Election Commission announces Rajya Sabha polls for 37 seats on March 16

Biennial elections for 37 Rajya Sabha seats in 10 states are scheduled for March 16, 2026. The Election Commission of India has set the dates for nominations, scrutiny, and withdrawals. Polling will occur on March 16, with vote counting the same day. The entire process concludes before March 20, 2026. These elections fill seats as terms expire in April 2026.

Election Commission announces Rajya Sabha polls for 37 seats on March 16
Biennial elections for 37 Rajya Sabha seats in 10 states are scheduled for March 16, 2026. The Election Commission of India has set the dates for nominations, scrutiny, and withdrawals. Polling will occur on March 16, with vote counting the same day. The entire process concludes before March 20, 2026. These elections fill seats as terms expire in April 2026.