6: This is the application form for a new Voter ID Card. You can download it online or get it from the nearest Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) office.
• Two recent passport-sized photographs: These should be signed on the back by a Gazetted Officer or other authorized person.
• Declaration form: This form declares your eligibility to register as a voter.

Important Points:

• All documents must be self-attested.
• You can submit copies of the documents, but they need to be attested by a Gazetted Officer/MP/MLA/Municipal Councillor or Bank official.
• For the latest and complete list of documents specific to your region, refer to the official website of your state’s Chief Electoral Officer.