Among its many uses, a voter ID card serves as an important official document that may be used to verify your identity, address, date of birth, and more. You can also cast a ballot in national elections using this card. Obtaining a voter card is mandatory for all Indian citizens who are above the age of 18.
But since your voter card is an official document, you must also update it if you just moved. This applies to both your permanent address and voter card. For information on changing your voter ID address, scroll below.
How to Apply for Correction of Voter ID in Case of House Change?
The following are the actions you must take to alter your voter ID address online:
- Step 1: Access the official National Voters Services Portal by logging in.
- Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Correction of Entries in Existing Electoral Roll/Shifting of Residence’ section located on the home page.
- Step 3: Press the “Form 8” icon. The necessary information will need to be entered on a new page that will be displayed to you.
- Step 4: Choose “Self” from the menu and press “Submit.”
- Step 5: Choose “Shifting of Residence” from the menu. After that, choose “Within Assembly Constituency” or “Outside Assembly Constituency,” then press “OK.”
- Step 6: Click “Next” after selecting your “State, District, and Assembly/Parliamentary Constituency.”
- Step 7: Enter your email address, mobile number, and Aadhaar number before selecting “Next.”
- Step 8: Enter the new address along with any supporting documentation that is needed.
- Step 9: Click “Next” after uploading the supplementary document.
- Step 10: Complete the declaration, type the captcha, and press “Submit.”
Documents Required
If you would want to modify your address, you can upload any of the following papers as proof of residency:
- Aadhaar card Utility bills (such as gas, electricity, or water bills) that are less than a year old
- Land-owning records of the Revenue Department, including Kisan Bahi; current passbook of a bank or post office; Indian passport
- Rent lease deed registered (if tenant)
- Registered sale deed (if it’s for a home you own)
How to Change Address on Voter ID Offline?
To update the address using the Voter ID Card offline method, simply follow the instructions below.
- It will be necessary for the individual to update the address to complete Form 8A.
- Here is the link to download a soft copy of the Form 8A.
- After saving the form, print it out on white paper.
- The Transposition of Entry form is intended for use at the closest electoral office.
- The individual is required to fill out Form 8 A with accurate information, including their name, PIN code, state, district, and new address.
- The completed Form 8A should be sent with the address evidence of the new address attached.
- Locate the electoral office that is closest to the new address, then mail the form and the necessary paperwork there.
- The information on Form 8A and the new address will be checked by the Electoral Office.
- You will receive a new Voter ID card with the updated address after the verification is complete.
- Your name has been added to a new constituency, and that person will receive a message.
Form for Transfer of Address in Voter ID
If you wish to update the address on your voter ID card, you must complete Form 8. Your address will be successfully updated as soon as the form is completed correctly, including all relevant fields and the required paperwork is attached.
How to Track the Application Status?
The easy methods listed below can be used to check the progress of an online voter ID card address change:
- Step 1: Access the official National Voters Services Portal by logging in.
- Select “Track Application Status” in step two.
- Step 3: Choose the “State,” enter the reference number, and hit “Submit.”
- Your request application’s processing status will be shown on the screen.
If your domicile has moved, you must update the address on your voter ID card. You may quickly update the address on your voter ID by following the instructions on this page. You can vote in your constituency once more if your address has been updated on the Voter ID.
Conclusion:
The Indian government has made it easy to change the address on another ID card because voting is an essential function of the government. The government wants to give the applicants their updated voter IDs as soon as possible. If an individual applies offline or online, they must adhere to the prescribed procedures outlined in Form 8A. Form 8A will be turned in to the electoral office in both ways, together with the documentation proving it. A person can message us below if they are unsure about how to submit a request to update their address on their voter ID card, and we will be happy to assist you.
FAQ:
Q. Can I use my Aadhar card to prove that I live where I am when changing my voter ID address?
Ans. In India, it is possible to modify your voter ID address online using your Aadhaar card.
Q. How can I change my voter ID card’s address?
Ans. You would want to update the address on your voter ID card and go to the Voters Service Portal website.
Q. How can I amend the date of my birth on my voter ID?
Ans. To update any of the information on your voter card, including your name, address, photo, or other details, you must complete Form 8.
Q. Can I get my EPIC card online for download?
Ans. You can store the EPIC Card using the Voters’ Service Portal.