Duplicate Voter ID Card

Voter ID is the most important document which is issued by the government to its citizens. It allows the owner to participate and also vote during elections so that people can select their representative in this democratic setup. After the government has issued your voter's ID, you can use the ID card throughout your lifetime to participate in elections. If the card is lost or misplaced, you can apply for a duplicate Voter ID card.

How to Apply for Duplicate Voter ID?

Applying for duplicate voter ID is a quick and easy process. The applicants can apply for a duplicate voter ID card in the following situations:

• Theft

• When the card is misplaced or stolen

• When the card is unusable

The applicant is required to submit an application form along with the supporting documents to the Electoral Officer who can issue the voter's ID after the information has been verified.

How to Obtain a Duplicate Voter ID?

Here are the steps to obtain a new Voter ID card:

• Visit the electoral office

• Collect the copy of form EPIC-002, which is the application for duplicate voter ID

• Fill up the form with relevant details such as name, address, voter ID, etc.

• Attach the supporting documents

• Submit the form in the electoral office

• After submission, you will be receiving a reference number that can be used to track your application status

• Electoral Officer verifies the application

• If the verification is successful, then a duplicate voter ID card will be issued to you

• The electoral office will notify you and on successful verification, you will be issued a duplicate voter ID

How to Apply for Duplicate Voter ID Card?

Applying for a duplicate voter ID was a long process previously but now it is a lot easier to apply for another voter ID card. Instead of visiting the electoral office multiple times, you can take a print out of the application and submit it in the electoral office.

The Election Commission of India has introduced an online application procedure for all the states and union territories in the country. Now you can easily apply for a duplicate voter ID from the convenience of your home.

How to Apply Online for a Duplicate Voter ID Card?

• Download form EPIC 002 from your state's Chief Electoral Officer's website

• Fill up the form and attach all the documents such as address proof, identity and the copy of FIR

• Submit the form to the local electoral office

• Reference number will be issued to you

• You can track your application status through this reference number from your state election office website

• The electoral office will verify the form

• After the successful verification, you will be notified and you can collect your duplicate voter ID from the electoral office

Form for Duplicate Voter ID

The form that is required to be submitted by the individual for issuing a duplicate voter ID is Form EPIC-002. It is available on the Chief Electoral Officer's website for each state and it is also available in the electoral offices.

Specific details have to be provided while applying for the duplicate voter ID card like the name of the state or union territory, full name, address, date of birth and the reason why you are applying for a duplicate card. A copy of the FIR must be attached along with the identity and address proof.

Duplicate Voter ID Card FAQ

For what reasons can I apply for duplicate voter ID card?

You can apply for a duplicate voter ID card for the following reasons

• Misplaced voter ID card

• Theft of voter ID card

• If the card gets mutilated or torn

Which documents am I required to submit while applying for a duplicate voter ID?

The  documents that must be submitted while applying for a duplicate voter ID card are:

• FIR (First Information Report) registered at the time of loss of the voter card Form EPIC-002, filled in and signed.

• Proof of address.

• Proof of identity.

• Passport size photographs.

How can I apply for a duplicate voter ID card?

The application for a voter ID card online on the website of the Chief Electoral Officer or it can be availed from the electoral office.

Can I apply for the duplicate voter ID online?

You can apply for a duplicate voter ID through the Chief Electoral Officer's website of your state.