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Election Commission Announces Assembly Election Schedule for 5 States and Puducherry

EC announces elections for 5 states + Puducherry; polls April 9-29, counting May 4, 2026.

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  • The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry.
  • Polling dates are April 9 (Assam, Kerala, Puducherry), April 23 (Tamil Nadu, West Bengal Phase 1), and April 29 (West Bengal Phase 2).
  • Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, 2026.
  • West Bengal elections will be held in two phases.

The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry. Polling dates are April 9 (Assam, Kerala, Puducherry), April 23 (Tamil Nadu, West Bengal Phase 1), and April 29 (West Bengal Phase 2), with counting on May 4, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 Which states have Assembly elections in 2026 as announced by the Election Commission?

The Election Commission of India announced Assembly elections for Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry. Polling dates: April 9 (Assam, Kerala, Puducherry), April 23 (Tamil Nadu, West Bengal Phase 1), April 29 (West Bengal Phase 2). Counting: May 4, 2026.

2 What are the polling dates for Assembly elections 2026 in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal?

In 2026 Assembly elections, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Phase 1 poll on April 23 while West Bengal Phase 2 polls on April 29. Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry poll on April 9. Counting is on May 4, 2026.

3 When is vote counting for Assembly elections 2026 in 5 states and Puducherry?

Counting for 2026 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry is scheduled for May 4, 2026. Polling: April 9 (Assam/Kerala/Puducherry), April 23 (TN/WB Ph1), April 29 (WB Ph2).

4 When will Assam and Kerala vote in the 2026 Assembly elections?

Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry will vote on April 9, 2026 in the Assembly elections announced by the Election Commission of India. Tamil Nadu and West Bengal (Phase 1) vote on April 23, with counting on May 4, 2026.

5 How many phases will West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 be held in?

West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 will be held in two phases: Phase 1 on April 23 and Phase 2 on April 29. Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry vote on April 9 and Tamil Nadu on April 23. Counting is May 4, 2026.

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