Upcoming Elections in India

Upcoming elections in India from 2026 to 2029 include major state assembly elections, Vidhan Sabha polls, municipal corporation elections, and local body elections across key political states such as Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Bihar, Kerala, Assam, Delhi, and Puducherry.

These upcoming state elections in India will play a decisive role in shaping national political trends ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha General Elections. Each election follows the constitutional five-year cycle, with schedules announced by the Election Commission of India based on the completion of existing assembly tenures.

This page provides a state-wise, year-wise list of all upcoming elections in India, including assembly elections in 2026, expected election dates, and confirmed schedules wherever available. In addition to Vidhan Sabha elections, it also tracks Rajya Sabha biennial polls, by-elections, and major municipal elections,making it a single authoritative timeline for Indian elections between 2026 and 2029.

Upcoming State & Assembly Elections in India 2026–2029 (State-wise)

State Name	Current tenure	Election year	Total AC	Total PC	Total Rajyasabha
Assam	21 May, 2021 - 20 May, 2026	2026	126	14	7
Kerala	24 May, 2021 - 23 May, 2026	2026	140	20	9
Tamil Nadu	11 May, 2021 - 10 May, 2026	2026	234	39	18
West Bengal	8 May, 2021 - 7 May, 2026	2026	294	42	16
Puducherry	16 June, 2021 - 15 June, 2026	2026	30	1	1

State Name	Current tenure	Election year	Total AC	Total PC	Total Rajyasabha
Goa	15 Mar, 2022 - 14 Mar, 2027	2027	40	2	1
Manipur	14 Mar, 2022 - 13 Mar, 2027	2027	60	2	1
Punjab	17 Mar, 2022 - 16 Mar, 2027	2027	117	13	7
Uttarakhand	29 Mar, 2022 - 28 Mar, 2027	2027	70	5	3
Uttar Pradesh	23 May, 2022 - 22 May, 2027	2027	403	80	31

State Name	Current tenure	Election year	Total AC	Total PC	Total Rajyasabha
Nagaland	23 Mar, 2023 - 22 Mar, 2028	2028	60	1	1
Tripura	23 Mar, 2023 - 22 Mar, 2028	2028	60	2	1
Chhattisgarh	5 Dec, 2023 - 4 Dec, 2028	2028	90	11	5
Karnataka	14 May, 2023 - 13 May, 2028	2028	224	28	12
Mizoram	6 Dec, 2023 - 5 Dec, 2028	2028	40	1	1
Rajasthan	5 Dec, 2023 - 4 Dec, 2028	2028	200	25	10
Indian Parliament	06 June, 2024 - 05 June, 2029	2029	0	543	245
Andhra Pradesh	06 June, 2024 - 05 June, 2029	2029	175	25	11
Arunachal Pradesh	06 June, 2024 - 05 June, 2029	2029	60	2	1
Odisha	06 June, 2024 - 05 June, 2029	2029	147	21	10
Sikkim	06 June, 2024 - 05 June, 2029	2029	32	1	1
Jammu and Kashmir	16 Oct, 2024 - 15 Oct 2029	2029	90	5	4
Haryana	9 Oct, 2024 - 8 Oct, 2029	2029	90	10	5
Jharkhand	24 Nov, 2024 - 23 Nov, 2029	2029	81	14	6
Maharashtra	24 Nov, 2024 - 23 Nov, 2029	2029	288	48	19

Local Body Elections in India (2026-2029)

Year	State / UT	Type of Local Body	Status / Date
2026	Maharashtra	29 Municipal Corporations (including BMC, Pune, Thane, Nagpur, Nashik)	Confirmed: Jan 15, 2026
2026	Maharashtra	32 Zilla Parishads and 336 Panchayat Samitis	Confirmed: To be held in phases by Jan 31, 2026
2026	Karnataka	Greater Bengaluru Authority (5 new City Corporations)	Pledged: Early 2026
2026	Karnataka	Zilla and Taluk Panchayats	Pledged: March-May 2026
2027	Tamil Nadu	21 Municipal Corporations (including Greater Chennai)	Tentative: February 2027
2027	Delhi	Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)	Tentative: December 2027
2028	Uttar Pradesh	17 Municipal Corporations (including Lucknow, Varanasi)	Tentative: May 2028
2029	Punjab	Major Municipal Corporations (Ludhiana, Amritsar, etc.)	Tentative: Late 2029

Upcoming State Assembly Elections in 2026

The upcoming elections in 2026 will witness four crucial state assembly elections, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, making it one of the most politically significant election years before the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. These upcoming assembly elections in India will test the strength of national and regional parties across diverse regions, including the Northeast, South India, and Eastern India. Each contest carries national implications, shaping alliances, leadership narratives, and momentum heading into the 2029 General Elections.

West Bengal Assembly Election 2026
- Expected Election Date: April – May 2026
- Expected Results: May 2026
- Key Contestants:
  - Trinamool Congress (TMC): The incumbent party led by Mamata Banerjee, aiming for a fourth consecutive term.
  - Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP): The primary challenger, focusing on issues of national security and anti-incumbency.
  - Left Front-Congress Alliance: Seeking to regain its lost relevance as a third alternative in the state.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026
- Expected Election Date: April – May 2026
- Expected Results: May 2026
- Key Contestants:
  - Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK): Led by M.K. Stalin, the ruling party is banking on its "Dravidian Model" and welfare schemes.
  - AIADMK: The main opposition party, recently reunited with the BJP-led NDA to consolidate the anti-DMK vote.
  - Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK): A new and highly anticipated entrant led by superstar Vijay, making its electoral debut.
  - Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK): Led by Seeman, continuing its consistent solo run as a Tamil nationalist force
Kerala Assembly Election 2026
- Expected Election Date: April 2026
- Expected Results: May 2026
- Key Contestants:
  - Left Democratic Front (LDF): Led by the CPI(M), the ruling coalition seeks a historic third term under Pinarayi Vijayan.
  - United Democratic Front (UDF): Led by the Congress, aiming to follow Kerala's traditional trend of alternating power.
  - National Democratic Alliance (NDA): The BJP-led front, looking to expand its seat count after its 2024 Lok Sabha breakthrough in the state.
Assam Assembly Election 2026
- Expected Election Date: March – April 2026
- Expected Results: May 2026
- Key Contestants:
  - Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP): The ruling party led by Himanta Biswa Sarma, focusing on development and cultural identity.
  - Indian National Congress (INC): The main challenger, led by Gaurav Gogoi, focusing on tribal rights and economic issues.
  - AIUDF: A significant force in minority-dominated regions, led by Badruddin Ajmal.

FAQs

Which states in India will have elections in 2025?

In 2025, Delhi will go to polls in February and Bihar is scheduled for October–November. Both elections are considered politically significant ahead of 2029.

When will the next Lok Sabha election in India be held?

The next Lok Sabha Elections are scheduled in 2029, deciding the central government for the next five years. They are the biggest electoral exercise in India.

Which states go to polls in 2026?

The 2026 elections will be held in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry . These states play a key role in regional as well as national politics.

Why is the Bihar Election 2025 important?

The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 is seen as a semi-final before the 2029 General Elections. It will test alliances and voter sentiment across North India.

What are the upcoming major local body elections?

Key local body polls include the BMC Elections in Mumbai, along with Delhi MCD, Hyderabad GHMC, and Chennai Corporation elections, all shaping regional power balance.

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.