Expected Timeline
2027 Key Election Milestones
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is slated to release the official gazette notification for the Punjab Legislative Assembly Elections in early 2027. Below are the anticipated dates based on historical election cycles.
Notification
January 2027
Expected
Polling Day
February 2027
Single Phase (117 Seats)
Counting of Votes
March 2027
Live Result Declaration
Historical Reference: 2022 Election Schedule
For reference, here is the official schedule implemented during the 2022 Punjab Assembly Elections:
| Election Event | 2022 Official Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ECI Press Announcement | 8 January 2022 | Model Code of Conduct came into effect |
| Gazette Notification | 25 January 2022 | Official call for nominations |
| Last Date for Nominations | 1 February 2022 | Filing of candidate nomination papers |
| Scrutiny of Nominations | 2 February 2022 | Verification of candidate documentation |
| Last Date for Withdrawal | 4 February 2022 | Final list of contesting candidates published |
| Date of Polling | 20 February 2022 | Voting held across all 117 constituencies |
| Counting of Votes | 10 March 2022 | Official results declared (AAP landslide victory) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many assembly constituencies vote in Punjab?
There are a total of 117 assembly constituencies across 23 districts in Punjab. 59 seats are required for a majority.
Where can I view candidate nominations for 2027?
You can track real-time candidate announcements on our 2027 Candidates Tracker.