The draft voter list under SIR has already been published. If you now feel that you need to shift or transfer the address on your voter ID card, you can do so easily through the official Election Commission portal. In this guide, we will explain how to change or transfer your voter ID address online using Form 8, step by step, including document requirements and special cases such as married women.
Official Website to Start the Process
First of all, visit the official website:
Log in using your mobile number and OTP.
Which Form Is Required for Address Transfer or Correction?
For both:
- Voter ID address transfer
- Correction in existing voter details
You must fill Form 8.
Click on “Fill Form 8” to proceed.
Choose Application Type
You will see two options:
- Self
- Other Elector
Select Other Elector, then:
- Enter your EPIC number (Voter ID number)
- Click Submit
Your existing details will appear, including:
- Assembly constituency
- Part number
- Serial number
- Name and personal details
Click OK to continue.
Understanding the Four Options in Form 8
Option 1: Shifting of Residence
Choose this option if:
- You are moving from one village to another
- You are moving within the same district
- You are moving to a different district or assembly constituency
Your name, date of birth, and relative’s name remain the same.
Only your address changes.
Example:
- From Cooch Behar village to another village
- From Cooch Behar to Purulia
👉 Select Shifting of Residence
Option 2: Correction of Entries in Existing Electoral Roll
Choose this option if:
- There is a spelling mistake in your name or village
- Wrong village name printed
- Minor factual errors
Example:
- Actual village name: Bataspur
- Printed village name: Baruipur
👉 Select Correction, not shifting.
Important Rule for Married Women
Married women cannot change everything at once.
Step 1: Address Shift
- First, apply for Shifting of Residence
- Keep maiden surname
- Keep father’s name as relative name
Step 2: Correction
After the shift is approved:
- Fill Form 8 again
- Change:
- Surname
- Relative name (husband’s name)
⚠️ Doing both together in one form is not allowed.
Same Assembly or Different Assembly?
You will be asked:
- Same Assembly Constituency
- Different Assembly Constituency
✔ If different, select Outside Assembly Constituency
✔ Then choose:
- State
- District
- New Assembly Constituency
Click Next.
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Aadhaar and Mobile Number Details
- Enter Aadhaar details (if available)
- Enter mobile number
- If your own number → select Self
- If family member’s number → select Relative
Click Next.
Entering the New Address
- Enter address in English
- It will automatically convert to Bengali
- If spelling is incorrect:
- Use the on-screen Bengali keyboard
- Use Alt and Shift keys to access special characters
Fill in:
- Village
- Post Office
- PIN code
- House number (if any)
- Block / Police Station
- District
Uploading Address Proof (Most Important Part)
What Document Can You Upload?
Since you are moving to a new address, you usually won’t have documents immediately.
Accepted Options:
- Panchayat Residential Certificate (most reliable)
- Land ownership documents (if applicable)
- Passport (rare cases)
- Marriage Certificate (for married women)
⚠️ Aadhaar card is usually NOT accepted as address proof for first-time shifting.
For Married Women
Best practice:
- Upload Marriage Certificate
- Upload Panchayat Residential Certificate
- Use maiden surname
- Use husband’s name as “care of” (C/O)
Upload Instructions
- File format: JPG
- Maximum size: 2 MB
- Select: Any Other Document
- Write document name manually (e.g., Panchayat Residential Certificate)
Click Next.
Declaration and Final Submission
- Enter place name
- Review details
- Refresh and enter captcha
- Click Preview & Submit
If everything is correct:
- Click e-Sign & Submit
- Enter Aadhaar number
- Get OTP on Aadhaar-linked mobile
- Enter OTP and submit
✅ Your Form 8 is successfully submitted.
How to Track Application Status
- Go back to the homepage
- Click Track Application Status
- Enter your reference number
- Submit to view status
Verification Process (Mandatory)
Online submission alone is not enough.
Verification may happen via:
- BLO home visit
- Panchayat office
- BDO office
You must be physically present with:
- Original documents
- Aadhaar and Voter ID names must match
⚠️ If names don’t match, e-Sign will fail.
This is the complete and correct process to shift or transfer your voter ID address online using Form 8. The same rules apply for:
- Married women
- General address shifting
- Inter-district transfers
Always keep original documents ready during verification.
FAQs
Q1. Which form is required to change voter ID address?
Form 8 is required.
Q2. Can Aadhaar card be used as address proof?
Usually No, especially for first-time shifting.
Q3. Can married women change surname and address together?
No, it must be done in two steps.
Q4. How long does verification take?
Depends on BLO availability; usually a few weeks.
Q5. Is physical verification mandatory?
Yes, verification is compulsory.
Q6. Can I track my application online?
Yes, using the reference number on voters.gov.in.
