Assembly Election Results 2026: When will results for Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry be declared?

With the high-stakes second and final phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 concluding on Wednesday, the results of the key political tests will be out on May 4.

The Election Commission of India will declare the Assembly Elections 2026 results for Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on Monday, May 4, 2026. Counting of votes is scheduled to begin around 8:00 AM. Initial trends are expected within the first few hours, while final results are likely to be declared by evening.

Assembly Elections Results 2026: Date, Time and Counting DetailsResult Date & Time

• Date: May 4, 2026 (Monday)
• Counting Start: Around 8:00 AM (as per standard ECI practice)
• Initial Trends: Likely to emerge within the first few hours
• Final Results: Expected by afternoon or evening, depending on counting rounds

Counting Process Explained
The counting of votes will be conducted under the supervision of the Election Commission of India in a structured manner:

1. Postal Ballots First
   Counting begins with postal ballots, including votes cast by service and absentee voters.
2. EVM Counting
   Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) are opened after postal ballots are counted. Votes are tallied in multiple rounds for each constituency, and VVPAT slips may be randomly verified for transparency.
3. Round-wise Updates
   Results are released after each round of counting, and early trends may change significantly before stabilising.
4. Final Declaration
   Returning Officers declare winners constituency-wise, after which official results are compiled and published.

Where to Check Live Results

Official Website
The Election Commission’s results portal will provide state-wise and constituency-wise data in real time.

Mobile Apps
The Voter Helpline app will offer live updates, trends and final results.

TV & Digital Platforms
News channels, websites, live blogs and YouTube streams will provide minute-by-minute coverage.

States and UTs Counting Votes on May 4
Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry will see results declared on the same day, ensuring a uniform conclusion of the election process.