📅 Election Process Timeline
Follow the complete Indian election journey — from announcement to government formation
Election Announcement
📅 March 16, 2024The Election Commission announces the election schedule and Model Code of Conduct kicks in.
Nomination Filing
📅 March 20 - May 14, 2024Candidates file their nomination papers with the Returning Officer.
Scrutiny of Nominations
📅 March 21 - May 15, 2024The Returning Officer examines all nomination papers for validity.
Election Campaign
📅 March 16 - May 30, 2024Candidates and parties campaign to win voter support through rallies, ads, and outreach.
The most visible phase where political parties and candidates engage voters through rallies, door-to-door campaigns, social media, TV ads, and manifestos. Campaigning must follow strict ECI guidelines.
Polling Day
📅 April 19 - June 1, 2024Citizens cast their votes using EVMs at designated polling stations.
Vote Counting
📅 June 4, 2024Votes are counted electronically from EVMs under strict supervision.
Results Declaration
📅 June 4-5, 2024Election Commission officially declares winners for each constituency.
Government Formation
📅 June 9, 2024The winning party or coalition forms the government and the PM/CM takes oath.