The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission has issued election-related notifications dated October 14, 2026, covering municipal corporations, municipalities, nagar panchayats and other local bodies across the state. The official documents outline the election process, nomination deadlines and other key dates for the local bodies covered by the notifications. The schedules have been issued under the authority of State Election Commissioner Anil Chandra Punetha.
According to the municipal election schedule, the nomination process begins on October 16. The last date for filing nominations is October 18, while scrutiny of nominations is scheduled for October 19. The list of candidates after the withdrawal process is scheduled for October 21. Polling is listed for October 28, with counting and declaration of results scheduled for October 30. These dates apply to the municipal election process specified in the notification.
The Commission has also issued a separate schedule relating to Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTCs), Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs) and gram panchayat elections. The document lists stages for these polls, including publication of electoral details, filing and scrutiny of nominations, withdrawal, polling and counting. The exact dates differ according to the category of local body, so candidates and voters should consult the relevant notification before relying on a particular deadline.
The accompanying annexure lists urban local bodies district-wise, along with the number of wards or divisions shown for each body. This includes entries from districts such as Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, Guntur, Prakasam, Nellore, Kadapa, Kurnool, Anantapur and Chittoor, among others. Candidates are advised to check the official schedule and local election notices for the details applicable to their area.
The notification is dated October 14, 2026, and carries reference number 738/SEC-F1/2026. Voters and candidates should rely on the State Election Commission’s official communications for any clarifications, revisions or additional instructions.