West Bengal SIR 2026 Final Voter List: West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 has culminated in the publication of the final yet incomplete electoral roll, listing 7.08 crore voters ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. The roll, released following Supreme Court directions, reflects a reduction from 7.66 crore electors in the 2025 list after 58 lakh deletions.
Around 60 lakh voters remain under judicial review and have been marked “Under Adjudication.” Supplementary rolls will be issued in phases as scrutiny continues. The statewide exercise, the first since 2002, has triggered political debate and administrative mobilisation across the state.
West Bengal SIR 2026 Final Electoral Roll: Key Verified Figures and Highlights
- Final electorate: 7.08 crore voters
- Earlier 2025 rolls: 7.66 crore voters
- 58 lakh deletions (death, migration, duplication, untraceable)
- Around 60 lakh under adjudication
- 1.67 crore electors covered in hearings
- 1.51 crore formally called for hearings
- 32 lakh unable to link to 2002 rolls
- 1.19 crore received discrepancy notices
- 32 lakh unable to link to 2002 rolls
- 1.36 crore flagged for logical discrepancies
- 31 lakh unmapped cases
- 4.98 lakh failed to appear for hearings
- 1.63 lakh identified as fake
- Exercise began on November 4
- Process ran for 116 days
- First statewide intensive revision since 2002
Supreme Court Orders Publication of Incomplete Final Roll
The final electoral roll was published in compliance with the Supreme Court’s direction to release the list even if verification in certain cases remained pending.
As a result, the roll is considered “final yet incomplete.” Voters whose cases are still under scrutiny have been included but marked “Under Adjudication.” Their final status will be reflected in supplementary lists.
Judicial officers were engaged to review disputed entries. To monitor progress, the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court held a virtual meeting with judicial officers and urged expedited scrutiny.
Supplementary lists will continue to be issued in phases as adjudication concludes.
Phased Publication and Technical Deployment
The Election Commission began phased publication of the rolls, with hard copies displayed in select districts, including Bankura, before full online access became available.
West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal stated that:
- Printing of rolls began in full swing and continued overnight
- The list would be uploaded online by afternoon
- Multiple servers were deployed to prevent website crashes
- Eight recognised political parties would receive soft copies
- Two hard copies per district would be given to District Election Officers
Hard copies are being sent to District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Officer and Block Development Officer offices for offline verification.
It was clarified that there is no legal provision to display the full list at polling booths and Booth Level Officers will not be provided hard copies.
Ahead of publication and Dol Yatra/Holi, the state administration directed police to remain on high alert.
How the SIR Process Reshaped the Voter Database
The draft rolls released on December 16 showed the electorate shrinking from 7.66 crore to 7.08 crore after deletion of over 58 lakh names.
The verification involved:
- Door-to-door enumeration form collection
- Digitisation of data
- Matching entries with the 2002 benchmark roll
- Physical verification of unmatched entries
- Hearings conducted for 1.67 crore electors
Election Commission sources indicated that more than 1.35 lakh names may have been removed in Bankura district alone.
Newly enrolled voters will appear in separate supplementary lists.
Categories in the Final Electoral Roll
The final roll divides voters into three categories:
Approved – Verification completed successfully
Deleted – Names removed after scrutiny
Under Adjudication – Cases pending judicial review
Approximately 5.57 crore voters who were not called for hearings have been placed in the approved category. The figure may increase depending on how many hearing cases are cleared.
How to Check Your Name in West Bengal Voter List 2026
Voters can verify their status through:
Online:
- Election Commission website
- CEO West Bengal website
- ECINET app
- Voter Helpline App
Offline:
- District Magistrate offices
- Sub-Divisional Officer offices
- Block Development Officer offices
Voters can search using EPIC number or personal details and check whether they are listed as Approved, Deleted or Under Adjudication.
What If Your Name Is Deleted?
Voters marked as Deleted may:
- File an appeal before the District Election Officer
- Appeal before the Chief Electoral Officer if dissatisfied
- Submit Form 6 for fresh inclusion
- Submit Form 8 for corrections or shifting
Names can be included in the rolls until the last date of filing nominations for the Assembly elections.
Political Reactions Intensify
The SIR exercise has become a major political issue.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed concern over large-scale deletions and suggested that more than one crore names may have been removed. The Trinamool Congress described the exercise as similar to NRC-style verification.
The Bharatiya Janata Party supported the revision, stating it was necessary to remove alleged infiltrators and ensure electoral integrity. State BJP president Samik Bhattacharya said the party would examine the final list.
The CPI(M) and Congress also raised concerns over the timing and implementation of the process.
The Election Commission has maintained that the SIR is a routine statutory clean-up to ensure accuracy.
Spiritual Perspective on True Justice: Teachings of Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj
The publication of the West Bengal SIR 2026 voter list highlights citizens’ democratic responsibility. Beyond electoral participation, Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj teaches that true justice begins with spiritual awareness and moral conduct.
According to his unique knowledge based on holy scriptures, social harmony and fairness grow when individuals follow genuine devotion and righteous living. As voters prepare for elections, this spiritual perspective reminds society that lasting justice depends not only on systems, but on enlightened individuals guided by true knowledge.
A Critical Electoral Milestone Before 2026 Assembly Polls
The publication of the West Bengal SIR 2026 final voter list marks a decisive administrative step ahead of the Assembly elections. With 7.08 crore electors listed and around 60 lakh under adjudication, the process remains ongoing through supplementary rolls and judicial review. What began as a statutory revision has evolved into a defining political moment.
As scrutiny continues and appeals remain open until nomination deadlines, the accuracy of the electoral roll will directly shape participation in the upcoming polls. Voters are advised to verify their status without delay to safeguard their right to vote.
FAQs on West Bengal SIR 2026 Final Electoral Roll
1. When was the West Bengal SIR 2026 final voter list published?
The final yet incomplete West Bengal SIR 2026 electoral roll was published on February 28, following Supreme Court directions, ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
2. How many voters are included in the West Bengal SIR 2026 final roll?
The revised electoral roll lists 7.08 crore voters, reduced from 7.66 crore after deletion of 58 lakh names during the Special Intensive Revision process.
3. What does “Under Adjudication” mean in the West Bengal voter list 2026?
“Under Adjudication” means the voter’s documents are under judicial review. Their final inclusion will be decided through supplementary electoral rolls issued in phases.
4. How can I check my name in the West Bengal voter list 2026?
You can check your status on voters.eci.gov.in, ceowestbengal.wb.gov.in, the ECINET app, or visit BDO, SDO, or DM offices with your EPIC number.
5. What should I do if my name is deleted from the West Bengal SIR 2026 voter list?
If marked “Deleted,” file an appeal before the District Election Officer or CEO, and submit Form 6 or Form 8 before the nomination deadline.
