The final electoral roll for Assam’s Special Revision (SR) 2026 has recorded a decline in voters registered under the third-gender category, even as the overall electorate remains close to 2.5 crore.
According to official data released on February 10, the number of third-gender voters in Assam has decreased from 37 in 2025 to 32 in 2026, marking a drop of five voters or approximately 13.5 per cent.
Assam’s final electoral roll for SR 2026 shows a decline in third-gender voters from 37 in 2025 to 32 in 2026. The overall electorate stands at 2,49,58,139 across 126 Assembly constituencies. The revision followed a statewide house-to-house verification exercise.
Overall Voter Figures
The final roll places Assam’s electorate at:
- Total voters: 2,49,58,139
- Male voters: 1,24,82,213
- Female voters: 1,24,75,583
- Third-gender voters: 343
While the state-level total under the third-gender category is 343, the specific comparison highlighted in the revision indicates a decline in one segment of the roll from 37 to 32 voters.
The overall voter population remains nearly 2.49 crore across 126 Assembly constituencies.
What This Means for Guwahati
Guwahati, which includes five Assembly constituencies under the Kamrup Metropolitan district, has seen detailed voter roll updates following the Special Revision.
The decline in third-gender voter registration has raised broader questions around continuity of enrollment, migration, deletions during verification, and documentation issues.
Local community groups and civil society organisations in Guwahati have previously advocated for greater inclusion and awareness among transgender residents regarding voter registration processes.
How the Revision Was Conducted
The final roll was prepared after:
- House-to-house verification: November 22 to December 20, 2025
- Draft publication: December 27, 2025
- Claims and objections period: Until January 22, 2026
Assam followed a full house-to-house verification model rather than relying solely on form-based submissions.
A total of 29,656 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) were deployed across the state.
Deletions During the Process
The revision exercise resulted in the deletion of 2,43,485 names from the draft roll, which initially listed 2,52,01,624 voters.
Authorities stated that deletions were made after identifying:
- Deceased voters
- Electors who had shifted residence
- Cases of multiple enrollment
Corrections were carried out following prescribed procedures.
Why Inclusion Matters
For Guwahati, which is home to a visible and active transgender community, voter registration serves as an important marker of civic identity and participation.
A decline in the third-gender category highlights the need for continued outreach and verification to ensure eligible citizens are not inadvertently excluded.
What Happens Next?
The final roll will serve as the basis for upcoming elections in Assam.
Eligible voters who believe their names have been omitted can approach election authorities through the prescribed appeal process within the stipulated timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many third-gender voters are registered in Assam in 2026?
The final electoral roll records 343 voters under the third-gender category statewide. A specific segment saw a decline from 37 to 32 voters compared to 2025.
Why were voters deleted from the draft roll?
Officials said deletions were made after identifying deceased persons, voters who had shifted residence, and cases of multiple enrollment following house-to-house verification.