📥 e-EPIC — DIGITAL VOTER ID
Download e-EPIC — Digital Voter ID Card 2026
Download your e-EPIC (electronic Electoral Photo Identity Card) as a PDF from the official ECI voter portal. The e-EPIC is a legally valid digital Voter ID accepted at all polling booths in India. Download is free.
Requirements Before You Download
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Mobile Number Linked to Aadhaar or Voter Portal
Your mobile number must be registered on voterportal.eci.gov.in or linked to your Aadhaar card for OTP verification.
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EPIC Number or Application Reference ID
You need your 10-character EPIC (Voter ID) number. New applicants can use their Form 6 application reference ID.
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Approved Voter Registration
Your voter registration must be approved and your name must be in the electoral roll. e-EPIC is not available for pending / rejected applications.
How to Download e-EPIC — Step by Step
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Go to voterportal.eci.gov.in
Open the ECI Voter Portal on any browser. You can also use the Voter Helpline App (Android / iOS) — log in and find 'e-EPIC Download' in the menu.
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Log In or Register
Log in with your registered mobile number and password. If you are a new user, click 'Sign Up' and register using your mobile number (OTP verification required).
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Click 'Download e-EPIC'
After logging in, find the 'e-EPIC Download' option on the dashboard or in the left-side menu.
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Enter EPIC Number or Reference ID
If your Voter ID is already issued, enter your 10-character EPIC number. If your registration is new and EPIC is not yet issued, enter the reference / application ID you received during registration.
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Verify via OTP
An OTP will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked or registered mobile number. Enter the OTP to verify your identity.
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Download the PDF
Your e-EPIC will be displayed and can be downloaded as a PDF. Save it on your phone or print it. It is a legally valid Voter ID document, accepted at polling booths nationwide.
e-EPIC Not Available? Here Are the Reasons & Solutions
- Your mobile number is not linked to the voter portal or to your Aadhaar. Solution: Update your mobile number on voterportal.eci.gov.in under 'Update Mobile Number'.
- Your registration was recently approved and the e-EPIC has not yet been generated. Solution: Wait 3–5 working days and try again.
- Your name is not in the current electoral roll (e.g., your application was rejected). Solution: Check status on voterportal.eci.gov.in and re-apply if needed.
- There is a mismatch in your details. Solution: Contact your Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) with your EPIC number and a valid ID.
- The portal is temporarily down. Solution: Try after some time or use the Voter Helpline App.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the e-EPIC a valid voter ID for casting votes?
A: Yes. e-EPIC (digital Voter ID card) is legally valid and accepted at all polling booths across India as a proof of identity. You can show it on your phone screen or carry a printed copy.
Q: Is there any fee to download e-EPIC?
A: No. Downloading the e-EPIC from voterportal.eci.gov.in is completely free of charge.
Q: I have my old physical EPIC card. Do I still need e-EPIC?
A: Not necessarily. Your physical EPIC card remains valid. e-EPIC is a digital alternative — useful if you lose your physical card, want a backup on your phone, or if your physical card is damaged.
Q: Can I download e-EPIC for a family member?
A: No. Each voter must download their own e-EPIC by logging into their own account on voterportal.eci.gov.in with OTP verification on their registered mobile number.
Q: I registered recently. How long before I can download e-EPIC?
A: Once your application is approved (typically 30–45 days after submission), you can download the e-EPIC within 3–5 working days. You will receive an SMS when your EPIC is ready for download.
Q: My e-EPIC has an error (wrong name / photo). What do I do?
A: Do not use the erroneous e-EPIC. File a correction request using Form 8 on voterportal.eci.gov.in. After the correction is processed (30–45 days), download the updated e-EPIC.
Need Help?
Voter Helpline: 1950 (toll-free)
ECI Voter Portal: voterportal.eci.gov.in
Registration Portal: voters.eci.gov.in