By applying for an electoral identity card, new voters or citizens enter a completely new phase of life in which their decisions become synonymous with that of the entire democracy. Their votes make or sometimes destroy governments and therefore it is of the highest priority that these decisions can take shape in an atmosphere with the minimum influence and obstacles and the maximum amount of brain storming. It is the duty of the Election Commission of India to ensure that there is no rigidity in the way various political parties conduct their political campaigns. In this way, the commission verifies that there is no undue or illegitimate influence on voters, in the form of money or gifts in exchange for votes. In addition to this influence, the ECI also has a duty to ensure that there are as few obstacles as possible. so that voters can cast their votes. Therefore, the quality of mechanisms facilitating voter registration and issuing voter ID cards has been maintained at high levels. Although it is also the duty of citizens who wish to apply for voter ID card to ensure that their registration process is smooth and without any rigidity. How can the voter ensure a smooth application process? Voters can do this by:-Filling out voter registration forms with minimal errors. Do not provide any falsified information. Be well equipped with all documents required for voter registration. Constantly check the status of the application so that any discrepancies or errors can be corrected immediately into effect. Be patient and give the authorities sufficient time to evaluate the application for their voter ID card. Make sure their photograph and details in the list of voters are correct without e...... middle of paper......eva centers. To summarize, there are 3 main ways to apply for voter ID cards namely: - Apply directly at the election office. Apply online at the voter's state chief executive officer's website. Apply at Mee-Seva Centers in Andhra Pradesh. The fastest ways to apply is the Online Application and Mee-Seva centre. If you apply using these two methods, you will most likely receive your voter ID card within 30 days from the date you submit your application form. While if you go to apply directly from the CEO office, it would take much longer, sometimes up to 8-9 months. Therefore, if the elections are approaching, i.e. only a couple of months away, it is highly advisable for citizens to apply online so that the voter ID cards are issued just in time for them to cast their vote..