A total of 837,094 new voters have been added to the electoral roll following the completion of the extended voter registration deadline at midnight on Thursday, according to the Election Commission.

The extension—granted after requests from stakeholders amid rising pressure at registration centres—allowed both biometric and National ID-based enrolment.

Of the newly listed voters, 344,914 registered through full biometrics, while 492,180 were added via their National Identity Cards, commission spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai said.

The commission said the integration of National ID data had significantly boosted online applications, enabling eligible citizens to register without visiting district offices. Prime Minister Sushila Karki also noted the completion of the updated voter list on social media, highlighting the inclusion of the latest cohort of young voters.

As of November 2, Nepal had 18,168,023 eligible voters aged 18 and above. The registration period had initially been set to close on November 16, but was extended to November 21 in response to heavy turnout and requests from political actors.

The commission said the updated roll will support preparations for the upcoming polls, ensuring that all eligible citizens are included in the electoral process.