Voter ID Address Change

A voter ID card entitles the possessor to vote in elections and elect officials to govern the country, create laws, and administer the country, state, or municipal government. The Indian Constitution grants the right to vote to all Indian citizens over the age of 18, subject to certain limitations. A voter identification card also functions as an official document for proving one's identity and address. You can use your voter ID card to register and vote in elections, as well as as an identity document when necessary. For these reasons, it is critical to ensure that the information on the ID card is current and accurate. If you've relocated, for example, you should update your voter identification card to reflect your new address. Your name must be added to the electoral roll in the constituency where you now live, and it must be withdrawn from the roll in the preceding constituency.

The Indian Election Commission has made it easier to update your address on your voter ID card. Instead, then filling out multiple applications to add your name, update your address on your voter ID card, and delete your name from your previous constituency, you may now do it all on one form.

How to Transfer my Address in Voter ID card?

Transferring your address in your voter ID card can be done by submitting an application form as well as proof of your current address to the Election Officer in your constituency.

Known as transposing of name from electoral roll, you name will be moved from your old constituency's electoral roll to the new one, retaining all your details. Your address will also be changed and another voter ID card will be issued to you.

This process can be initiated both online as well as offline, making it convenient for all voters who have changed their address to transfer their addresses in their voter ID card.

Step by Step Process to Transferring Address in Voter ID Card(Offline)

Transferring your address in your voter ID card can be done by following the steps given below:

1. Collect a copy of Form 8A, the Application form for Transposition of Entry in Electoral Roll from the nearest electoral office.
2. Fill in the details requested in the form, such as your full name, state or union territory, constituency, address etc.
3. Attach proof of your current residential address, such as a copy of your electricity/telephone bills, bank pass book etc.
4. Submit the form to the electoral office nearest to your place of residence. You will be issued with a reference number, which you can use to track your voter id status.
5. Your application will be verified, and on successful verification, you will be issued with a voter ID card with your updated address printed on it.
6. You will also receive a notification regarding the addition of your name in the electoral roll of the constituency where you currently reside.

 Process to Transfer Address in Voter ID card(Online)

To make it easier for voters to change their addresses on their voter ID cards, the Election Commission of India has also introduced an online application process. To transfer your current address to your voter ID card, kindly follow the instructions given below:

1. Go to the website of the Chief Election Officer for your state or Union Territory and select the "Online Voter Registration" option.
2. Select Form 8A from among the options provided, whereupon an online form will appear in a new tab.
3. Fill in the details as required, such as your name and address, state, constituency, as also your new address.
4. Upload a document that mentions your current address (such as a utility bill, bank pass book, Aadhaar card, or any official document)
5. Once you have filled and uploaded the documents, submit the form online.
6. You will receive a reference number, which you can use to track your application online.
7. Once you have submitted your application, it will be verified by the electoral officers.
8. On successful verification, you will receive your voter ID card with your present address mentioned.

How to change the address on your Voter ID card from one state to another?

1. If you have moved your permanent residence from one assembly constituency to another, you will have to update the new residential address on your Voter ID card.
2. Your name has to be transferred from the electoral roll of your old constituency to the electoral roll of the new one.
3. Otherwise, you will not be able to vote in either of the constituencies. A Voter ID is not only your ticket to casting votes in national and assembly elections but also serves as an identity and address proof.
4. Instead of applying for a new Voter ID in the new assembly constituency, you can just change your address on the Voter ID card.
5. Using Form-8A, you can apply for a change in your permanent address on the election card. You can apply online on the NVSP website or visit the nearest electoral office in your area. You will have to provide proof of the new residential address in the form of electricity or gas bill.

Form for Transfer of Address in Voter ID card

By requesting a transposition of entry in the electoral roll, you can change your address on your voter ID card. This will update your information on your voter ID card as well as the constituency's electoral roll. When submitting this application, you must use Form 8A. The online form can be found on the websites of the Chief Electoral Officers of each state and Union Territory, as well as the Election Commission of India. These websites also have it available for download. The form is also available at all of the country's election offices. You will be requested to submit your name, residence, state or Union Territory, district, and voter ID card number, among other things, when filling out the form. You must also provide proof of your present address, such as a utility bill, a passport, or any other official document.

You have to address this application form to the Electoral Registration Officer of the constituency in which the transposition of entry is to be done.

FAQs on Process to Change Address in Voter ID Card (Form 8A)

1. Who can submit Form 8A?

   Form 8A can be submitted by any individual, whose name is already present in the electoral roll.

2. Where to file Form 8A?

   Form 8A can be filed at selected locations where draft electoral roll is published during the revision period. It can also be filed with the Electoral Registration Officer of the constituency and Assistant Electoral Registration Officer. Draft electoral roll is generally published at the places where the polling stations are located.. When the revision period is not on, then the form can be filed with the Electoral Registration Officer (of the constituency) only.

3. How to fill Form 8A?

   Form 8A has to be filled in the following manner: 

4. How to fill Form 8A?
   • In Part I of the form, write your name, Part No and Serial No of the electoral roll where you are registered. Write your EPIC (Electors Photo Identity Card) Number and fill the other details. 
   • In Part II of the form, write the complete new address (you have to attach proof of address). 
   • In Part III of the form, mention the period for which you have stayed in the new address. 
   • In Part IV of the form, write the Part No. of the electoral roll in which the residents of the area you have shifted to are enrolled. This section is optional and if you do not have the information, you can leave it blank. 
   • Part V of the form has to be filled only if you are applying for someone else's transposition of entry.