The Election Commission of India has released the official schedule for the Bihar Legislative Assembly elections 2025, covering all 243 assembly constituencies. The elections will be conducted in two phases to ensure smooth voting and administrative management.
Phase-wise Schedule:
Phase 1 – 121 Constituencies
- Date of Issue of Gazette Notification: 10 October 2025 (Friday)
- Last Date for Filing Nominations: 17 October 2025 (Friday)
- Date for Scrutiny of Nominations: 18 October 2025 (Saturday)
- Last Date for Withdrawal of Candidature: 20 October 2025 (Monday)
- Polling Date: 6 November 2025 (Thursday)
Phase 2 – 122 Constituencies
- Date of Issue of Gazette Notification: 13 October 2025 (Monday)
- Last Date for Filing Nominations: 20 October 2025 (Monday)
- Date for Scrutiny of Nominations: 21 October 2025 (Tuesday)
- Last Date for Withdrawal of Candidature: 23 October 2025 (Thursday)
- Polling Date: 11 November 2025 (Tuesday)
Counting and Completion:
- Counting of Votes: 14 November 2025 (Friday)
- Election Completion Date: 16 November 2025 (Sunday)
Key Points to Note:
- All election activities, including notifications, nominations, and scrutiny, will strictly follow the Election Commission guidelines.
- Candidates must submit their nominations within the prescribed deadlines to participate.
- Withdrawal of candidature is allowed only before the specified dates in each phase.
- Polling will be conducted using Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) across all constituencies.
- Security and law-and-order arrangements will be deployed by the state government and central forces for smooth polling.
- Voter awareness campaigns and facilities will be ensured to maximize participation.
- The phased schedule allows for better management and monitoring by election authorities.
This election will determine the composition of the Bihar Legislative Assembly for the next five years, making it a significant political event for the state.