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West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 — Results, Seat Split & Official Verification
West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 results, seat share and turnout, plus how to verify constituency-wise results on the ECI's official portal.
Introduction
The election to West Bengal Assembly’s 294 seats was held in 2026 and the results have been declared by the Election Commission (ECI). Various claims about the results continue to circulate on social media — so this page offers a simple way to verify them from the official source.
Key Results of the 2026 Election (ECI-Declared)
- Bharatiya Janata Party: about 207 seats — a clear majority out of 294.
- Trinamool Congress: about 80 seats — a major fall from 215 seats in 2021; out of power after three terms.
- Voter turnout: about 92.7% — more than 6.3 crore voters cast their votes.
(Seat figures are according to the ECI’s final tally after counting; last verified: October 2026. Detailed and seat-wise results: results.eci.gov.in)
Government Formation and What Comes Next
The majority party forms the government in the Assembly. For the ordinary voter, the most useful next step is keeping local project benefits flowing through the new MLA — so it is a good idea to note the winning candidate’s name and contact details for your seat from the official portal.
Voter List and Preparation for the Next Election
Even after the election, the voter list is updated all year round — applications to add new voters, transfers and corrections can be made at any time. Verify your name before the next panchayat and municipal elections:
- Check the voter list: West Bengal Voter List 2026 Guide
- Find your booth: Polling Booth Locator Guide
Further Reading
- Government schemes and eligibility: Government Schemes Hub
🪜 Step-by-step guide
- Go to the Official Results Portal
Open results.eci.gov.in and select the 'West Bengal' election — candidate-wise results for all 294 seats and the party-wise tally are officially available here.
- Search by Seat or Candidate
Type a specific seat's name (such as Bhabanipur, Alipurduars) or a candidate's name to see the result including the victory margin.
- Verify Social Media Claims
Always cross-check 'results' or 'winners' lists circulating on social media against the ECI portal — the data here is final and authoritative.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When were the West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 results declared?
Counting took place in May 2026 after polling ended, and the results were declared the same day on the ECI's results portal. Constituency-wise detailed results are available on results.eci.gov.in.
Which party won a majority in the 2026 election?
According to the ECI-declared results, the Bharatiya Janata Party won about 207 of the 294 seats, securing a majority and standing to form the government; the Trinamool Congress's seat count fell to about 80. Verify the latest numbers on results.eci.gov.in.
What was the voter turnout in 2026?
According to the ECI, the turnout this time was about 92.7% — one of the highest levels of participation in the state's history.