HYDERABAD – Telangana is all set for a massive democratic exercise as the State Election Commission (TSEC) completes final preparations for the 2026 Municipal Elections. A total of 123 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), including 7 Municipal Corporations and 116 Municipalities, will head to the polls tomorrow, Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
With the high-decibel campaign coming to a close yesterday, the state has entered the mandatory 48-hour silence period. As of today, February 10, security has been tightened across all polling regions to ensure a peaceful voting process.
Key Highlights of the 2026 Municipal Polls
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Total Wards: 2,996 (414 in Corporations; 2,582 in Municipalities).
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Voter Base: Approximately 52.43 lakh eligible voters.
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Political Stakes: A major test for the Congress government under CM A. Revanth Reddy against BRS, BJP, and AIMIM.
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Exclusion: These polls do not include the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), which follows a different cycle.
Official Election Schedule
The TSEC has outlined a strict timeline for the polling and result declaration:
| Event | Date |
| Polling Day | February 11, 2026 (7 AM – 5 PM) |
| Counting of Votes | February 13, 2026 |
| Declaration of Results | February 13, 2026 (Evening) |
| Oath Ceremony (Ward Members) | February 16, 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Indirect Elections (Mayors/Chairpersons) | February 16, 2026 (12:30 PM) |
Public Notice: A local holiday has been declared for February 11, 2026, in all participating municipal areas. Schools and colleges acting as polling stations will remain closed.
No Voter ID? No Problem!
Many voters worry about missing their physical Voter ID (EPIC) card. However, as per TSEC and ECI guidelines reaffirmed in late 2025, you can still vote if your name is on the Electoral Roll.
Accepted Alternative Photo IDs:
If you do not have your Voter ID card, you can present any one of these 12 documents:
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Aadhaar Card
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MNREGA Job Card
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Passbook (with photo) issued by Bank/Post Office
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Health Insurance Smart Card (Ministry of Labour/Ayushman Bharat)
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Driving License
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PAN Card
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Smart Card issued by RGI under NPR
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Indian Passport
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Pension Document (with photo)
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Service ID Cards (Central/State Govt/PSU)
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Official Identity Cards issued to MPs/MLAs/MLCs
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Unique Disability ID (UDID) Card
Voter Checklist: 3 Steps to Follow
Verify Your Name: Ensure you are on the list by visiting ceotelangana.nic.in or using the Voter Helpline App.
Locate Your Booth: Your “Voter Slip” helps find your booth but remember—it is not an identity proof.
Timing: Polling begins at 7:00 AM and concludes at 5:00 PM. Reach early to avoid the afternoon rush.
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