SIR full form: Special Intensive Revision. In simple words, it is a complete re-check of the voter list, house to house, so that every eligible voter is on it and wrong or duplicate names are removed.
SIR in four steps
- Enumeration. The Booth Level Officer (BLO) gives each voter a pre-filled enumeration form. You check it, sign it and return it, or fill it online on voters.eci.gov.in.
- Draft list. A draft voter list is published. Names that were left out are listed separately with the reason.
- Claims and objections. If your name is missing or wrong, you apply in this period: Form 6 to be added, Form 8 to correct details. The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) may send a notice and hold a hearing.
- Final list. The ERO decides every case and the final voter list is published.
Where SIR has been held
SIR started in Bihar in 2025. A second round began on 4 November 2025 in nine states and three union territories, including Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. A third round was announced in May 2026 for 16 more states and three union territories, including Delhi, Punjab, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Telangana.
In November 2026 SIR is still going on in several states, including Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Nagaland. Under the Election Commission's revised schedule of 29 October 2026, the final voter lists of the other five are due on 30 November 2026, and Delhi's on 22 December 2026.
Dates are different in every state. Always check the website of your state's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) for the current schedule.
Which documents are accepted
During SIR the Election Commission accepts any one document from a published list, such as a birth certificate, passport, matriculation certificate or a government identity card. Aadhaar is accepted as proof of identity, not as proof of citizenship. See the full SIR document checklist.
What you should do now
- Check your name in the current voter list.
- Make sure your name and date of birth are the same on your voter ID and Aadhaar. Our free mismatch check compares them.
- If your name is missing, act before the deadline.
Frequently asked questions
What is the full form of SIR?
Special Intensive Revision of the electoral roll, that is, the voter list.
Will my name be removed in SIR?
Only if the officer decides you are not eligible at that address, for example a voter who has moved, has died or is listed twice. Names left out of the draft list are published separately with the reason, and you can apply with Form 6 during the claims period.
How do I know if my name is in the SIR list?
Search on electoralsearch.eci.gov.in with your EPIC number, your details or your mobile number. See how to check your name.
Want us to do it with you?
Send your details on WhatsApp. Our team checks your voter record and tells you exactly what to do next.
Sources
- Outlook India: ECI revises SIR timelines in Delhi, Maharashtra and four other states (30 October 2026)
- Election Commission of India, official website
- DD News: Special Intensive Revision Phase II begins across 9 states and 3 union territories (November 2025)
- Akashvani News: ECI announces SIR Phase III across 16 states and three UTs (14 May 2026)
- Chief Electoral Officer, Delhi: SIR 2026 frequently asked questions (PDF)
SIR Mitra is a private help service, not the Election Commission of India. Rules and dates can change, so always confirm on eci.gov.in or with your Booth Level Officer.