An exit poll is a survey conducted with voters immediately after they cast their votes at polling stations. It attempts to estimate how people voted and predict the likely outcome of an election.
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The 2026 Assam Assembly elections was conducted in a single phase, with polling scheduled for April 9 and vote counting set for May 4. Exit poll results are typically released after voting concludes. For comprehensive updates on polling, exit polls, and counting, follow the Assam Assembly election coverage.
Assam Assembly Elections 2021 Exit Poll
During the 2021 Assembly elections, the Axis My India exit poll had projected a return of the BJP-led alliance to power in Assam. The survey estimated the NDA would secure between 75 and 85 seats in the 126-member Assembly, while the Congress-led alliance was projected to win 40 to 50 seats.
How does an exit poll differ from an opinion poll?
An opinion poll is conducted before voting begins and gauges voter preferences or mood ahead of the election. An exit poll, on the other hand, is conducted after voters have actually voted, making it generally more reflective of actual voting patterns, though still not exact.
For how long are exit poll predictions relevant?
Exit polls are not “valid” in a legal sense; they are projections, not official results. Their relevance lasts only until the official counting begins and results are declared. Accuracy varies depending on sample size, methodology, and voter honesty.
What guidelines has the Election Commission set for publishing exit polls?
The Election Commission of India prohibits the publication or broadcast of exit poll results until voting is completed in all phases of an election. Violating this rule can attract penalties under election laws.
When are exit poll results for the Assam elections expected to be released?
Exit polls are banned during the notified period: From 7:00 AM on 9th April to 6:30 PM on 29th April, no exit poll results can be shared or published.
