The Election Commission of India (ECI) released the draft voter list for Uttar Pradesh under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise on January 6, 2026. Out of 15.44 crore registered voters, 12.55 crore names were retained, while 2.89 crore entries were deleted, marking the highest deletion rate among Indian states so far.

Key updates from UP SIR draft roll

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Final voter list date: March 6, 2026

Claims and objections: Window open from January 6 to February 6, online at voters.eci.gov.in or via Booth Level Officers (BLOs)

Reasons for deletions:

  • Permanent shift: 2.17 crore
  • Deceased voters: 46.23 lakh
  • Duplicate/untraceable entries: 25.47 lakh
  • Percentage of retention: 81.30% of total voters
  • States with next highest deletions: Tamil Nadu (15%), Gujarat (14.5%)

How voters can check and correct their details

  • Check your name: Visit ECI Voter Portal, go to Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026, search by electoral details or last SIR E-roll.
  • If name missing: Fill Form 6 to request inclusion.
  • To remove name: Fill Form 7 for objections like death or wrongful inclusion.
  • To correct details: Use Form 8 for updates such as address or personal info.
  • Required documents: EPIC, government-issued ID, passport, birth certificate, residence proof, caste certificate, family register, land allotment certificate, or Aadhaar (as ID only).

Why SIR is being conducted now

Addresses “legacy data” issues from voter rolls last updated 2002-2004.

Removes dead, shifted, or duplicate voters and ensures accurate electoral numbers.

Ensures voter rolls are legally defensible and transparent ahead of upcoming state elections in 2026.

Significance of SIR 2026

  • Largest voter deletion exercise in India’s recent history.
  • Affects nearly 18.7% of Uttar Pradesh voters, potentially impacting women and previously underrepresented groups disproportionately.
  • Marks a crucial step for accurate, credible elections in India.

UP citizens must check their names immediately, file objections or corrections if required, and ensure they are included in the final electoral roll by March 6, 2026. Early verification is key to avoiding disenfranchisement.