More than 18 lakh voters in Telangana face possible exclusion from the final electoral roll because they have yet to respond to notices issued during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Election officials have already completed more than 82 lakh hearings and found over 74 lakh voters eligible for inclusion. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has set November 5 as the deadline for completing the notice and disposal process.

What Is the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Telangana?

The Special Intensive Revision is a process through which the Election Commission checks and updates electoral rolls. It helps officials identify duplicate entries, verify records of deceased voters, and review cases involving people who have moved to another location. The process aims to maintain accurate voter records while giving eligible citizens an opportunity to confirm their registration.

Why Are 18.12 Lakh Telangana Voters Facing Possible Exclusion?

According to figures released by Telangana election officials, 18,12,367 electors had not responded to SIR notices despite multiple reminders and visits by Booth Level Officers (BLOs). Telangana officials warned that voters who fail to respond could fall under the Absent, Shifted, Dead and Duplicate (ASDD) category and face removal from the final electoral list.

However, these voters have not all been removed. Officials must complete the applicable verification and decision-making process before finalising electoral records.

The Election Commission has also introduced measures to simplify verification. Booth Level Officers (BLOs) collect documents from electors at their homes and upload them to ECINet for review. Hearings are reserved for exceptional circumstances and may be conducted online. Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) and Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) may arrange hearings through available communication methods when necessary.

Telangana SIR 2026: Latest Voter Verification Figures

The Telangana Chief Electoral Office has shared figures showing the progress of the electoral roll revision.

These figures show the progress reported on October 9, 2026. They cover different stages of verification and should not be added together to calculate the total number of voters. Election officials continue to review pending cases as the deadline of November 5, 2026, approaches.

Important Deadlines and Final Voter List Date

The Election Commission has revised the schedule to provide more time for verification and the disposal of pending cases.

Eligible voters who need to apply for enrolment should check the current application rules and deadlines through the official Election Commission of India website.

How to Check Names in Telangana Voter List?

Voters can check their registration details online instead of waiting for an election notice or visiting an election office. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official Election Commission of India’s Voters’ Services Portal.
2. Select the required option to search the electoral roll.
3. Enter your Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) number or other requested details.
4. Check your name, constituency, and polling station information.
5. Contact your local BLO or ERO if your details are missing or incorrect.

Because the revision is still underway, registration records may change before the final electoral rolls are published.

What to Do If an Eligible Voter Name Is Missing?

If an eligible citizen cannot find their name in the electoral roll, they can contact the local election office to understand why the entry is missing. Depending on the circumstances, the person may need to apply for enrolment, request a correction, or follow the available review or appeal procedure.

Form 6 generally covers applications for voter registration, while Form 8 covers certain corrections and changes to existing electoral records. Applicants should check the latest Election Commission instructions before choosing a form, particularly during the ongoing SIR process.

If you have received an SIR notice, follow the instructions in the notice and contact your BLO or ERO for guidance before submitting a separate application.

Telangana SIR 2026 is approaching its final stage, with more than 18 lakh voters still facing possible exclusion from the electoral rolls. Eligible citizens should check their registration details, respond to pending notices, and follow official updates before the November 9 publication date.

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