Voter ID Home Delivery: There is significant news for those in Uttar Pradesh awaiting their Voter ID cards. Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa has provided a major update on this matter. He stated that Voter ID cards for individuals who registered before July 28—including those that were previously pending—have been received and will be distributed very soon.
For those added to the electoral roll after July 28, the cards will be delivered by December 31, 2026. The Election Office has set a target to ensure that, moving forward, Voter ID cards are delivered within 15 days of an individual’s name being added to the electoral roll.
Voter ID cards to be delivered via Speed Post
According to the Chief Electoral Officer, voter ID cards (EPICs) in Uttar Pradesh will be delivered through the postal service. If any error is found in the provided address, the card will be returned to the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), who may then hand it over to the Booth Level Officer (BLO) for further action.
What is the reason for the delay?
The Election Office has explained that several factors contributed to the delay in the issuance of Voter ID cards. The explanation includes an extensive verification process (Special Summary Revision) that took place between October 27, 2025, and April 10, 2026—a period during which more than 9 million (90 lakh) names were added to the electoral rolls. Additionally, there were delays in the tendering process for printing the cards.
All pending cards are to be dispatched by December 31
According to reports, the list of voter ID cards has been finalised, with a target to complete distribution by December 31. The Chief Electoral Officer has expressed regret for the 377-day delay and has assured citizens that they will not face any further inconvenience. The objective is to ensure that, henceforth, Voter ID cards are delivered within 15 days.