The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 marks a crucial turning point for one of India’s most politically dynamic states. As the term of the current assembly ends on November 22, 2025, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the poll schedule.
Bihar Assembly Election 2025 will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11. the counting will be done on November 14.
This page is your one-stop source for all updates — from poll dates and phase schedule to candidate lists, alliances, manifestos, voter rolls, and results — updated in real time as official information is released.
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Read: Result Of Bihar Election 2020 – Constituency Wise Winners And Vote Share
Bihar Assembly Election 2025 Dates And Schedule
(To be updated once officially announced by the ECI)
- Poll Dates: Two phases on November 6 and 11
- Counting Date: November 14
- Term of Current Assembly Ends: November 22, 2025
- Total Seats: 243 Assembly Constituencies
- Polling Stations: 90,712
- Polling Personnel In Bihar: 8.53 Lakh
| Phase | Seats | Notification Date | Last Date for Nomination | Scrutiny Date | Withdrawal Last Date | Polling Date | Counting Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | 121 | 10 Oct, 2025 | 17 Oct, 2025 | 18 Oct, 2025 | 20 Oct, 2025 | 6 Nov, 2025 | 14 Nov, 2025 |
| II | 122 | 13 Oct, 2025 | 20 Oct, 2025 | 21 Oct, 2025 | 23 Oct, 2025 | 11 Nov, 2025 | 14 Nov, 2025 |
Key Highlights Of Bihar Assembly Election 2025
- 243 constituencies to go to polls across Bihar.
- The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list—Bihar’s first in 22 years—has “purified” rolls to ensure accurate representation.
- 7.42 crore voters are registered in the final list, with nearly 69 lakh deletions due to duplication or migration.
- The ECI has rolled out 17 new reforms to make polling smoother and more transparent—expected to serve as a national model.
- The election may be held in fewer phases compared to 2020, likely scheduled after Chhath Puja to encourage maximum turnout.
Major Political Alliances And Contesting Parties
1. National Democratic Alliance (NDA)
- Key Members: BJP, JD(U), HAM(S), and VIP (expected)
- Chief Ministerial Face: Nitish Kumar (JD-U)
- Focus Areas: Governance stability, infrastructure, employment, and law and order.
2. Mahagathbandhan / INDIA Bloc
- Key Members: RJD, Congress, CPI(ML), CPI, CPI(M)
- Chief Ministerial Face: Likely Tejashwi Yadav (RJD)
- Focus Areas: Job creation, price rise, education, and youth empowerment.
3. Other Emerging Players
- AIMIM is expected to contest in select Muslim-majority seats.
- LJP (Ram Vilas and Paswan factions) may play a crucial spoiler or kingmaker role.
- Several regional independents and smaller caste-based parties are likely to influence micro-level outcomes.
Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Voter List, New Reforms And Polling Experience
The 2025 Bihar election will be the first to use the purified voter list after two decades. The ECI has deleted ineligible names and added new voters through intensive field verification.
Key Polling Reforms:
- Home voting for senior citizens (85+) and PwD voters.
- QR-code enabled voter slips for faster verification.
- AI-based monitoring systems for candidate expenditure.
- Enhanced security and GPS tracking for EVMs.
- Green polling stations to reduce environmental impact.
These initiatives aim to improve transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility across Bihar’s 38 districts.
Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Manifestos And Campaign Themes (To be updated once released)
What to Watch For:
- Employment & Education: Both blocs are expected to focus on job creation and skill development.
- Agriculture & Welfare: MSP assurance and farmer debt support likely to dominate rural campaigns.
- Women’s Empowerment: Subsidy schemes, micro-loans, and SHG expansion will be key talking points.
- Law & Order: A recurring issue in Bihar politics that could shape urban voter sentiment.
Once manifestos are published, we’ll update this section with highlights and comparisons.
Key Constituencies To Watch In Bihar Assembly Election 2025
| Constituency | District | 2020 Winner | 2025 Key Contest |
| Raghopur | Vaishali | Tejashwi Yadav (RJD) | TBD |
| Nalanda | Nalanda | JD(U) | TBD |
| Patna Sahib | Patna | BJP | TBD |
| Jehanabad | Jehanabad | RJD | TBD |
| Sitamarhi | Sitamarhi | BJP | TBD |
(Full constituency-wise candidate and result list will be added after official notification.)
How To Check Your Name In The Bihar Voter List
- Visit https://eci.gov.in or https://nvsp.in
- Click Search in Electoral Roll
- Enter your name, EPIC number, or district
- Verify polling booth details and download your digital voter slip
You can also contact your local Booth Level Officer (BLO) for any correction or inclusion request under the ongoing SIR process.
Bihar Election 2025 Results: Live Updates
The counting of votes will likely take place within 2–3 days after the final polling phase. Results will be declared constituency-wise and updated in real time here, along with:
- Party-wise seat share
- Margin of victory
- Voter turnout by district
- Post-result alliance formations
(This section will go live on counting day with verified ECI data.)
Bihar Political Background
The 2020 assembly election ended with a narrow victory for the NDA, which secured 125 out of 243 seats, while the RJD-led Grand Alliance won 110 seats.
Since then, Bihar has witnessed shifting alliances and leadership changes that make 2025 a high-stakes, unpredictable contest likely to shape national narratives before the 2026 Lok Sabha polls.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
| Total Assembly Seats | 243 |
| Term End Date | November 22, 2025 |
| Total Registered Voters | 7.42 crore |
| First Election Year | 1952 |
| Major Political Players | NDA, INDIA Bloc, LJP factions, AIMIM |
| Governing Party (as of 2025) | JD(U)–BJP (NDA) |
FAQs
When will the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 be held?
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is expected to announce the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 schedule in October. Polling is likely between late October and early November 2025.
How many seats are there in the Bihar Assembly?
The Bihar Legislative Assembly has a total of 243 seats, with elections held every five years.
When does the current Bihar Assembly’s term end?
The current Bihar Assembly’s term ends on November 22, 2025. Elections must be conducted before that date.
Who are the major parties contesting Bihar Election 2025?
The main alliances are the NDA (BJP–JD(U)–HAM–VIP) and the INDIA Bloc (RJD–Congress–Left parties). Other key players include LJP factions and AIMIM.
How can I check my name in the Bihar voter list?
You can verify your name in the Bihar electoral roll by visiting https://nvsp.in or https://eci.gov.in and searching by your name, EPIC number, or district.
How many voters are registered for the Bihar 2025 elections?
As per the latest voter roll revision, over 7.42 crore voters are registered across Bihar’s 38 districts.
When will Bihar election results be declared?
The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 results will be declared a few days after the final phase of polling, expected in November 2025.
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