Indiana Voting Guide
A task-focused dashboard for registration, deadlines, ID rules, ballot tools, and official election authority links for the 2026 midterms.
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State Voting Summary
In Indiana, the next general election is scheduled for November 3, 2026. To participate, voters must meet the following registration deadlines — online: 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5; mail: Must be postmarked 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5; in-person: 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5.
Early voting schedule: Early in-person voting runs Oct. 6 through noon Nov. 2. Hours and sites vary by county. Absentee ballot request deadline: Your county must receive your absentee application by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 22. Ballot return deadline: Your county must have your ballot by 6 p.m. on Nov. 3, and a postmark never counts.
ID requirement for Indiana: Indiana requires a photo ID issued by Indiana or the U.S. government, such as a driver's license, state ID card, U.S. passport, or military ID. IDs from state colleges and universities are no longer accepted. Without one, you can vote a provisional ballot and show ID to the county election board after Election Day. Always verify these dates and rules directly with the official Indiana election authority before Election Day.
Quick actions
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- Online
- 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5
- By mail
- Must be postmarked 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5
- In person
- 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5
- Eligibility
- U.S. citizen, resident of Indiana, and 18 by Election Day; confirm special circumstances with the official source.Verify at official source
Election Dates and Ballot Timing
General Election
November 3, 2026
Primary Election
May 5, 2026
- Primary
- May 5, 2026
- General
- November 3, 2026
- Early voting
- Early in-person voting runs Oct. 6 through noon Nov. 2. Hours and sites vary by county.Source: in.gov
- Ballot request
- Your county must receive your absentee application by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 22.Source: in.gov
- Ballot return
- Your county must have your ballot by 6 p.m. on Nov. 3, and a postmark never counts.Source: in.gov
How to Vote and ID Rules
Accepted ID guidance
Indiana requires a photo ID issued by Indiana or the U.S. government, such as a driver's license, state ID card, U.S. passport, or military ID. IDs from state colleges and universities are no longer accepted. Without one, you can vote a provisional ballot and show ID to the county election board after Election Day.
Source: in.govMail voting guidance
Indiana requires a reason, such as being away from your county for all 12 polling hours, having a disability, being 65 or older, or working all 12 hours. Include a photocopy of your ID, or your license or ID number or the last four digits of your Social Security number, and no one may help you mark a mailed ballot.
Source: in.govEverything you need to prep and track your absentee ballot securely.
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Ballot and Candidate Tools
Federal races: U.S. House; no regularly scheduled U.S. Senate race listed by the FEC for 2026.Verified official source
Statewide/local races: Statewide, legislative, judicial, and local offices vary by state and district; confirm your sample ballot with the official election authority.Verify at official source
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the voter registration deadline in Indiana for the 2026 midterms?
Vote.gov lists these registration timing rules for Indiana: online - 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5; by mail - Must be postmarked 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5; in person - 29 days before Election Day — Closed Oct. 5. Eligibility rules state: U.S. citizen, resident of Indiana, and 18 by Election Day; confirm special circumstances with the official source. Check with Indiana Election Division for full details.
When does early voting start in Indiana?
Early in-person voting runs Oct. 6 through noon Nov. 2. Hours and sites vary by county. Keep in mind the primary is May 5, 2026.
Do I need an ID to vote in Indiana?
Indiana requires a photo ID issued by Indiana or the U.S. government, such as a driver's license, state ID card, U.S. passport, or military ID. IDs from state colleges and universities are no longer accepted. Without one, you can vote a provisional ballot and show ID to the county election board after Election Day. Don't forget to check before Election Day.
How do I request an absentee or mail ballot in Indiana?
If voting by mail: Your county must receive your absentee application by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 22. Your county must have your ballot by 6 p.m. on Nov. 3, and a postmark never counts. Indiana requires a reason, such as being away from your county for all 12 polling hours, having a disability, being 65 or older, or working all 12 hours. Include a photocopy of your ID, or your license or ID number or the last four digits of your Social Security number, and no one may help you mark a mailed ballot.