Voter Education: How to cast your vote without a voter ID

First Published Mar 29, 2024, 10:52 AM IST

Lok Sabha election 2024 are scheduled from April 19 to June 1. As the election dates are approaching, you must be curious about the various processes associated with voting.

One of the queries must be if you can cast your vote using a voter slip if you have lost your EPIC card. Is having a voter card necessary for voting? Let’s read further and find out about the rules regarding this.

If you have lost your voter card or can’t find it on the election day, you can still visit the polling station to cast your vote. For this, you will need to carry your voter slip with you along with a valid identity card.

Remember to carry one of the following documents like Aadhaar card, driving license, MNREGA card, PAN card, passport, and ration cards along with your voter slip to cast your vote.

If your name is listed in the voter list, then you have to right to cast your vote at the respective polling station.

If you have lost your voter ID, file an FIR and deposit a copy at the nearest Police Station. For getting a new EPIC card, deposit an amount of Rs 10.

Also read: Here's how you can check your name in the voter list online

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