The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Wednesday that Electors’ Photo Identity Cards (EPICs) will be delivered to voters within 15 days of an update in the electoral rolls – a move aimed at ensuring convenience and efficiency in service delivery and real-time tracking. Currently, it takes over a month for the EPIC to be delivered to voters.
Here’s how real-time tracking of EPIC works:
- Real-time Tracking: The system tracks EPICs from generation to delivery, keeping electors informed about the status of their cards.
- SMS Notifications: Electors receive SMS updates at each stage, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Dedicated IT Module: The ECI has launched a dedicated IT module on the ECINet platform, which integrates with the Department of Posts’ API for seamless delivery.
- Streamlined Workflow: The new system replaces the existing process, re-engineering the workflow to enhance service delivery while maintaining data security.
Here’s how to apply for a Voter ID card online:
- Visit NVSP Portal: Go to the National Voters’ Services Portal (NVSP) website.
- Sign Up: Click “Sign-Up” in the top right corner and enter your mobile number, email ID, and captcha code.
- Create Account: Fill in your name, password, and confirm password, then request an OTP.
- Verify OTP: Enter the OTP sent to your mobile and email to verify your account.
- Log In: Log in to the portal using your mobile number, password, and captcha, then verify with an OTP.
- Fill Form 6: Click “Fill Form 6” for new voter registration and enter your personal, relative, contact, and address details.
- Upload Documents: Upload required documents and preview your application before submitting.
- Submit Application: Review your details for accuracy and submit your application.
