INC Candidates List 2026

As Kerala witnessed a high-voltage electoral battle, each political party left no stone unturned in its quest for power. The state comprised a total of 140 assembly seats, and in this political arena, the Indian National Congress(INC) had fielded candidates for seats. This page offers a comprehensive look at the contenders who represented the INC across all constituencies. The election proved to be of great importance for every party, especially the INC, as it played a decisive role in shaping the political direction and governance of the state. Ultimately, the election results sculpted the political fate of Kerala.

Key Highlights of Kerala Assembly Election 2026:

Total Assembly Seats : 140
Majority Mark : 71
Election Year : 2026
INC's Vision for Kerala's Future :

INC had aimed to field candidates who resonate with the people of Kerala, focusing on development, governance, and a progressive vision for the state's future.The 2026 Kerala Assembly Election will be remembered as a defining moment in the state's political journey.

2026 Kerala Assembly Election INC Candidates List

Here is the complete and updated INC candidate list for the Kerala Assembly Election 2026. This detailed list helps voters and political observers track who is contesting from each seat, along with key rivals and constituencies that could shape the party’s performance in the upcoming polls. Stay informed with the latest INC candidates for Kerala 2026 and explore constituency-wise details to understand the party’s strategy and potential impact.

INC Candidate List Kerala Election 2026

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2021 Assembly Election INC Candidates List

Candidate name	Assembly Constituencies	Votes	Vote Share	Result
Periya Balakrishnan	Udma	65,342	39.52%	LOST
P. V. Suresh	Kanhangad	57,476	34.45%	LOST
M. Pradeep Kumar	Payyannur	43,915	29.29%	LOST
Brijesh Kumar	Kalliasseri	43,859	30.13%	LOST
Abdul Rasheed V. P.	Taliparamba	70,181	39.4%	LOST
Saju Joseph	Irikkur	76,764	50.33%	WON
Satheeshan Pacheni	Kannur	58,568	43.68%	LOST
C. Raghunath	Dharmadam	45,399	28.33%	LOST
M. P. Aravindakshan	Thalassery	45,009	33.84%	LOST
Sunny Joseph	Peravoor	66,706	46.93%	WON
P. K. Jayalakshmi	Mananthavady	63,254	41.46%	LOST
I. C. Balakrishnan	Sulthanbathery	81,077	48.42%	WON
T. Siddique	Kalpetta	70,252	46.15%	WON
K. Praveen Kumar	Nadapuram	79,258	45.16%	LOST
N.subramanian	Quilandy	67,156	41.43%	LOST
Dharmajan Bolgatty	Balusseri	71,467	39.28%	LOST
K. M. Abhijith	Kozhikode north	46,196	33.58%	LOST
P. M. Niyas	Beypore	53,418	32.33%	LOST
V. V. Prakash	Nilambur	78,527	45.34%	LOST
Ap Anil Kumar	Wandoor	87,415	51.44%	WON
Firoz Kunnumparambil	Thavanur	67,794	44.77%	LOST
Am Rohit	Ponnani	57,625	39.63%	LOST
V. T. Balram	Thrithala	66,798	43.86%	LOST
Riyas Mukkoli	Pattambi	57,337	37.74%	LOST
T. H. Feroz Babu	Shornur	37,726	24.83%	LOST
Dr. P Sarin	Ottapalam	59,707	37.05%	LOST
S.k. Anandakrishnan	Malampuzha	35,444	21.66%	LOST
Shafi Parambil	Palakkad	54,079	38.06%	WON
K.a. Sheeba	Tarur	43,213	32.9%	LOST
Sumesh Achuthan	Chittur	50,794	33.22%	LOST
Palayam Predeep	Alathur	40,535	29.94%	LOST
C.c. Sreekumar	Chelakkara	44,015	28.71%	LOST
K. Jayasankar	Kunnamkulam	48,901	31.58%	LOST
Vijaya Hari	Manalur	48,461	28.93%	LOST
Anil Akkara	Wadakkanchery	65,858	38.77%	LOST
Jose Valloor	Ollur	55,151	35.31%	LOST
Padmaja Venugopal	Thrissur	43,317	33.52%	LOST
Sunil Lalur	Nattika	44,499	28.98%	LOST
Sobha Subin	Kaipamangalam	50,463	37.08%	LOST
Sunil Anthikad	Puthukkad	46,012	29.44%	LOST
T. J. Saneesh Kumar Joseph	Chalakkudy	61,888	43.23%	WON
M.p. Jackson	Kodungallur	47,564	31.94%	LOST
Eldhose Kunnappilly	Perumbavoor	53,484	37.1%	WON
Roji M John	Angamaly	71,562	51.86%	WON
Anwar Sadath	Aluva	73,703	49%	WON
Vd Satheeshan	Paravur	82,264	51.87%	WON
Deepak Joy	Vypen	45,657	34.96%	LOST
Tony Chamminy	Kochi	40,553	31.51%	LOST
K Babu	Thripunithura	65,875	42.14%	WON
Tj Vinod	Eranakulam	45,930	41.72%	WON
Pt Thomas	Thrikkakara	59,839	43.82%	WON
Vp Sajeendran	Kunnathunad	49,636	32.04%	LOST
Mathew Kuzhelnadan	Muvattupuzha	64,425	44.63%	WON
D Kumar	Devikulam	51,201	44.22%	LOST
Em Augusthy	Udumbanchola	39,076	31.21%	LOST
Cyriac Thomas	Peerumade	58,306	45.81%	LOST
P. R. Sona	Vaikom	42,266	33.13%	LOST
Thiruvanjoor Radhakrishnan	Kottayam	65,401	53.72%	WON
Oommen Chandy	Puthuppally	63,372	48.08%	WON
Joseph Vazhakkan	Kanjirappally	46,596	33.84%	LOST
Tomy Kallani	Poonjar	34,633	24.76%	LOST
Shanimol Usman	Aroor	68,604	41.71%	LOST
S.sarath	Cherthala	77,554	43.55%	LOST
K. S. Manoj	Alappuzha	61,768	38.98%	LOST
M. Liju	Ambalapuzha	50,240	36.67%	LOST
Ramesh Chennithala	Haripad	72,768	48.31%	WON
Aritha Babu	Kayamkulam	71,050	44.06%	LOST
K. K. Shaju	Mavelikara	47,026	31.21%	LOST
M. Murali	Chengannur	39,409	26.78%	LOST
Ringoo Cherian	Ranni	51,384	40.21%	LOST
K. Sivadasan Nair	Aranmula	55,947	34.56%	LOST
Robin Peter	Konni	53,810	35.94%	LOST
M. G. Kannan	Adoor	63,650	40.96%	LOST
C. R. Mahesh	Karunagappally	94,225	54.38%	WON
Resmi R	Kottarakkara	57,956	38.75%	LOST
Jyothikumar Chamakkala	Pathanapuram	52,940	38.63%	LOST
M. M. Naseer	Chadayamangalam	53,574	36.4%	LOST
P. C. Vishnunath	Kundara	76,405	48.85%	WON
Bindhu Krishna	Kollam	56,452	43.27%	LOST
Peethambara Kurup	Chathannur	34,280	24.93%	LOST
B. R .m. Shafeer	Varkala	50,995	37.71%	LOST
Anup B.s	Chirayinkeezhu	48,617	33.51%	LOST
P. S. Prasanth	Nedumangad	49,433	32.31%	LOST
Anad Jayan	Vamanapuram	62,895	42.92%	LOST
S. S. Lal	Kazhakkoottam	32,995	23.85%	LOST
Veena S Nair	Vattiyoorkavu	35,455	25.76%	LOST
V. S. Sivakumar	Thiruvananthapuram	41,659	32.49%	LOST
K. Muraleedharan	Nemom	36,524	25.01%	LOST
K. S. Sabarinathan	Aruvikkara	61,730	42.37%	LOST
Ansajitha Russal	Parassala	52,720	32.33%	LOST
Malayinkeezhu Venugopal	Kattakkada	43,062	29.57%	LOST
M. Vincent	Kovalam	74,868	47.06%	WON
R.selvaraj	Neyyattinkara	51,235	36.78%	LOST

Source: ECI

FAQs

What is the INC candidate list for Kerala Assembly Election 2026?

The INC candidate list for Kerala Assembly Election 2026 includes all nominees contesting across 140 assembly constituencies.

How many seats is INC contesting in Kerala Assembly Election 2026?

INC is contesting a significant number of the 140 assembly seats in Kerala, focusing on both traditional strongholds and strategic constituencies to maximize its electoral impact.

Who are the top INC candidates to watch in the Kerala Assembly Election 2026?

Key high-profile INC candidates contesting in notable constituencies will be highlighted here.

Has INC announced any new faces in the 2026 Kerala Assembly Election?

Yes, INC has introduced several fresh candidates alongside seasoned leaders to appeal to youth voters and consolidate its voter base across key regions.

Where can I find the full constituency-wise INC candidate list for Kerala 2026?

The complete constituency-wise INC candidate list is available on this page, detailing the nominees for all seats, their opponents, and key contest highlights.

Disclaimer:

The information provided on this page about the current and previous elections in the constituency is sourced from various publicly available platforms including https://old.eci.gov.in/statistical-report/statistical-reports/ and https://affidavit.eci.gov.in/. The ECI is the authoritative source for election-related data in India, and we rely on their official records for the content presented here. However, due to the complexity of electoral processes and potential data discrepancies, there may be occasional inaccuracies or omissions in the information provided.

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