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Election Commission of India begins second phase of special intensive vetting in 12 states, releases list of documents for voter verification.
The Election Commission of India on Monday announced the launch of the second phase of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 12 states and union territories.
As part of the ongoing exercise, the Commission also released a list of indicative (not exhaustive) documents acceptable for voter verification. These include:
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Identity card or pension payment order issued to regular employees/pensioners of Central or State Governments or PSUs
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Any identity card, certificate or document issued by the Government, local authorities, banks, post offices, LPG agencies or PSUs in India before July 1, 1987
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Birth certificate issued by competent authority
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Passport
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Matriculation or Educational Certificate from a recognized Board or University
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Permanent residence certificate issued by the competent state authority
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forest rights certificate
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OBC/SC/ST or any caste certificate issued by competent authority
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National Register of Citizens (where applicable)
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Family register prepared by state or local authorities
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Any land or house allotment certificate issued by the government
The Commission further said that for Aadhaar, instructions issued vide letter No. 23/2025-ERS/Vol.III dated September 9, 2025 will be applicable.