Rajasthan Panchayat Election 2026: Polling Parties to Leave One Day Early Due to Dhanteras, Full Phase-Wise Voting Schedule
Considering Dhanteras and public sentiment, the State Election Commission has moved the departure of polling parties one day earlier in the first, second and third phases. As per the Commission, the polling dates remain the same. The elections are being held in four phases. In the first phase, voting for Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti members took place on 22 October. The state has about 4.03 crore registered voters and polling runs from 7 am to 6 pm.
Phase-Wise Voting Schedule
| Phase | Polling party departure | ZP / PS voting | Panch / Sarpanch voting | Up-Sarpanch election |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First | 21 October | 22 October | 24 October | 25 October |
| Second | 27 October | 28 October | 30 October | 31 October |
| Third | 2 November | 3 November | 5 November | 6 November |
| Fourth | —* | 14 November* | 16 November* | 17 November* |
Counting and Pramukh-Pradhan Elections
- Panch/Sarpanch counting is held at the gram panchayat HQ right after polling ends.
- Counting for Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti members was set for 20 November in the Commission's schedule.
- Zila Pramukh election is on 25 November, Up Zila Pramukh on 26 November, Pradhan on 27 November and Up Pradhan on 28 November.
What Voters Should Do
- On polling day, find your serial number and booth at the Voter Assistance Booth near the polling station.
- Voters inside the polling premises by 6 pm will be allowed to vote in the queue.
- Carry a valid photo ID for voting.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many phases are there?
Four phases.
What is the polling time?
7 am to 6 pm.
Where can I see updated dates?
On the State Election Commission website or your district election officer's notification.
Note: This is based on news reports and public government information. Dates, amounts and rules can change, so please confirm with the official website or the concerned office before acting. Emitrawala.com is not a government website.
