Mar 16, 2024
done
Election Announcement
ECI announces election schedule. Model Code of Conduct comes into effect immediately.
Key Events
- Schedule released
- MCC activated
- Nomination process begins
Mar 20, 2024
done
Nominations
Candidates file nominations, scrutiny happens, and withdrawals are accepted in each phase.
Key Events
- Form 2A filing
- Nomination scrutiny
- Last date for withdrawal
Mar 20, 2024
done
Campaigning
Parties campaign across 7 phases. Rallies, debates, and door-to-door outreach.
Key Events
- PM rallies nationwide
- TV debates
- Social media campaigns
Apr 19, 2024
active
Polling (7 Phases)
Seven-phase polling across India. 96.8 crore eligible voters, 10.5 lakh polling stations.
Key Events
- Phase 1: Apr 19
- Phase 4: May 13
- Phase 7: Jun 1
Jun 4, 2024
done
Vote Counting
All votes counted simultaneously. NDA wins 293 seats, BJP secures 240.
Key Events
- Results declared by evening
- NDA forms government
- BJP largest single party
Jun 9, 2024
done
Government Formation
PM Narendra Modi sworn in for third consecutive term at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Key Events
- Modi sworn in as PM
- Cabinet of 72 ministers
- New Parliament session begins