Election Commission To Launch Digital Voter-ID Cards On Monday
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The e-EPIC initiative would be launched in two phases. (Representational)
The Election Commission of India will formally launch the e-EPIC (Electronic Electoral Photo Identity Card) programme on January 25, the National Voter’s Day.
e-EPIC is a non-editable secure portable document format (PDF) version of the EPIC and will have a secured QR code with image and demographics like serial number, part number, etc. E-EPIC can be downloaded on a mobile or a computer and can be digitally stored. This is in addition to physical IDs being issued for fresh registration.
The e-EPIC initiative would be launched in two phases. In the first phase from January 25 to 31, all new voters who have applied for the voter-ID card and registered their mobile numbers in Form-6 will be able to download the e-EPIC by simply authenticating their mobile number. The mobile numbers should be unique and not be previously registered in the ECI’s electoral rolls.
“The second phase will start from February 1. It will be open for the general voters. All those who have given their mobile numbers (linked one) they can also download their e-EPIC,” ECI official said.
“The delays, losing cards and not been able to get the voter-ID cards is an issue that won’t be there. Moreover, most of the ID cards are moving on the digital platform”, he added.
e-EPIC can be downloaded through the following online links, however, the voter-ID card would also be sent to them: Voter Helpline Mobile app (Android/iOS) https://voterportal.eci.gov.in/ https://nvsp.in/.
The digitalisation of voter-ID card will have a special significance in the upcoming polls in five states – Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
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How can I check voter card status online?
Through the official website of the ECI (Election Commission of India)
Through SMS
Through helpline number
What is a voter ID card?
A voter ID card is a photo identity card issued to the citizens of India by the Election Commission of India.
What is the full form of EPIC?
Electors Photo Identity Card
Is reference ID compulsory for tracking voter ID status?
Yes, it is mandatory to have a reference ID to track the voter ID status. Moreover, if there is any issue the applicant can contact the concerned Booth Level Officer or CEO of their respective state.
Can I check the application status on the official website of the Chief Electoral Officer of my state?
Yes
What is the age for a voter ID card?
All the Indian citizens who have attained the age of 18 years are issued a voter ID card. To get one, you need to apply on the prescribed Form-6 of Election Commission and attach proof of identity, proof of age, Indian nationality, and residence.
What is the difference between Form 8 and Form 8A?
Form 8 is used for application for correction of particulars that you have entered
Form 8A is used for application for transposition of entry from one part of the electoral roll to another part of the electoral roll of a constituency
How can I change my name on the voter ID card online?
You can visit the https://www.nvsp.in/ and fill the Form 8 for making any changes in terms of name, age, photo, EPIC number, date of birth, address, gender, and more.
Can we make voter card online?
The Election Commission of India gives the provision of online voter registration for the citizens of Indian who have attained the age of 18 years. Moreover, citizens can enroll themselves as ‘General Voter’ and fill Form 6 online on https://www.nvsp.in/
The Election Commission of India issues the voter ID card which is authorized by the Government of India. This card acts as identification proof to every citizen of India. The applicant can check the Voter ID status once he/she has applied for the card.Earlier the applicant had to track his/her vote card application status by visiting the election office. This was a very tedious and time taking process to find out whether the Voter ID application was in transit, under process, or canceled. But now, there are various easier ways of tracking the application status. The applicant can now easily track the application status through 3 simple ways that are as follows: