The Indian government has initiated the Digital Campaign since 2015. Under this campaign, the government provides various governmental documents and services in digital form to the citizens. The National Voter Services Portal of the Election Commission of India and the Voter Helpline app are part of these initiatives. Through this app, you can apply for voter identification cards. In today’s article, we provide you with standardized information on how to prepare a new voter ID card using your Aadhaar card. Voter identification is necessary for voting.
All citizens of India who have completed 18 years of age can apply for a voter ID card. For this facility, the Election Commission of India has started the “Voter Helpline” app. Through this app, all eligible citizens can apply for a voter ID card.
Those who have not yet registered for a voter ID card can apply for one through the official app of the Election Commission of India. There is no need to visit any government office to register for a voter identification card.
If you only have an Aadhaar card and have turned 18 years old, you can apply for a voter ID card online in just a few minutes through the Voter Helpline app. This will save you time and money.
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How to Apply For Voter Card With App
To understand how to prepare a new voter ID card online with the help of the app, follow the simple steps provided below.
Step 1: First of all, you need to go to your Google Play Store and install the “Voter Helpline” app.
Step 2: Once the app is installed, open it. Now, you will see the Disclaimer information in front of you. Tick the box next to “I Agree” and click on the Next button.
Step 3: Now, you need to select the language of the app. We’re selecting English here.
Step 4: Now, on the new page, you need to click on the Voter Registration button.
Step 5: A list of various forms will appear in front of you. Click on New Voter Registration (Form 6). This form is used to create a new voter ID card.
Step 6: Click on the Let’s Start button.
Step 7: Now, on the new page, you need to enter your mobile number and click on the Send OTP button. After receiving the OTP, enter it in the provided box and then click on the Verify OTP button.
Step 8: On the new page, you will see two options:
Yes, I am applying for the first time
No, I already have a voter ID
You need to select the first option. Then, click on the Next button below.
Step 9: Now, you need to select your state, district, and assembly constituency. Then, you need to enter your Aadhaar card number.
Step 10: Now, scroll down a bit, select your date of birth from the calendar, and below that, you need to upload a document as proof of your birth. You can upload documents like PAN card, Aadhaar card, birth certificate, etc. However, in this article, we are using the Aadhaar card.
But remember, you need to self-attest the document, which means you need to take a photocopy/color print of the document, sign it, and then upload the scanned/mobile photo of the document. Once the document is successfully uploaded, you will see a Preview section. Click on the Next button after that.
Step 11: Now, you need to upload your photo, which will be printed on the voter ID card. The size of this photo should not exceed 200 KB.
Then, scroll down and select your gender. After that, you need to provide your personal information such as name, surname. But keep in mind that the name should be exactly as it appears on the Aadhaar card. Once you type your name in English, it will automatically be typed in Marathi. Check the spelling of the name in Marathi and if needed, correct it. Then, enter your mobile number, email. If you have any disabilities, select them. Finally, click on the Next button.
Step 12: Now, you need to provide the information of a person close to you who already has a voter ID card. In the Relation Type, select the relation you have with that person.
Then, enter the EPIC number of that person. EPIC number means the voter ID number of that person. It’s not compulsory to enter the EPIC number, but it’s recommended. Then, you need to provide the personal information of that person in English and Marathi. Once done, click on the Next button.
Step 13: Now, you need to provide your complete address. Select Aadhaar card in the Select Address Proof option. Then, upload your Aadhaar card.
But remember, you need to self-attest the document, which means you need to take a photocopy/color print of the document, sign it, and then upload the scanned/mobile photo of the document. Once the document is successfully uploaded, you will see a Preview section. Click on the Next button after that.
Step 14: Now, it’s the Declaration part. Now, you need to select the state, district, and village where you have been living for some time. Then, select the year/month when you started residing at the given address. Then, enter your name and current address and click on the Done button.
Now, the information you’ve filled will be displayed to you. You need to check it thoroughly within the next 5 minutes. Then, click on the Confirm button. Note that once you click on the Confirm button, you won’t be able to make any changes to the form.
Step 15: Once the form is submitted, you will be given a Reference ID here. You need to save it. Because you will need this Reference ID later to check the status (i.e., to check how far the process of creating your voter ID card has reached, and to check if there are any problems in the form).
Step 16: Now, you can check the status of your voter ID card by clicking on the Explore button in the upper-right corner of your screen. Then, click on the Status Of Application option.
Step 17: Now, you can check the status of your voter ID card by entering your Reference ID. This way, you can apply for a new Voter ID card online. Once applied, within 15 to 30 days, your documents will be verified, and you will receive a message on your mobile. Then, you can download the digital copy of your card from the dashboard. And the offline card will be sent to your address within 3 to 6 months.
