Voting in Indiana

How to vote in Indiana in 2026

Every deadline, rule, and official link — kept simple. When you're ready, build a personal plan with calendar reminders in about a minute.

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Key dates

State Primary: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Register online by: Monday, October 5, 2026
Register by mail by: Monday, October 5, 2026(postmarked)
Register in person by: Monday, October 5, 2026
Request a mail ballot by: Thursday, October 22, 2026

Deadlines shown are for the November 3, 2026 general election.

Register to vote

Online: 29 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 29 days before Election Day. In person: Received by close of business 29 days before Election Day.

Online — the fastest way
A few minutes on the official site.
Register online in Indiana
By mail
Print, sign, and mail the National Mail Voter Registration Form.
Get the national form (PDF)
In person
At your local election office or DMV.
Indiana election office

Already registered? Double-check.

Moved, changed your name, or just not sure? Check your registration status

Vote by mail

Indiana requires an approved excuse to vote by mail. Received 12 days before Election Day

Returning it: Voted ballots are due by 6pm on Election Day.

Request your Indiana mail ballot

Vote in person

Vote early where available (dates vary by county), or at your polling place on Election Day — Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Find your polling place Indiana election office See what's on your ballot

Quick answers

Can I register to vote online in Indiana?

Yes — Indiana has official online registration (deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026 for the general election). It usually takes a few minutes.

Do I need an excuse to vote by mail?

Yes — Indiana requires an approved excuse (like being away, illness, or disability) to vote by mail.

Can I register on Election Day?

No — same-day registration isn't available in Indiana, so the advance deadline is the one that counts. Online: 29 days before Election Day. By mail: Postmarked 29 days before Election Day. In person: Received by close of business 29 days before Election Day.

When are the 2026 elections?

State Primary: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · General Election: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Turn this into your plan

Three questions, then every Indiana deadline lands on your calendar with reminders.

Make your voting plan

Compiled from official state sources, vote.gov, and Ballotpedia (2026 calendars). Rules occasionally change — when it matters, confirm with the Indiana election office. Found an error? Tell us.