AP MPTC ZPTC Elections 2026: Notification and Complete Schedule
Nomination dates, scrutiny, withdrawal, polling and counting details from Notification No.905/SEC-B1/2026, dated 19 October 2026.
AP MPTC ZPTC Elections 2026: The supplied Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission notification sets out the schedule for the 2nd Ordinary Elections to MPTCs and ZPTCs, 2026. Polling is scheduled for 3 November 2026, wherever necessary, and counting for 5 November 2026.
The Returning Officer is scheduled to issue the election notice on 21 October 2026. Nominations can be filed from that date, with the last date fixed as 23 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
AP MPTC ZPTC Elections 2026 Overview
| Issuing authority | Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission |
|---|---|
| Election | 2nd Ordinary Elections to MPTCs and ZPTCs, 2026 |
| Notification number | 905/SEC-B1/2026 |
| Notification date | 19 October 2026 |
| Election notice and electoral-roll display | 21 October 2026 |
| Polling date | 3 November 2026, wherever necessary |
| Re-poll date | 4 November 2026, if any |
| Counting date | 5 November 2026 |
| Languages in supplied PDF | English and Telugu; four pages |
AP MPTC ZPTC Election Schedule 2026: All Important Dates
The annexure to Notification No.905/SEC-B1/2026 specifies the following programme. All times below are local times in Andhra Pradesh (IST).
| Election activity | Date | Time / details |
|---|---|---|
| Election notice by Returning Officer in Form-II | 21 October 2026 | Nominations may be filed from this date, 10:30 AM–5:00 PM |
| Display of MPTC/ZPTC electoral rolls | 21 October 2026 | By the Returning Officer |
| Last date for nominations | 23 October 2026 | Up to 5:00 PM |
| Scrutiny of nominations | 24 October 2026 | From 8:00 AM onwards |
| Appeal against rejection of nominations | 25 October 2026 | Up to 5:00 PM |
| Disposal of appeals | 26 October 2026 | By the appellate authority |
| Withdrawal of candidature | 27 October 2026 | Before 3:00 PM |
| Final list of contesting candidates | 27 October 2026 | After 3:00 PM |
| Polling, wherever necessary | 3 November 2026 | 7:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Re-poll, if any | 4 November 2026 | 7:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Counting of votes | 5 November 2026 | From 8:00 AM onwards |
| Declaration of results | After counting | Soon after completion of counting of votes |
Nomination Dates, Scrutiny and Withdrawal
The election notice in Form-II and display of the MPTC/ZPTC electoral roll by the Returning Officer are scheduled for 21 October 2026. The notification permits filing nominations from that date between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM. The receipt deadline is 23 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Scrutiny begins at 8:00 AM on 24 October 2026. Withdrawal must take place before 3:00 PM on 27 October 2026, and the final list of contesting candidates is scheduled for publication after 3:00 PM on that date.
Appeals Against Rejection of Nominations
| Constituency type | Appellate authority | Appeal deadline |
|---|---|---|
| MPTC | Concerned Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) | 25 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| ZPTC | District Collector | 25 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
Disposal of appeals by the appellate authority is scheduled for 26 October 2026.
Polling, Re-Polling and Counting Dates
- Polling: 3 November 2026, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, wherever necessary.
- Re-poll: 4 November 2026, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, if any.
- Counting: 5 November 2026, from 8:00 AM onwards.
- Results: Soon after completion of counting of votes.
The notification provides the counting schedule; it does not contain constituency-wise election results.
What Are MPTC and ZPTC Elections?
MPTC stands for Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency, and ZPTC stands for Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency. The supplied notification calls upon registered voters in Mandal Praja Parishads and Zilla Praja Parishads to elect their respective territorial constituency members.
Important Exception in the Notification
ఏపీ ఎంపీటీసీ, జెడ్పీటీసీ ఎన్నికలు 2026 – ముఖ్య వివరాలు
అందించిన రాష్ట్ర ఎన్నికల సంఘం నోటిఫికేషన్ నెం.905/SEC-B1/2026, తేదీ 19.10.2026 ప్రకారం ఎంపీటీసీ, జెడ్పీటీసీ ఎన్నికల కార్యక్రమం ఇలా ఉంది:
- నామినేషన్ల ప్రారంభం: 21.10.2026; ఉదయం 10:30 నుంచి సాయంత్రం 5:00 గంటల వరకు.
- నామినేషన్ల స్వీకరణకు చివరి తేదీ: 23.10.2026, సాయంత్రం 5:00 గంటల వరకు.
- నామినేషన్ల పరిశీలన: 24.10.2026, ఉదయం 8:00 గంటల నుంచి.
- తిరస్కరించిన నామినేషన్లపై అప్పీళ్లు: 25.10.2026, సాయంత్రం 5:00 గంటల వరకు.
- అప్పీళ్ల పరిష్కారం: 26.10.2026.
- అభ్యర్థిత్వ ఉపసంహరణ: 27.10.2026, మధ్యాహ్నం 3:00 గంటల లోపు.
- పోటీ అభ్యర్థుల తుది జాబితా: 27.10.2026, మధ్యాహ్నం 3:00 గంటల తర్వాత.
- పోలింగ్: 03.11.2026, ఉదయం 7:00 నుంచి సాయంత్రం 5:00 గంటల వరకు; అవసరమైన చోట్ల.
- రీపోల్ ఉంటే: 04.11.2026, ఉదయం 7:00 నుంచి సాయంత్రం 5:00 గంటల వరకు.
- ఓట్ల లెక్కింపు: 05.11.2026, ఉదయం 8:00 గంటల నుంచి. లెక్కింపు పూర్తయిన వెంటనే ఫలితాల ప్రకటన.
కోర్టు స్టే లేదా పరిపాలనాపరమైన / న్యాయపరమైన అవరోధాలు ఉన్న స్థానాలకు నోటీసులు జారీ చేయరాదని అనుబంధంలో పేర్కొన్నారు.
Details Not Specified in This Notification
The supplied PDF does not give constituency-wise seat totals, reservation lists, nomination fees, candidate eligibility requirements, polling-station lists, an online nomination application link, or a polling-duty appointment schedule. Obtain the relevant instructions from the concerned Returning Officer or the State Election Commission.
AP MPTC ZPTC Elections 2026 Notification PDF Download
The supplied PDF contains the notification and election schedule in both English and Telugu.
| Document / resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification No.905/SEC-B1/2026 and schedule — English & Telugu | View Notification PDF Download PDF |
| Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission | Visit AP SEC website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AP MPTC ZPTC election polling date in 2026?
According to the supplied Notification No.905/SEC-B1/2026 dated 19 October 2026, polling is scheduled for 3 November 2026, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, wherever necessary.
When can candidates file nominations?
Nominations can be filed from 21 October 2026 between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM. The last date for receipt of nominations is 23 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
What is the last date to withdraw candidature?
The last date for withdrawal is 27 October 2026, before 3:00 PM. The final list of contesting candidates is scheduled for publication after 3:00 PM that day.
When will votes be counted?
Counting is scheduled for 5 November 2026, from 8:00 AM onwards. Results are to be declared soon after counting is completed.
Where are appeals against rejection of nominations filed?
For MPTC nominations, appeals are before the concerned Revenue Divisional Officer. For ZPTC nominations, appeals are before the District Collector. The appeal deadline is 25 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Does the notification cover every constituency without exceptions?
The annexure says an election notice shall not be issued for MPTCs or ZPTCs where a court has stayed the election or where administrative or legal impediments make holding the election infeasible.
Does this PDF provide an online application link or nomination fee?
The supplied four-page notification does not specify an online application link, nomination fee, candidate eligibility details, reservation lists or constituency-wise seat totals. Refer to the Returning Officer and applicable official instructions for those details.
