How to apply for Voter ID Card online: Here's a Step-by-Step guide to follow

Exercising one's franchise is every Indian citizen's right. As per Indian Constitution, to do this one requires a voter's ID card. Every Indian citizen above of 18 years can apply for a voter ID/election card. In dition to allowing citizens to take part in democratic process, a voter ID also serves as valid identity proof to apply for a loan to buy a property.

Earlier, it was possible to apply for a voter's ID only before an election, eir local or national. However, Election Commission of India (ECI) has w me it easier to apply for a voter's card through an online application process.

How to apply for a Voter ID card online

online enrollment process for a new Voter ID card is very simple. All you have to do is go to official website of Election Commission of India for registration.

website has all information regarding  election process in India; from electoral rolls to election schedules for upcoming polls across country. It also has a list of guidelines for voters and various application forms that are required for registration.

re are a number of forms relating to name change process, inclusion of voters' names residing in India, as well as those who live overseas and members of armed forces, those in government service, etc.

For a new voter ID application, you have to select Form 6.

To find form, you have to select National Voters Service Portal on homep of ECI website. Under "National Services" section, on 'Apply online' for a new voter ID. This will take you to online application form.

Steps to apply for a voter ID card online

steps involved in online application process for voter ID are as follows:

• Step 1 - Visit official website of Election Commission of India.
• Step 2 - on National Voters Services Portal.
• Step 3 - on "Apply online for registration of new voter".
• Step 4 - Enter details and uplo required documents.
• Step 5 - on "Submit".

Once you submit, you will receive an email on Email ID provided by you. This email will contain a link to a personal Voter's ID p. You will be able to track your voter ID application through this p. You should receive your Voter ID card within a month from your application.

Documents Required to Apply For a Voter's ID Card :

To apply for a voter ID card online, you will need  following documents:

• One passport-sized photograph
• Identity proof- this could be a birth certificate, passport, driving licence, PAN Card or high school marksheet.
• dress proof- this could be eir a ration card, your passport, driving licence or a utility bill (phone or electricity).

Voter's ID Card Eligibility

eligibility criteria for Voter’s ID Card can be summed up as follows:

• applicant should be an Indian citizen.
• applicant must have a permanent residential dress.
• applicant must be at least 18 years old.

Im: PTI