Chennai Voter List 2026: 28.93 Lakh Voters Across 16 Constituencies, 74,089 New Voters
Chennai has recorded a total of 28.93 lakh voters across its 16 Assembly constituencies, according to the latest electoral roll released by election authorities. The updated data highlights a steady increase in voter enrollment ahead of the upcoming elections in Tamil Nadu.
A major highlight of the revised voter list is the addition of 74,089 first-time voters, indicating strong participation from newly eligible young citizens. This surge in youth voters is expected to play a significant role in shaping the electoral outcome.
Gender-Wise Voter Distribution
The voter demographics show a balanced distribution:
Male voters: 13.95 lakh
Female voters: 14.96 lakh
Third gender voters: 868
The higher number of female voters continues to reflect positive trends in voter registration and participation in Chennai.
Age-Wise Voter Insights
The electoral data also provides a detailed age-wise breakdown:
18–19 years: 74,089 voters
20–29 years: 4.87 lakh
30–39 years: 5.46 lakh
40–49 years: 6.54 lakh (largest group)
Senior citizens also form a notable part of the electorate, with over 23,000 voters aged above 85 years, showcasing strong democratic participation across generations.
Special Category Voters
The electoral roll includes several special categories:
Persons with disabilities: 12,697
Service voters: 559
Additionally, a few centenarian voters aged above 100 years have been identified in constituencies such as Royapuram, Villivakkam, and Dr. Radhakrishnan Nagar.
Key Highlights
- Total voters: 28.93 lakh
- Constituencies covered: 16
- First-time voters: 74,089
- Increased youth participation
The updated electoral roll reflects Chennai’s evolving voter base and highlights the growing importance of young voters in the democratic process. Authorities have encouraged all eligible citizens to actively participate in the upcoming elections.
