Election FAQ: Don't Have A Voter Card? Know How You Can Still Cast Your Vote | Explained

As preparations for the much awaited assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana are reaching the final stage, voters are eagerly waiting to participate in the electoral process by casting their valuable votes.

As per the schedule announced by the Election Commission of India, the dates for the three phases of polling in Jammu and Kashmir are September 18, September 25 and October 1 respectively while Haryana will go for polls on October 5. Counting of votes and announcement of results for both the places will take place on October 8.

In general, a voter ID, also referred to as the Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC), holds significant importance in the process of casting votes as it is considered a crucial document.

However, not possessing a voter ID card is not a matter of concern anymore as according to the guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI), one can vote in an election even without an ID card as long as that person's name is on the official voter list.

Here we will discuss steps of how to cast a vote without a voter card.

Step-by-step guide on how to vote without a voter ID card

• The first step to take before participating in the electoral process, is to make sure that the name of the person concerned is enlisted on the official voter list from the Election Commission of India (ECI) which confirms being a recognized eligible voter.

• To get on the voter list, people are required to fill out and submit Form 6 to the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) of their assembly constituency. It's a simple step to ensure they can vote in future elections. For general general voters, Form 6 needs to be filled out online while for those living overseas, it's Form 6A.

• Make sure to enter the name, date of birth, and address correctly, and upload the required documents to complete the registration process.

• Once the name is on the electoral roll, everyone have the right to vote, with or without a physical voter ID card. Being registered is what matters most when it comes to voting.