Special Intensive Revision (SIR): The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), a nationwide initiative aimed at verifying, updating, and expanding the electoral rolls. Going beyond the routine updates, the SIR involves detailed checks that may include door-to-door verification as well as online submissions by citizens.
Booth Level Officers (BLOs) play a key role in this exercise, confirming voter details, receiving new applications from eligible citizens, and removing duplicate or invalid entries. The initiative ensures that every eligible voter is accurately listed, promoting transparency and integrity in the electoral process. Citizens can participate by submitting their SIR forms either online through the ECI portal or offline via their local BLO, making it a crucial step in strengthening democratic participation across the country.
Why do I need to fill out the SIR form if I already have a voter ID card?
Having a voter ID card does not automatically confirm that you are listed in the current electoral roll. For instance, someone who has taken citizenship of another country may still hold an Indian voter ID, but that does not make them eligible to vote in India.
Can I contact the BLO directly?
Yes, you can reach out to your Booth Level Officer (BLO) to schedule a convenient time for their visit if you are not home regularly.
I was under 18 in 2002 and my parents lived in a different constituency. How do I fill the SIR form?
If you are already enrolled in the voter list for your current constituency, a form will be issued in your name. Since you were under 18 in 2002, you won’t appear in that list. You can check where your parents were registered at that time via https://voters.eci.gov.in/ under Special Intensive Revision 2026. For example, Tripura refers to SIR 2005, and Bihar refers to SIR 2025.
I am studying abroad. Can my parents fill out the SIR form for me?
Yes. This is considered a temporary absence. An adult family member who is a voter in the same constituency can complete and sign the form on your behalf. The relationship and the name of the person signing should be clearly mentioned below the signature.
I am a senior citizen and haven’t voted in 25 years. How do I check if my name is on the current or 2002 list?
If your name is on the current list, the BLO will provide you with the form carrying your EPIC number. Even if you lost your voter ID, if your address hasn’t changed, the BLO can check the 2002 voter list. If you lived elsewhere in 2002, provide your previous constituency and polling station details to help the BLO locate your records.
I received a form but cannot find myself or my relatives in the 2002 list. What should I do?
You will get a notice for a hearing where you need to present relevant documents before the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO). If the ERO is satisfied, your name will be added to the voter list.
If my name isn’t on the draft voter list, can I apply for inclusion?
Yes. Fill out Form 6A if you are already 18, or Form 6 if you are turning 18 soon.
I moved to new area from another area. How can I include my name in this constituency?
Fill out Form 8 to change your constituency. If you moved from another state, submit a declaration using Annexure 4. New voters not listed anywhere also need to submit Annexure 4.
My parents passed away, and my name is not in the 2002 list. How do I map the form?
Even if your parents have passed away, their names should still be in the 2002 voter list. Use their details to complete the mapping.
