Lok Sabha elections 2019: How to vote, check voter list and elections dates

For the first time voters, here’s a guide on how to vote in Lok Sabha Elections 2019 and polling and result dates

Elections: India is in the midst of the seven-phase Lok Sabha elections 2019. Voting for phase four of the General elections is underway today in 72 constituencies across nine states. For the first time voters, here’s a guide on how to vote in Lok Sabha Elections 2019

You can vote only if your name appears in the Voter List.

What is the voting process at polling booth?

— The polling official will check your name on the voter list and check your ID proof.

— The official will ink your index finger, give you a slip and take your signature on a register (Form 17A).

— You will have to deposit the slip with the third polling official and show your inked finger and then proceed to the polling booth.

— Record your vote by pressing the ballot button opposite the symbol of the candidate of your choice on the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM); You will hear a beep sound.

— Check the slip that appears in the transparent window of the VVPAT machine. The slip with the Candidate serial No., Name and Symbol shall be visible for 7 seconds before it drops in the sealed VVPAT box.

First-time voters must keep in mind that phone, camera or any other gadget is not allowed inside a polling booth.

How to check your name on voter list?

— Logging on to electoralsearch.in

— Calling the Voter Helpline 1950 (please add your STD code before dialling)

SMS <ECI> _ <EPIC No> to 1950 (EPIC stands for Electors Photo Identity Card also commonly known as Voter ID card). Example – If your EPIC is 12345678 then sms ECI 12345678 to 1950

— Download Voter Helpline App

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