New Delhi: In a step towards facilitating faster and more transparent voter services, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday, June 18, announced that Voter ID cards, also known as Electors’ Photo Identity Cards (EPICs), will now be delivered within just 15 days of an electoral roll update. This is a significant improvement over the current system, where delivery can take more than a month.
The move is backed by a tracking system and a revamped digital workflow aimed at convenience and real-time updates for citizens.
How To Apply for a Voter ID Card Online?
Here’s a step-by-step guide for new applicants:
Visit the NVSP Portal: Go to the official National Voters' Services Portal (NVSP).
Sign Up: Click on “Sign-Up” (top right corner) and enter your mobile number, email ID, and captcha code.
Create an Account: Enter your name, set a password, confirm it, and request an OTP.
Verify OTP: Enter the OTP sent to your mobile and email for verification.
Log In: Use your registered mobile number, password, and captcha to log in. Verify with another OTP.
Fill Form 6: Click “Fill Form 6” for new voter registration. Enter personal, relative, contact, and address details.
Upload Documents: Upload required documents and preview the application.
Submit Application: Review carefully and then submit your application.
How To Track Voter ID Application Status Online?
Once your application is submitted, here’s how to track its progress:
1. Visit NVSP Portal and log in using your registered mobile number, password, captcha, and OTP.
2. Navigate to the ‘Track Application Status’ section.
3. Enter your reference number (received after submitting Form 6 or Form 6A).
4. Select your state and click Submit to view the latest status.
What’s New in the Delivery System?
Real-Time Tracking: From generation to doorstep delivery, each step of the EPIC journey is tracked digitally.
SMS Alerts: Voters receive text notifications at each stage for full transparency.
IT-Driven Efficiency: The ECI’s dedicated module, integrated with India Post’s API, streamlines workflow and ensures data security.
