Welcome to your premier source for the 16th Puducherry Legislative Assembly elections in 2026. As a vital Union Territory, Puducherry will witness a major electoral showdown between the ruling NDA coalition and the Congress-DMK-led opposition bloc. We provide meticulous tracking of Election Commission schedules, nomination dates, and candidate affidavits across all 30 constituencies. Stay ahead with our in-depth reporting on regional alliances, party strategies, and key socio-economic issues influencing voters. Experience comprehensive election day reporting, live voter turnout tracking, and fast, accurate vote counting updates that will determine the UT's next government.

Election Schedule

Last date for nominations	23-03-2026, Mon
Last date for withdrawal of nominations	26-03-2026, Thu
Date of poll	09-04-2026, Thu
Counting of votes	04-05-2026, Mon
all 1 phase election in 30 constituencies Detail Schedule

Puducherry Assembly Election Results

2021

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Party	seats won/lead	Contesting Candidates	Strike rate	% votes in all seats
AINRC	10 (+2)	16	62.5%	25.85%
BJP	6 (+6)	9	66.67%	13.66%
DMK	6 (+4)	13	46.15%	18.51%
IND	6 (+5)	116	5.17%	12.68%
INC	2 (-13)	14	14.29%	15.71%

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Voter Turnout

Overall voter turnout in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1964

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Voter Turnout (Female)

Overall female voter turnout in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1964

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Voter turnout (Male)

Overall male voter turnout in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1964

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Polling Stations

Overall number of polling stations in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1964.

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Total Electors

Overall number of electors (those registered to vote) in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1964.

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Electorate sex ratio

Number of female voters per 1000 male voters in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1964

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Total Contestants

Total number of candidates in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1990

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Female Contestants

Total number of women contesting in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1990

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Forfeited Deposits

Total number of forfeited deposits of female candidates in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1990.

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Forfeited Deposits

Total number of forfeited deposits in Puducherry Assembly elections since 1990

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