Image used for representation purpose only. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu As the 2026 State Assembly elections draw closer, it becomes important for voters to understand what happens at a polling station. This is especially relevant for first-time voters, many of whom may be unfamiliar with the procedures involved. Here is a step-by-step guide to what voters can expect after entering a polling station. Published – April 08, 2026 10:30 am IST Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation Sikkim: Army clears route, rescue of stranded tourists begins from Lachen New Tamil play Mr. Stranger on the absence of work-life balance in today’s world