Ghaziabad: Confusion Over 2003 Voter List? BLO Explains the Exact Process to Find and Download Old Electoral Data

As the SIR Form (Special Intensive Revision) process gains momentum, thousands of voters—especially those whose names have been deleted from the voter list—are struggling to locate information linked to the 2003 electoral roll. BLOs say the confusion is unnecessary because the data is already available online, provided you know where to look.

To help you avoid the chaos, we spoke directly to a Block Level Officer (BLO), who broke down the entire procedure step-by-step.

Why Is the 2003 Voter List Important?

For many voters whose names have been removed, filling the SIR Form requires details from the 2003 voter list. This old data serves as proof that the voter—or their family—has been residing at the same address since before 2003, establishing eligibility for re-inclusion.

However, since the record is over 20 years old, most people assume it’s impossible to find. The BLO, however, confirms that the Election Commission has preserved all such records digitally.

How to Find the 2003 Voter List Online? — Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit the State CEO Website

Go to your state’s Chief Electoral Officer website.
For Uttar Pradesh, the direct link is:
ceouttarpradesh.nic.in → Electoral Roll PDFs

2. Locate Archived Electoral Rolls

Look for sections titled:

• “Archived Electoral Rolls”
• “Historical Data”
• “Old Voter List”

These options usually appear under the Electoral Services or Download menu.

3. Select the Year

You will see options for multiple years. Choose:

• 2003
  or
• 2004 (because many states published the final list in early 2004)

4. Choose Your Assembly Constituency

Select:

• District
• Assembly Constituency
• Polling Station / Booth Number

(You can find this information from your old voter ID or by asking your parents/relatives.)

5. Download the PDF

Once you select your booth, the 2003 electoral roll PDF will download.

6. Search for Name or Parents’ Name

Open the PDF and look for:

• Your name (if you were an adult in 2003)
• OR your parents’ names (if you were a minor)

Note the EPIC Number (Voter ID Number) printed next to the name.
This number must be filled in the SIR Form.

What If You Can’t Find the 2003 List?

• Try searching by your old address
• Contact your BLO directly and share your booth number
• BLOs have access to archived lists and can assist

What Happens After You Submit the SIR Form?

1. Verification by BLO

The BLO will:

• Visit your home
• Verify your address
• Check your 2003 documents or family records

2. Possible Hearing

In some cases, the voter may be called to appear before the Electoral Registration Officer to validate documents.

3. Final Decision

After review, the officer will decide whether your name should be added back to the voter list.

Two Ways to Apply

Offline

• Collect the printed enumeration form from the BLO
• Fill it, attach a photo, sign it
• Return it to the BLO during their door-to-door campaign

Online

Visit: https://voter.eci.gov.in
Under SERVICES → Fill Enumeration Form
Submit all details and documents online.

Challenges Voters Are Facing

• Lack of proper documentation
• Missing 2003 voter records
• Uncertainty over booth number or constituency
• Confusion between forms (6, 7, 8A, SIR)

The BLO clarified that the most common confusion is regarding the requirement of 2003 data—especially for those who were minors at the time. In that case, your parents’ EPIC number from 2003 is mandatory.

Important Dates

• 4 Nov – 4 Dec 2025: BLO door-to-door distribution of forms
• 9 Dec 2025: Publication of draft electoral roll
• 9 Dec 2025 – 8 Jan 2026: Filing claims and objections
• 9 Dec 2025 – 31 Jan 2026: Disposal of claims and objections
• 7 Feb 2026: Final electoral roll publication

Key Voter Instructions

• BLO must visit three times if the voter is unavailable
• If absent thrice, the voter may be marked Absent / Shifted / Dead
• Name removal requires Form-7
• Address change within the same constituency requires Form 8A
• Moving to a new constituency requires Form 6

Bottom Line

Most voter issues today stem from misinformation and lack of awareness, not from missing data. The 2003 electoral roll is fully available online, and BLOs insist that any voter can retrieve it by following the steps correctly.

This guide aims to make the process simpler, clearer, and stress-free for every voter looking to restore their rightful place in the voter list.