The Voter ID, or Voter Card or Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) is a very important document to have in the largest democracy of the world. One of the fundamental rights guaranteed by democracy is the right to vote. This right can be exercised through the Voter ID.
Voter ID, also known as EPIC (Election Photo Identity Card) is a photo identity card issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to all Indian citizens eligible to vote. The purpose of voter ID is to serve as identity proof for voters, increase efficiency and prevent impersonation and fraud during free and fair democratic elections. This card is also commonly known as an election card, voter’s card, or Voter ID card.
Structure of Voter ID
A voter ID card is an accepted form of personal identification in India as it is issued by a government body. The voter ID consists of the following details:
- A unique Serial number (EPIC Number)
- Photograph of the cardholder
- A hologram containing the respective state/national symbol
- Name of cardholder
- Father’s Name of cardholder
- Gender of cardholder
- Card holder’s Date of Birth
The card holder’s residential address and signature of the issuing authority (Electoral registration officer) are on the rear side of the voter ID card.
Documents Required For Voter ID Card
- Proof of identity
- Proof of address
- Proof of date of birth
- Photograph
How to Apply for Voter ID Card Online?
Step 1: Visit the National Voters’ Services Portal (NVSP).
Step 2: Click on the ‘Sign-Up’ option available on the top right corner of the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your mobile number, email ID and captcha code and click ‘Continue’.
Step 4: Enter your ‘First Name’, ‘Last Name’, ‘Password’, ‘Confirm Password’, and click the ‘Request OTP’ button.
Step 5: Enter the OTP sent to your mobile number and email ID and click ‘Verify’.
Step 6: Log in to the Voters’ Services portal by clicking the ‘Login’ button, entering your mobile number, password, and captcha and clicking the ‘Request OTP’ button.
Step 7: Enter the OTP sent to your mobile number and click the ‘Verify & Login’ button.
Step 8: Click the ‘Fill Form 6’ button under the ‘New registration for general electors’ tab.
Step 9: Enter all the details on Form 6, which includes personal details, relatives details, contact details, Aadhaar details, date of birth, address, and declaration. Upload the required documents in the given sections and click the ‘Preview and Submit’ button.
Step 10: Check if the entered details are correct and click ‘Submit’.
FAQs
Voter ID Card Eligibility?
- An Indian citizen
- Must be aged 18 years or above
- Must have a permanent address
How to Apply for Voter ID Card Semi-Online?
Step 1: Visit the National Voters’ Service Portal (NVSP).
Step 2: Click on the ‘Download’ option under the ‘New registration for general electors’ tab.
Step 3: Form 6 will be downloaded. Take a print out of Form 6.
Step 4: Fill in the Form 6 with the required details.
Step 5: Submit the completed Form 6 along with a photo and supporting documents at an Election Office near you.
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