Voter ID is a crucial document for all citizens of a country which acts as an identity proof and enables one to cast their vote during elections. The right to vote is a constitutional right of every citizen; hence, each of them must have a voter card.

In case individuals do not have this vital Know-Your-Customer (KYC) document, they must obtain it upon attaining an age of 18 years. To know intricacies related to voter ID card in Telangana, its application and status, read along!

Individuals can cast their vote only if they register with the Election Commission of India. Every state has a state Election Commission which monitors and conducts elections in respective states. Telangana Election Commission issues voter ID for those who are registered voters, which is referred to as Electoral Photo Identity Card (EPIC).

Voting is a fundamental right of all Indian citizens and is the base of democracy in India. The card enables an individual to exercise their voting rights and proves one to be an Indian citizen. In addition, the card curbs electoral fraud.

With rapid digitization in every sector, it has become convenient to apply for Telangana Voter ID from solace at home.

Here are a few steps that one must follow to apply for a Telangana voter ID card online:

Step 1: Go to official Portal of Chief Electoral Officer Telangana, head to the homepage's topmost section and select the 'E-registration' tab.

Step 2: New electors must register themselves on the website with necessary login credentials.

Step 3: Proceed by clicking on 'Assembly Constituency' option and choose ‘Form 6’ from options that will come under ‘Form 6-Register as a New Elector/Voter’ tab.

Step 4: On getting redirected to the online application form, fill it out with relevant information such as name, date of birth, address, declaration and more. Attach supporting documents and submit the application form.

Step 5: An application reference number will be generated on successful submission. Individuals can use the number to monitor their applications.

Step 6: After the application form is processed, a Booth Level Officer (BLO) will later scrutinise all details provided in the form.

Upon successful verification, individuals will receive a voter ID card at their residential address.

Besides opting for an online application process, electors can opt for offline mode to apply for a Voter ID card.

Step 1: Firstly, individuals have to visit the electoral office and get Form 6 (Forms for mentioning names in voter list).

Step 2: Mention all necessary details to fill out the form and provide required documents as mentioned in it.

Step 3: After sending the application number, one will receive a confirmation number which can be later used to track status of the application.

Step 4: A Booth Level Officer (BLO) will examine all essential details provided in the application form.

Step 5: If everything mentioned in the form is authentic, the Voter ID card will reach the mentioned address.

Individuals will have to cater to all basic eligibility criteria to apply for voter ID cards in India:

• He or she must be Indian.
• The age of an applicant must be above 18 years.
• Applicants should have a permanent address.

Here are the following documents that must be submitted to successfully apply for a Voter ID card in Telangana:

• Proof of address (Passport, driving licence, bank passbook, Aadhaar card etc.)
• Age proof (birth certificate, PAN card, school certificate etc.)
• Passport-size photographs.

Individuals who apply for voter ID cards via online or offline means receive this document in their place of residence. However, if they wish, they can also download voter ID card in Telangana online. Telangana National Voters Service Portal enables citizens to get a soft copy of their voter ID card. 

The following steps will help one download the Voter ID, Telangana.

Step 1: Go to the official Portal of Election commission, Telangana.

Step 2: Now select voter Portal and get redirected to a page where one has to provide asked details.

Step 3: Click on the 'download' tab and get the slip of the voter ID card.

Individuals who have applied for the voter ID can track their names on the official Portal of the Election commission Telangana. Here are the steps that will enable one to do so:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Election Commission, Telangana and choose the 'E-registration' option.

Step 2: From the drop-down menu, select the ‘Assembly Constituency’ tab.

Step 3: Now choose the 'Know Your Status' option. On selecting the option, one will have to provide either application ID or house number mentioned in application form.

On clicking the option and providing relevant details, individuals can see the status of their application form displayed on the screen.

Residents of Telangana can search for their names online on the voter list. The Election Commission on the Portal updates all the names irrespective of state. Also, the voter list is updated periodically. In case individuals change their address or mention incorrect particulars, they can remove their names from the voter list. 

If an individual does not have their name on the voter list, they won't be able to cast their vote. Hence it is important for them to check their name on the Portal.

Here are the steps following which one can check whether his or her name is on the voter list:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Chief Electoral Officer Telangana or National Voters' Service Portal.

Step 2: Proceed to click on ‘Search in Electoral Roll.’

Step 3: On getting redirected to the next page, Individuals can track their name either by opting for any of two options: Search by details or Search by EPIC number.

Step 4: If one opts for 'Search by Details’, they have to mention details like name, age, date of birth, father’s or husband’s name, district, state, gender, assembly constituency etc. Then, click on the ‘Search’ tab.

Step 5: If one has chosen ‘Search by EPIC Number’, they have to provide EPIC number, code, state etc., and then click on ‘Search.’

Individuals can also choose the 'Locate on Map' tab and search for their name on the displayed list. In addition, Telangana citizens can track their names on the voter list via SMS.

Applicants can apply for a duplicate Voter ID card in Telangana if they lost or misplaced their original voter ID card instead of applying for a new voter ID card. Here are the steps that will guide them to do so.

Step 1: Go to the official Portal of Election commission of India and download Form EPIC-002.

Step 2: Fill out the form with relevant details like name, date of birth, address, EPIC number etc. and submit it.

As documents, attach a copy of FIR in case the voter ID card is lost. On successful authentication, a duplicate voter ID card will be sent to the mentioned address.

One can also go to the electoral office in person and get a copy of form EPIC 002. Fill it out and attach required documents.

If one has lost the voter ID card, he or she must submit a copy of the FIR. For a torn voter ID card, individuals must attach the torn card with the application form.

Electors must notify the Election Commission if they want to change the address mentioned on the voter card.

Here are the steps that one follow to change the address mentioned in the Voter ID card:

Step 1: Go to the official Portal of Telangana chief electoral officer and select ‘E-registration’ option.

Step 2: Choose the ‘Assembly Constituency’ tab to get redirected to a list, from where select Form 8-A.

Step 3: Provide necessary details such as name, current place of residence, date of birth, EPIC number etc., to fill out the form. Upload necessary documents (like a utility bill, rent agreement etc.), which encompass details related to the changed address.

Step 4: Submit the application form and get an application reference number, and one can use the number to track the application status.

Once the application form is processed, the updated voter ID card will be sent to the changed address.

A voter ID card is an essential document that acts as identity proof and enables one to cast a vote. It is mandatory to have the document if one wants to do their duty as a voter.

• It is important for individuals to abide by the eligibility parameters and keep the necessary documents handy.
• One must ensure to apply for the voter ID card in Telangana only from the official website of the Election commission or National Voters Service Portal. It will help an individual to avoid scams and legal hassles.
• Mention all accurate information in the form. Cross-check all the details and make sure to have no spelling errors. Election commission will reject the application form in case they find any incorrect information.
• Individuals who are financially bankrupt or mentally unstable will not be eligible to apply for a Voter ID card in Telangana.

In conclusion, a voter ID card gives citizens easy access to one of their significant constitutional rights of casting votes. However, until now, many citizens in Telangana did not enrol their name in the voter list or have an invalid Voter ID card.

In order to avoid discrepancies and exercise constitutional rights, one must apply for the voter ID card in Telangana and refer to the above-mentioned sections to gain in-depth ideas regarding the application procedure and more.