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Indiana voters will head to the polls in 2026 to decide 84 races across federal, statewide, and state legislative contests. The May 5 primary will set the stage for competitive general election matchups on November 3, with races spanning all nine U.S. House seats, one statewide constitutional office, and 68 state legislative districts.
The most prominent statewide race on the ballot is for Indiana Secretary of State, the office responsible for overseeing elections, business filings, and securities regulation. At the federal level, all of Indiana's U.S. House seats are up for election, representing districts from urban Indianapolis and Fort Wayne to rural communities across the state. Meanwhile, state legislative races will determine the composition of both chambers of the Indiana General Assembly, with dozens of State House and State Senate seats on the ballot. These races will shape policy decisions on issues ranging from education and healthcare to taxation and infrastructure for the next term.
Indiana operates as a state with closed party primaries, meaning voters must be registered with a party to participate in that party's primary election. With races at every level of government, 2026 represents a critical opportunity for Hoosiers to have their voices heard on the direction of their communities and state.
Indiana voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by the next general election, and residents of their precinct for at least 30 days prior to the election. Registration is available online, by mail, or in person at county election offices, the BMV, or designated public assistance agencies. Indiana's voter registration deadline is 29 days before any election. Voters who move within Indiana must update their registration, though those who move within the same county can vote at their new polling location after updating their address.
Indiana requires voters to present a valid government-issued photo ID at the polls. Acceptable forms include an Indiana driver's license, state ID card, U.S. passport, or military ID—the ID must display your photo, name, expiration date, and must be current or have expired after the most recent general election. Early voting is available in person at designated locations beginning 28 days before each election and running through the day before Election Day, though hours and locations vary by county. Absentee voting by mail is available to voters who meet specific criteria, including being 65 or older, having a disability, being absent from the county on Election Day, working as an election official, being scheduled to work during all polling hours, being confined due to illness or injury, or being prevented by religious beliefs. No-excuse absentee voting is not available in Indiana. On Election Day, polls are open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time.
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