The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday announced the schedule for the biennial elections to the Maharashtra Legislative Council. The elections will be conducted by Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) to fill nine seats falling vacant due to the retirement of sitting members on May 13, 2026.
The members whose terms are ending include Sanjay Kishanrao Kenekar, Neelam Diwakar Gorhe, Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray, Sandeep Diwakar Joshi, Dadarao Yadavrao Keche, Amol Ramkrushna Mitkari, Ranjitsinh Vijaysinh Mohite-Patil, Rajesh Dhondiram Rathod, and Shashikant Jaywantrao Shinde.
As per the schedule released by the Commission, the notification for the elections will be issued on April 23, 2026. The last date for filing nominations is April 30, while scrutiny will take place on May 2. Candidates can withdraw their nominations until May 4.
Polling, if required, will be held on May 12 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, with counting of votes scheduled for the same day at 5:00 PM. The entire election process will be completed before May 13, 2026.
The Election Commission stated that the elections will be conducted in accordance with prescribed rules and procedures.
