ECINET app explained: Features, benefits and how to use it

Voting in India has always meant juggling between multiple apps and websites, whether it be for checking your name on the voter list, finding your polling booth or reporting problems. However, that’s not the case anymore, as the Election Commission of India has brought all of this together in one place with an app known as ECINET. Instead of downloading nearly 40 separate apps, citizens, candidates, political parties and election officials can use a single app for almost everything related to elections. The app is a one-stop solution for your election problems and is available in English and 22 regional languages. Follow along with the article to learn more about the ECINET app, its features, benefits and how you can use it.

What is the ECINET app?

ECINET is the official app developed by the Indian government which is controlled by the Election Commission of India. The main aim of the app is to replace nearly 40 older apps, which include the Voter Helpline App, cVIGIL and Know Your Candidate, with one single platform. The app has an easy-to-use user interface, and the user experience with the app is also good. You can practically find everything related to the elections within the app, whether it be voter registration forms, searching your name in the last SIR feature or searching your name in the voter list feature. 

How to use the ECINET app

Using the ECINET app is very simple; all you need to do is follow the easy steps below:

1. Download the app from the Play Store or App Store.

2. Register using your EPIC number or mobile number.

3. Choose your preferred language.

4. Browse services on the home screen, such as voter search or booth locator.

5. Track your applications and complaints inside the app.

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ECINET app: Features

While the app offers multiple features for both citizens and the election commission officers. Here are some of the most important features offered by the ECINET app:

• Voter registration and electoral roll search.
• Download of digital voter ID, called e-EPIC.
• Polling booth locator and voting trends.
• Know Your Candidate section.
• Option to file complaints about election issues.
• Book a call with your local booth-level officer.

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ECINET app: Benefits

It offers many benefits to both the Indian citizens and the election commissioner officers. Below I’ve listed some of the benefits of the app:

• Support for 22 regional languages.
• One app instead of many, saving time and storage space.
• Faster processing of voting applications and requests.
• Quick updates about elections and results.
• Easy way to check if you can vote.
• Trusted source for correct election information.