NationalWednesday, 3 June 2026·The Hindu - National
Karnataka Rajya Sabha bypolls: 4 seats, June 18 polling, June 8 nomination deadline
The Election Commission has issued notification for four Rajya Sabha vacancies from Karnataka, with polling on June 18 and counting the same day.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In June 2026, a notification was issued for biennial elections to fill 4 Rajya Sabha vacancies from Karnataka, with polling scheduled on June 18 and counting at 5 p.m. the same day.
Key specifics
- The 4 vacancies arose after the retirement of H.D. Deve Gowda, Mallikarjun Kharge, Iranna Kadadi and Narayana Koragappa on June 25.
- June 8 is the last date for filing nominations.
- Scrutiny of nominations will be held on June 9, and withdrawal is allowed till June 11.
- Polling will be conducted from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 18, 2026.
- Karnataka MLAs will elect the Rajya Sabha members through voting.
Exam lens
TNPSC polity question type: Rajya Sabha election process, nomination dates, polling schedule, and elected members. Key facts: 4 seats, June 18 polling, June 8 nomination deadline, June 9 scrutiny, June 11 withdrawal.