Here’s a complete guide on West Bengal election polling timings, required documents, voting rules, and key dos and don’ts to ensure a smooth voting experience.
West Bengal polling timings 2026: when to vote
Polling in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 will take place from: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Voters are advised to reach early, especially in busy constituencies, to avoid long queues and last-minute rush.
Phase 1 Constituencies (152 Seats – April 23)
Mekliganj (SC), Mathabhanga (SC), Coochbehar Uttar (SC), Coochbehar Dakshin, Sitalkuchi (SC), Sitai (SC), Dinhata, Natabari, Tufanganj, Kumargram (ST), Kalchini (ST), Alipurduars, Falakata (SC), Madarihat (ST), Dhupguri (SC), Maynaguri (SC), Jalpaiguri (SC), Rajganj (SC), Dabgram-Fulbari, Mal (ST), Nagrakata (ST), Kalimpong, Darjeeling, Kurseong, Matigara-Naxalbari (SC), Siliguri, Phansidewa (ST), Chopra, Islampur, Goalpokhar, Chakulia, Karandighi, Hemtabad (SC), Kaliaganj (SC), Raiganj, Itahar, Kushmandi (SC), Kumarganj, Balurghat, Tapan (ST), Gangarampur (SC), Harirampur, Habibpur (ST), Gazole (SC), Chanchal, Harischandrapur, Malatipur, Ratua, Manikchak, Maldaha (SC), English Bazar, Mothabari, Sujapur, Baisnabnagar, Farakka, Samserganj, Suti, Jangipur, Raghunathganj, Sagardighi, Lalgola, Bhagawangola, Raninagar, Murshidabad, Nabagram (SC), Khargram (SC), Burwan (SC), Kandi, Bharatpur, Rejinagar, Beldanga, Baharampur, Hariharpara, Nowda, Domkal, Jalangi, Tamluk, Panskura Purba, Panskura Paschim, Moyna, Nandakumar, Mahisadal, Haldia (SC), Nandigram, Chandipur, Patashpur, Kanthi Uttar, Bhagabanpur, Khejuri (SC), Kanthi Dakshin, Ramnagar, Egra, Dantan, Nayagram (ST), Gopiballavpur, Jhargram, Keshiary (ST), Kharagpur Sadar, Narayangarh, Sabang, Pingla, Kharagpur, Debra, Daspur, Ghatal (SC), Chandrakona (SC), Garbeta, Salboni, Keshpur (SC), Medinipur, Binpur (ST), Bandwan (ST), Balarampur, Baghmundi, Joypur, Purulia, Manbazar (ST), Kashipur, Para (SC), Raghunathpur (SC), Saltora (SC), Chhatna, Ranibandh (ST), Raipur (ST), Taldangra, Bankura, Barjora, Onda, Bishnupur, Katulpur (SC), Indus (SC), Sonamukhi (SC), Pandabeswar, Durgapur Purba, Durgapur Paschim, Raniganj, Jamuria, Asansol Dakshin, Asansol Uttar, Kulti, Barabani, Dubrajpur (SC), Suri, Bolpur, Nanoor (SC), Labpur, Sainthia (SC), Mayureswar, Rampurhat, Hansan, Nalhati, Murarai
Phase 2 Constituencies (142 Seats – April 29)
Karimpur, Tehatta, Palashipara, Kaliganj, Nakashipara, Chapra, Krishnanagar Uttar, Nabadwip, Krishnanagar Dakshin, Santipur, Ranaghat Uttar Paschim, Krishnaganj (SC), Ranaghat Uttar Purba (SC), Ranaghat Dakshin (SC), Chakdaha, Kalyani (SC), Haringhata (SC), Bagda (SC), Bangaon Uttar (SC), Bangaon Dakshin (SC), Gaighata (SC), Swarupnagar (SC), Baduria, Habra, Ashoknagar, Amdanga, Bijpur, Naihati, Bhatpara, Jagatdal, Noapara, Barrackpur, Khardaha, Dum Dum Uttar, Panihati, Kamarhati, Baranagar, Dum Dum, Rajarhat New Town, Bidhannagar, Rajarhat Gopalpur, Madhyamgram, Barasat, Deganga, Haroa, Minakhan (SC), Sandeshkhali (ST), Basirhat Dakshin, Basirhat Uttar, Hingalganj (SC), Gosaba (SC), Basanti (SC), Kultali (SC), Patharpratima, Kakdwip, Sagar, Kulpi, Raidighi, Mandirbazar (SC), Jaynagar (SC), Baruipur Purba (SC), Canning Paschim (SC), Canning Purba, Baruipur Paschim, Magrahat Purba (SC), Magrahat Paschim, Diamond Harbour, Falta, Satgachhia, Bishnupur (SC), Sonarpur Dakshin, Bhangar, Kasba, Jadavpur, Sonarpur Uttar, Tollyganj, Behala Purba, Behala Paschim, Maheshtala, Budge Budge, Metiaburuz, Kolkata Port, Bhabanipur, Rashbehari, Ballygunge, Chowrangee, Entally, Beleghata, Jorasanko, Shyampukur, Maniktala, Kashipur-Belgachhia, Bally, Howrah Uttar, Howrah Madhya, Shibpur, Howrah Dakshin, Sankrail (SC), Panchla, Uluberia Purba, Uluberia Uttar (SC), Uluberia Dakshin, Shyampur, Bagnan, Amta, Udaynarayanpur, Jagatballavpur, Domjur, Uttarpara, Sreerampur, Champdani, Singur, Chandannagar, Chunchura, Balagarh (SC), Pandua, Saptagram, Chanditala, Jangipara, Haripal, Dhanekhali (SC), Tarakeswar, Pursurah, Arambag (SC), Goghat (SC), Khanakul, Khandaghosh (SC), Bardhaman Dakshin, Raina (SC), Jamalpur (SC), Monteswar, Kalna (SC), Memari, Bardhaman Uttar (SC), Bhatar, Purbasthali Dakshin, Purbasthali Uttar, Katwa, Ketugram, Mangalkot, Ausgram (SC), Galsi (SC)
Documents required for voting in West Bengal elections
To cast your vote, carrying valid identification is essential.
Mandatory document:
Alternative ID proofs allowed:
If you don’t have your voter ID, you can carry any of the following:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Driving Licence
- Bank Passbook with photograph
- Government/Service ID Card
Note: Voter slip is helpful for locating your polling booth but is not mandatory.
How to vote in West Bengal elections: step-by-step voting process
- Check your name in the electoral roll before leaving home
- Reach your assigned polling station
- Show valid ID proof
- Get your finger inked
- Cast your vote using the EVM
- Verify your vote on the VVPAT machine
Following the proper process ensures your vote is counted correctly.
West Bengal election dos: what voters should do
To ensure a hassle-free voting experience, keep these voting dos in mind:
- Check voter list status before heading out
- Carry a valid ID proof
- Follow instructions given by polling officials
- Stand patiently in queues
- Verify your vote on the VVPAT after casting
Being prepared helps avoid confusion at the polling booth.
West Bengal election don’ts: rules you must follow
The Election Commission has issued strict guidelines. Here’s what you must not do while voting:
- Do not wear or carry political party symbols
- Do not carry mobile phones inside the polling booth
- Do not take photos or videos while voting
- Do not accept money or gifts from political parties
- Do not engage in impersonation, it is a punishable offence
Breaking these rules can lead to penalties or disqualification.
What you can and cannot carry to polling booth
Allowed items:
- Water bottle
- Basic personal essentials
- Necessary items for elderly or differently-abled voters
Prohibited items:
- Mobile phones
- Sharp objects
- Lighters or flammable materials
Security checks will be in place, so travel light and carry only essentials.
Security arrangements in West Bengal elections 2026
To ensure free and fair elections, extensive security measures have been introduced:
- CCTV cameras installed at 44,378 polling booths in Phase 1
- Continuous monitoring of voting process
- Strict surveillance to prevent malpractice
The Election Commission has warned that repolling may be ordered if CCTV cameras malfunction, highlighting the seriousness of maintaining transparency.
Final checklist for voters: be election-ready
Before stepping out to vote in the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026, make sure you:
- Verify your name in the voter list
- Carry a valid ID proof
- Know your polling booth location
- Follow all election rules and guidelines
Voting is your democratic right, being informed ensures your voice is heard without any hassle.
