Prepare for the highly anticipated 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections in 2026 with our round-the-clock coverage. West Bengal's fiercely contested arena features a high-stakes battle between the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), the opposition BJP, and the Left-Congress-ISF alliance. We offer deep dives into multi-phase polling schedules, rigorous tracking of candidate lists across all 294 constituencies, and detailed analysis of shifting political loyalties. Stay informed on core regional issues, party manifestos, and intense rallies.

Election Schedule

Last date for nominations (Phase 1)	06-04-2026, Mon
Last date for withdrawal of nominations (Phase 1)	09-04-2026, Thu
Date of poll (Phase 1)	23-04-2026, Thu
Last date for nominations (Phase 2)	09-04-2026, Thu
Last date for withdrawal of nominations (Phase 2)	13-04-2026, Mon
Date of poll (Phase 2)	29-04-2026, Wed
Counting of votes	04-05-2026, Mon
all 2 phase election in 294 constituencies Detail Schedule

West Bengal Assembly Election Results

2021

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Party	seats won/lead	Contesting Candidates	Strike rate	% votes in all seats
TMC	215 (+4)	290	74.14%	48.02%
BJP	77 (+74)	293	26.28%	37.97%
RSSCMJP	1	32	03.13%	1.35%
IND	1 (0)	615	00.16%	1.58%

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Voter Turnout

Overall voter turnout in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1951.

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Voter Turnout (Female)

Overall female voter turnout in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1962.

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Voter turnout (Male)

Overall male voter turnout in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1962.

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Polling Stations

Overall number of polling stations in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1962.

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Total Electors

Overall number of electors (those registered to vote) in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1951.

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Electorate sex ratio

Number of female voters per 1000 male voters in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1962.

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Total Contestants

Total number of candidates in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1951.

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Female Contestants

Total number of women contesting in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1962.

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Female Winners

Total number of winning women candidates in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1962.

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Forfeited Deposits

Total number of forfeited deposits in West Bengal Assembly elections since 1969.

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