If you are a voter in Maharashtra, this is the most important date of the month: 13 November 2026 is the last date to file claims and objections under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll. The Election Commission of India has revised Maharashtra’s schedule, and the final voter list will now be published on 30 November 2026, instead of 4 November as originally planned.
The stakes are huge. When the draft roll was published on 31 August 2026, about 2.07 crore names, more than one in five voters, were not included. Opposition parties have raised alarm, while the Election Commission says the deleted entries relate to voters who are dead, have shifted, are absent or are duplicates. In this Election Guru guide we explain the revised dates, the numbers, how to check your name, which form to fill and the wider SIR Phase III across India.
Maharashtra SIR 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exercise | Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Phase III |
| Electors before SIR | 9,78,54,049 |
| Draft roll published | 31 August 2026 |
| Electors in draft roll | 7,71,65,562 (78.86%) |
| Not in draft roll | About 2.07 crore (about 21.14%) |
| Mumbai | About 34 lakh names reportedly missing |
| Claims and objections deadline | 13 November 2026 (extended) |
| Notice and disposal period | Ends 25 November 2026 |
| Final roll | 30 November 2026 (revised from 4 November) |
Revised SIR Schedule for Maharashtra
The schedule has changed more than once. The final roll was originally due on 4 November, then reports in September mentioned 16 November. In a communication dated 29 October 2026 to Maharashtra’s Chief Electoral Officer, the ECI extended the claims deadline and postponed the final roll to 30 November.
| Stage | Original | Revised |
|---|---|---|
| Draft roll | 31 August 2026 | 31 August 2026 (done) |
| Claims and objections | Earlier deadline | 13 November 2026 |
| Notices, hearings and disposal | – | Till 25 November 2026 |
| Final electoral roll | 4 November 2026 | 30 November 2026 |
Why Was the Deadline Extended?
According to the Free Press Journal, state Chief Electoral Officers asked for more time to complete the exercise. The revision also followed protests over alleged deletions and observations by the Supreme Court, which, a day before the revision, reportedly asked the Election Commission not to impose rigid deadlines. Mumbadevi MLA Amin Patel said the “process is a total failure because there are not enough staff to visit homes and verify names”, and that while he supported the extension, “the whole process should be scrapped.”
SIR Schedule Revised in Six States
| State / UT | Revised Final Roll Date |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 30 November 2026 (claims till 13 Nov) |
| Andhra Pradesh | 30 November 2026 |
| Haryana | 30 November 2026 |
| Telangana | 30 November 2026 |
| Nagaland | 30 November 2026 |
| Delhi | 22 December 2026 (claims till 25 Nov) |
How to Check Your Name in the Maharashtra Voter List
- Go to the ECI Voter Service Portal: voters.eci.gov.in
- Click “Search in Electoral Roll” and search by EPIC (voter ID) number, by personal details or by mobile number
- You can also check the draft roll PDF for your part (booth) on ceoelection.maharashtra.gov.in
- Use the Voter Helpline App on your phone
- Contact your Booth Level Officer (BLO) or call the voter helpline 1950
Which Form Should You Fill?
| Form | Use It For |
|---|---|
| Form 6 | New voter registration, or if your name is missing from the draft roll |
| Form 6A | Overseas (NRI) voters |
| Form 7 | Objection to inclusion of a name, or deletion of a name (death, shifted, duplicate) |
| Form 8 | Correction of details, shifting within or outside the constituency, replacement EPIC |
Forms can be filed online on the Voter Service Portal or Voter Helpline App, or offline with your BLO. Keep proof of age and address ready, along with details of your family members in older rolls if you are asked to link your record. Do it before 13 November, because claims after the deadline may not be included in the 30 November final roll.
What Is SIR Phase III?
The ECI announced SIR Phase III on 14 May 2026, covering 16 states and 3 Union Territories. It involves about 36.73 crore electors, more than 3.94 lakh BLOs going house to house and 3.42 lakh Booth Level Agents appointed by political parties.
| Phase III Coverage | States / UTs |
|---|---|
| States (16) | Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Sikkim, Tripura, Telangana, Uttarakhand |
| UTs (3) | Delhi, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu |
| Left for later | Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh |
Phases I and II, which began with Bihar in 2025, covered 13 states and UTs with nearly 59 crore electors, according to the ECI.
Draft Roll Exclusions in Phase III
According to reports cited by Wikipedia from The Wire, about 6.15 crore names were left out of draft rolls across 17 states and UTs by early September. The highest exclusion shares were:
| State / UT | Share Left Out of Draft |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 32.78% |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu | 29.65% |
| Telangana | 21.69% |
| Maharashtra | 21.14% |
Why the SIR Is Controversial
- Opposition view: deletions could disenfranchise genuine voters, especially migrants, the poor and minorities
- ECI view: removing dead, shifted, absent and duplicate voters makes rolls accurate
- Staff shortage: MLAs like Amin Patel say there are not enough staff to verify names properly
- National protests: the INDIA bloc has demanded CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over the SIR
Also Read: INDIA Bloc vs CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Vote Chori Row Explained
Why Maharashtra Voters Should Act Now
Maharashtra held its zilla parishad and municipal elections earlier in 2026, and the next Assembly and Lok Sabha elections are due in 2029. But the roll finalised on 30 November will be the base for all future elections, including by-elections. If your name is missing and you do not file a claim, you may have to register again later as a new voter.
Also Read: NCP Merger 2026: Will Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar’s Parties Reunite?
Step-by-Step: How to File Form 6 Online
- Open voters.eci.gov.in or the Voter Helpline App and sign up with your mobile number
- Select “New Registration for General Electors (Form 6)”
- Choose state (Maharashtra), district and Assembly constituency
- Enter personal details, family member details and address
- Upload a recent photo, age proof and address proof
- Submit and note the reference number to track your application
- The BLO may visit to verify your details before the claim is decided
Documents You Can Use
| Proof Type | Common Documents |
|---|---|
| Age proof | Birth certificate, Class 10 marksheet, passport, Aadhaar, PAN card |
| Address proof | Aadhaar, bank or post office passbook, utility bill, passport, registered rent agreement |
| Photo | Recent passport-size photograph |
The exact list of accepted documents under SIR has been the subject of court hearings, so follow the latest instructions on the CEO Maharashtra website or from your BLO.
SIR vs Regular Summary Revision
| Feature | Summary Revision | Special Intensive Revision (SIR) |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency | Every year | Occasional, special exercise |
| Method | Updates to existing roll | House-to-house verification of all electors |
| Enumeration form | Not for everyone | Every elector must be covered |
| Linking to old rolls | Not required | Electors linked to earlier rolls; unmapped voters may need documents |
| Scale of change | Small | Large additions and deletions possible |
SIR Phases I and II: What Happened
| Phase | Coverage | Electors Before | Electors After (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I (2025) | Bihar | 7.89 crore | 7.42 crore |
| Phase II (from Oct 2025) | 9 states + 3 UTs incl. UP, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat | 50.99 crore | 45.81 crore |
| Phase III (from May 2026) | 16 states + 3 UTs incl. Maharashtra | 36.73 crore | Final rolls being published |
Figures for Phases I and II are as reported and compiled from Election Commission data and news reports.
Common Reasons Names Are Missing
- Enumeration form not filled or not collected during the house-to-house visit
- Voter shifted to another address or city
- Name could not be linked (mapped) to earlier rolls
- Spelling or age mismatches flagged as discrepancies
- Duplicate entries in two places
- Death of the elector
Important Contacts
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| National voter helpline | 1950 |
| Voter Service Portal | voters.eci.gov.in |
| CEO Maharashtra | ceoelection.maharashtra.gov.in |
| Mobile app | Voter Helpline App (Android / iOS) |
Who Should Check Their Name Urgently
| Voter Type | Why Check |
|---|---|
| People who moved homes in the last few years | High chance of being marked “shifted” |
| Migrant workers and students | May have been absent during the BLO visit |
| Young voters who turned 18 | Must register with Form 6 |
| Married women who changed address or surname | Records may not match earlier rolls |
| Families in redeveloped buildings in Mumbai and Pune | Address changes can cause deletions |
| Senior citizens | Risk of errors in age or duplicate entries |
What Happens After 30 November
Once the final roll is published on 30 November, it becomes the official voter list for Maharashtra until the next revision. Names can still be added later through continuous updation, but anyone who is missing from the final roll will have to apply afresh, and inclusion may take time. Political parties are expected to scrutinise the final roll booth by booth, and the debate over deletions is likely to continue in courts and in Parliament.
Mumbai and Urban Maharashtra: Biggest Concern
Urban areas have recorded some of the highest exclusions in SIR exercises across the country, mainly because people move more often, live in rented homes and are harder to find during house-to-house visits. In Maharashtra, about 34 lakh names were reportedly missing in Mumbai alone. Redevelopment of old buildings, slum rehabilitation projects and migration for work all mean that many voters no longer live at the address in the old roll. Political parties in Mumbai, Thane, Pune and Nagpur have set up help desks to help voters file Form 6 and Form 8 before the deadline.
What Political Parties Are Doing
| Party / Group | Action |
|---|---|
| Opposition (Congress, NCP-SP, Shiv Sena-UBT) | Raising deletions, demanding more time and staff |
| Ruling Mahayuti parties | Asking workers to help voters re-enrol |
| Booth Level Agents of all parties | Checking draft rolls booth by booth |
| Civil society groups | Running camps and helplines for missing voters |
Every voter can also check with the Booth Level Agent of any party in their area, who has a copy of the draft roll for the booth.
Election Guru Analysis
With about 2.07 crore names missing from Maharashtra’s draft roll, this SIR is one of the biggest changes to the state’s voter list in decades. Some of those names will be genuine deletions of dead or shifted voters, but many eligible voters may simply not have filled their forms. The extension to 30 November gives one more chance. Check your name today and file Form 6 or Form 8 before 13 November if needed.
Maharashtra SIR 2026 FAQ
What is the last date for claims and objections in Maharashtra SIR?
The last date for filing claims and objections in Maharashtra is 13 November 2026.
When will the Maharashtra final voter list be published?
The final electoral roll for Maharashtra will be published on 30 November 2026, as per the revised schedule.
How many names are missing from the Maharashtra draft roll?
About 2.07 crore names. Maharashtra had 9,78,54,049 electors before SIR, and 7,71,65,562 were included in the draft roll published on 31 August 2026.
How can I check my name in the Maharashtra voter list?
Search on voters.eci.gov.in using your EPIC number or personal details, check ceoelection.maharashtra.gov.in, use the Voter Helpline App or call 1950.
Which form should I fill if my name is missing?
Fill Form 6 to register or to get your name included. Use Form 8 for corrections or shifting, and Form 7 for objections or deletions.
What is SIR Phase III?
SIR Phase III is the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in 16 states and 3 UTs, announced on 14 May 2026 and covering about 36.73 crore electors.
Why was the Maharashtra SIR deadline extended?
State election officials sought more time, and the revision followed protests over deletions and Supreme Court observations against rigid deadlines.