When Do You Need Voter ID Correction?

• Name: — spelling mistake or name change after marriage

• Father's / Mother's / Husband's Name: — incorrect or misspelt

• Date of Birth: — wrong year, month, or date

• Gender: — incorrectly recorded

Step 3: Select What You Want to Correct

• Name (English and regional language)

• Relative's name (father / mother / husband)

• Address (within the same constituency)

What Happens After Filing Form 8A?

• A BLO (Booth Level Officer) may visit your new address for physical verification

• Once verified, your name is added to the new constituency's electoral roll

• Your old registration is removed to avoid duplicate entries

• You will receive a new EPIC card with the updated constituency details

By Contacting the BLO

• You can also contact your local Booth Level Officer (BLO) for updates

• Find BLO details on the NVSP portal under "Know Your BLO"

• Call the Voter Helpline: 1950 (toll-free) for assistance

6. What is the difference between Form 8 and Form 8A?

• Form 8: — For correcting details (name, DOB, photo, address within same constituency)

• Form 8A: — For shifting voter registration to a **new constituency** when you move to a different area

You May Also Need

• Aadhaar Name Correction

• PAN Card Correction

• DigiLocker Guide

Read the Full Guide

Step-by-step guide to correct your Voter ID (EPIC) details online using Form 8 on the NVSP portal. Fix name, address, ph

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