Karnataka Voter List Update 2026: Submit Enumeration Form by July 29 or Name May Not Appear in Draft Electoral Roll
Published: 14 July 2026
Category: Government News | Elections
Enumeration Form Submission Mandatory for Draft Electoral Roll
The District Election Officer (DEO) and Deputy Commissioner of Dharwad, Snehal R., has clarified that voters who do not submit the Enumeration Form (EF) by 29 July 2026 will not have their names included in the draft electoral roll, as per the guidelines of the Election Commission of India (ECI).
The official also confirmed that there will be no extension of the submission deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Door-to-Door Verification Started | 30 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Enumeration Form | 29 July 2026 |
| Draft Electoral Roll Publication | 5 August 2026 |
| Claims & Objections Period | 5 August – 4 September 2026 |
| Disposal of Claims & Objections | 5 August – 3 October 2026 |
| Final Electoral Roll Publication | 7 October 2026 |
Key Highlights
- Enumeration Form submission is mandatory for inclusion in the draft voter list.
- No extension will be provided beyond 29 July 2026.
- Voters can correct mistakes after the draft electoral roll is published.
- No new voter enrolments will be accepted until the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is completed.
Dharwad District Progress
According to the district administration:
- Total Electors: 16,21,961
- Enumeration Forms Distributed: 15,19,544
- Coverage Achieved: 96.69%
- Digitised Forms: 20.58%
The administration expects to complete 100% distribution of forms within the next two days.
Voters Not Found During Verification
During the door-to-door verification:
- 20,499 voters were not found at their registered addresses.
- 7,242 voters were identified as deceased.
- 27,594 voters were found to have permanently shifted.
Such voters must visit their respective polling stations with valid supporting documents. Otherwise, their names may not appear in the draft electoral roll.
Help for Voters
To assist citizens in filling out the Enumeration Forms, the district administration has established:
- 452 Voter Facilitation Centres
- Assistance from Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for completing and submitting the forms.
Conclusion
Eligible voters in Karnataka, especially in Dharwad district, should submit their Enumeration Forms before 29 July 2026 to ensure their names are included in the draft electoral roll. Those who miss the deadline risk exclusion from the draft list, although corrections and objections can be filed after its publication.
