Download Voter ID Card

Voter ID Card, which is also known as Election Card is an identity card issued by the government. It can be downloaded online and submitted at the polling station to cast their vote.   

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How to Download a Voter ID Card?

If you are a registered voter, then you can download your Voter ID card online through modes, such as official Voter Services portal, DigiLocker, and even via Voter helpline app. Eligible individuals who are Indian citizen having a permanent address and are 18 years of age can apply for Voter ID card.

What is a Voter ID Card?

Voter ID, also known as EPIC (Election Photo Identity Card), is a government-issued photo ID provided by the Election Commission of India to eligible Indian voters. It acts as proof of identity, helps prevent electoral fraud, and ensures fair elections. Indian citizens of age 18 years or above are eligible to apply for Voter ID which is also referred to as an election card or voter's card, it is widely accepted as valid personal ID in India. 

The card includes:

  1. EPIC number (serial number) 
  1. Cardholder’s photo 
  1. State/national hologram 
  1. Name, father’s name, gender, and date of birth 
  1. Rear side: residential address and signature of the Electoral Registration Officer

How to Download Voter ID Card Online?

Follow the steps mentioned below to download your voter ID card online:

  1. Visit the National Voters' Services Portal (NVSP)
  1. Click ‘Login’. 
  1. Enter the mobile number, password, and captcha code. 
  1. Enter the OTP (One Time Password) to login. 
  1. Click on the ‘E-EPIC Download’ tab. 
  1. Select the ‘EPIC No’ or ‘Form Reference no.’ option. 
  1. Enter EPIC number or Form Reference Number and select state. 
  1. Click ‘Search’.   
  1. The Voter ID details will be displayed on the screen.  
  1. Enter OTP and click on ‘Verify’. 
  1. Click the ‘Download e-EPIC’ to download your Voter ID card. 

Note: 

  1. EPIC number is the voter ID number available in the acknowledgement received after submitting Form 6. 
  1. OTP will not be received unless the mobile number is registered which can be updated by filling out Form 8. 

Here are the steps to update your mobile number to download your Voter ID card:

  1. Visit the Voter Services Portal
  1. Click ‘Login’, enter your mobile number, password, and captcha, then click ‘Request OTP’. 
  1. Enter the OTP received and click ‘Verify & Login’. 
  1. Under the tab ‘Shifting of residence/correction of entries...’, click ‘Fill Form 8’. 
  1. Select ‘Self’ as the applicant and click ‘Submit’. 
  1. Your Voter ID details will appear.  
  1. Click ‘OK’. 
  1. Choose ‘Correction of Entries in Existing Electoral Roll’. 
  1. Click ‘OK’. 
  1. Your state, district, and constituency details will be auto-fill.  
  1. Click ‘Next’. 
  1. Under the ‘Details’ section, select ‘Self’, enter your new mobile number, and click ‘Next’. 
  1. In the correction section, choose ‘Mobile Number’, enter the number again, verify via OTP, and click ‘Next’. 
  1. Complete the declaration, enter the captcha, and click ‘Preview and Submit’. 
  1. Review your details and click ‘Submit’. 
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How to Register for Downloading e-EPIC Card Online?

Given below are the steps you will have to follow to register yourself so that you can download Voter ID Card online: 

Step 1:  Click on the https://voters.eci.gov.in/

Step 2:  Click on ‘e-EPIC Download’ option. 

Step 3:  Click on ‘Register as a new user’. 

Step4:  In the next step, enter your mobile number and captcha for verification purposes and click on ‘Send OTP’.  An OTP will be sent to your mobile number.  

Step 5: Once you enter the OTP, provide relevant details such as your name, email ID, and password. Confirm the password by entering it again in the box given.

Step 6:  Enter your 10-digit EPIC number which you can find on your voter ID card and then register yourself. Once the registration process is successful, you can then enter your username and password to log in and download your Voter ID online. 

How to Download Voter ID in Digilocker?

Voter ID card holders can download their card from DigiLocker after storing it in the app in PDF format.

  1. First download the e-EPIC card from Voter Services portal.
  1. You can also download it from the Voter Helpline app. 
  1. Upload the PDF format of e-EPIC card on DigiLocker to access it whenever required.

How To Download Voter ID from the Voter Helpline App?

The steps to download Voter ID card from the Voter helpline app are mentioned below:

  1. Download the Voter Helpline App from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. 
  1. Open the app and tap on ‘Personal Vault’. 
  1. Select the ‘Login’ option. 
  1. Enter your mobile number, password, and OTP. 
  1. Tap on ‘Login’ option. 
  1. Once logged in, your e-EPIC card details will appear.  
  1. Tap ‘Download’ to save the card.
  2. The e-EPIC card will be downloaded to your mobile device.

FAQs on How to Download Voter ID Card Online

  • What should I do if I lost my voter ID card?

    You can register on the voter portal or visit the nearest electoral office to apply for a duplicate EPIC card by submitting dully filed Form EPIC-002 along with necessary documents.

  • How do I link my Aadhaar card to my voter ID card?

    There is currently no provision to link an Aadhaar card to a voter ID card.

  • Can voter ID card be downloaded online?

    Yes, voter ID can be downloaded from the NVSP website.

  • I have applied for a voter ID. How can I track the status of my application?

    Visit the National Voters’ Service Portal and then from the options click on ‘Track Application Status’. In the next step, select state and enter your reference number and click on ‘Track Status’. You will be able to know the status of your application. 

  • What are the requirements for downloading the Voter ID card online?

    To download your Voter ID card online, you need to have your EPIC number or application reference number and keep your mobile number updated on the Voter Services Portal using Form 8. 

  • How often can I download my Voter ID card?

    You can download the Voter ID card as many times as you want as there is no limit to downloading the Voter ID card. 

  • What are alternative methods to download a Voter ID card?

    The alternative method to downloading a Voter ID card from the Voter Services Portal is the Voter Helpline App on your mobile phone. 

  • What should I do if I am facing issues downloading my Voter ID card online?

    If you are facing issues in downloading your Voter ID card online, then you can sign up on the ECI National Grievances Services website and register a complaint. You can also write your grievances to complaints@eci.gov.in. 

  • Can I download the electoral roll?

    To download the electoral roll, visit the NVSP (National Voter Service Portal) website. Select your state, district, constituency, language, and enter the captcha. Then, click the arrow under ‘Final Roll’ next to your part details to download.

  • Can I contact the NSVP customer care service in case of any query?

    Yes, you can call the NSVP customer care toll-free number 1950 in order to get your queries resolved.  

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