How to apply for a Voter’s ID online? Find here

By
Surakshya Acharya
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Applying for voter's id online

I still remember the long wait I had to go through, standing in line for over an hour to get my voter’s ID back in 2079 B.S. Thankfully, things have changed, and now you can apply for a Voter’s ID from the comfort of your home. How? Let me walk you through the ways to apply for a voter’s ID online.

Steps to apply for a voter’s ID online

The process for applying for an online voter ID is managed by the Election Commission of Nepal (“Nirbachan Aayog, Nepal”). Here’s how you can apply:

Before you start, keep in mind that you’ll still need to visit the Election Commission office in person to have your photo, fingerprints, or biometrics taken. Additionally, you will need to bring the following documents with you:

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  • A form with the 9-digit application number, that is generated after entering your personal details online.
  • Your citizenship certificate and a copy.
  • A migration certificate and a copy (if your permanent address is different).
  • A marriage registration certificate and a copy (for married women).

Note: You must fill out the application details in Nepali. If you need help with this, you can open a new “Unicode” tab and translate the words you need. Moreover, you can also fill up the form from your smartphone using Hamro Nepali Keyboard which is a lot easier way.

Login and registration

  • Visit the Voter ID application portal at election.gov.np.
  • You will see five different categories. Select the second option: Online Pre-Enrollment (Matadaata Namawali Pre-registration ra Adhyabadhik).
  • Click on New Registration.
  • Enter your mobile number and the OTP (One-Time Password) sent to your phone.
  • On the next page, select the “Naya Darta“ option. You will be presented with a set of instructions. Please review these carefully before proceeding.

After completing these steps, you will be redirected to the application portal, where you can continue your Voter’s ID application.

Application process

  • Fill out basic details: Enter information such as your province, district, metropolitan area, ward number, and constituency.
  • Personal information: You will be prompted to enter additional personal details on the next cateogry.
  • Citizenship details: In the third section, enter your citizenship information, including your National ID number (NID).
  • Final information: Continue filling out all required fields.
  • Final form: Once you’ve completed the form, you will be able to download and print the final application form (third image below). Take this printed form along with you to the Election Commission office and get your voter’s ID.

Conclusion on applying for a voter’s ID online

When you first hear the term “online,” you might think that the entire process can be completed sitting in a single place which is not entirely true. You will have to visit the Election Commission for the final output. While filling out the form online is certainly more convenient and saves time compared to waiting in long lines, it would be even more efficient if we didn’t need to visit the office for biometrics and photos. However, the online application process is a significant improvement, making it much easier to apply for your voter’s ID.