GENERAL30 Sept 2026
EC withdraws SIR declaration from Form 6: Here's what it means
The Election Commission of India has removed the SIR declaration from Form 6 in states and Union Territories where the electoral roll revision work is already done. That declaration is still needed where the revision is ongoing. Form 6 is the application an eligible citizen files to get added to the electoral roll as a new voter. So check your state's position before you fill it.
Key Statutory Highlights
- The Election Commission of India has removed the SIR declaration from Form 6 in states and Union Territories where the electoral roll revision exercise has been completed.
- The SIR declaration remains in use in places where the electoral roll revision exercise is still ongoing.
- Form 6 is the statutory application an eligible Indian citizen uses to apply for inclusion in the electoral roll as a new voter.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you are applying as a new voter, check whether your state or Union Territory has finished the roll revision, and fill Form 6 as it currently applies there. If you are unsure, confirm the position with your local election office before you submit.
Statutory Disclaimer: TaxQue Shorts are AI-assisted editorial briefs for compliance awareness. This brief has not passed every source check; confirm the original notification before acting. This does not constitute formal legal or CA counsel.
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