Parliamentalry Election Guide
Federal Parliament
Nepal has a bicameral legislature with two houses working together to govern the nation
House of Representatives
Pratinidhi Sabha — the lower house
National Assembly
Rastriya Sabha — the upper house
Upcoming Elections
The current House of Representatives was dissolved on September 12, 2025 due to protests.
March 5, 2026
Next General Election for House of Representatives
How to Vote
Step-by-step guide to participating in Nepal's democratic process
Check Your ID
Verify your voter ID card and find your designated polling station location.
Go to Polling Station
Visit your designated polling station on election day with valid identification.
Cast Your Vote
Mark your preferred candidate (FPTP) and party (PR) on separate ballots.
Results
Follow live vote counting and results after polls close.
Election Video Guide
Watch this comprehensive guide to understand Nepal's electoral process
Voting Eligibility
Requirements to participate in Nepal's elections
Citizenship
Must be a Nepali citizen with valid documentation
Age Requirement
Must be at least 18 years old on election date
Voter Registration
Name must be on electoral roll with valid voter ID
For Nepalis Abroad
Supreme Court ruling allows Nepali citizens abroad who haven't renounced citizenship and have voter ID to vote via diplomatic missions. Implementation details are still under discussion.
Why It Matters
Your vote shapes Nepal's future
Government Formation
The elected House of Representatives forms the government.
Policy Making
Laws, policies, and budget decisions that affect your daily life are made by elected representatives.
Proportional Representation
The PR system ensures smaller parties and minorities have a voice in parliament.
Democratic Oversight
The National Assembly provides continuity and oversight to ensure balanced governance.
Timeline of House of Representatives Elections
उम्मेदवारको मनोनयन पत्र दर्ता
Registration of Candidates' Nomination Papers
निर्वाचन आयोगद्वारा मनोनित उम्मेदवारको नामावली प्रकाशन
Publication of Nominated Candidates List by the Election Commission
उम्मेदवारविरुद्ध उजुरी दर्ता
Submission of Complaints Against Candidates
मनोनयन पत्र र उजुरीको सत्यापन तथा छानबिन
Verification and Investigation of Nomination Papers and Complaints
सत्यापित उम्मेदवारको नामावली प्रकाशन
Publication of Verified Candidates List
उम्मेदवारले मनोनयन फिर्ता लिन पाउने अन्तिम मिति (यदि लागू भएमा)
Withdrawal of Nominations by Candidates (if applicable)
अन्तिम उम्मेदवार नामावली प्रकाशन
Publication of Final Candidates List
उम्मेदवारलाई निर्वाचन चिन्ह तोक्नु
Allocation of Election Symbols to Candidates
मतदान गर्ने दिन
Voting Day