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Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026

The central intelligence hub for the 2026 state assembly elections. Track candidates, contests, and real-time insights.

Explore the complete list of MLA candidates contesting in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026. Browse constituency-wise candidates, party-wise announcements, and key election insights across all 234 constituencies.

Data-Driven Transparency

At a Glance Dashboard

Total Constituencies

234

Candidates Announced

4010

Parties in Contest

29

Seats Covered

223of 234

Incumbents Recontesting

60%Retained faces

Open Seats

39%New MLA Guaranteed

Own Constituency

60%Locals

Cross-Constituency

39%Outsiders

Average Age

46Years old

Average Assets

₹6.6CrPer candidate
Data Last Updated: April 22, 2026

Total Electorate

The official voter strength for the 2026 Assembly Election across all 234 constituencies. Demographic distribution highlights the scale of democratic participation in Tamil Nadu.

Total Voters
5,70,67,387
49%

Male Voters

2,78,95,222

51%

Female Voters

2,91,64,441

0.01%

Third Gender

7,724

Explore Candidates

Browse announced candidates across Tamil Nadu

Explore Constituencies

Analyze contest dynamics across 234 seats

View Party Tracker

Track party-wise rollout and strategy

View Insights

Deep dive into financial and criminal data

Key Insights

Analyze key election patterns including candidate demographics, constituency trends, and party strategies in Tamil Nadu 2026.

Richest Candidate

5863.73 Cr

Youngest Candidate

25 Yrs

Most Criminal Cases

37 Cases

Star Candidates

High-Profile Contests

Our Focus

Direct Editorial Insights

M. CHINNADURAI

M. CHINNADURAI

CPIM
GANDARVAKOTTAI
RAJAA.T.R.B

RAJAA.T.R.B

DMK
MANNARGUDI
MARIMUTHU.K

MARIMUTHU.K

CPI
THIRUTHURAIPOONDI

Candidates (2026)

Browse a preview of MLA candidates contesting in Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 across constituencies and parties.

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Constituency Contests

Explore constituency-wise contests and candidate presence across all Tamil Nadu constituencies for the 2026 election.

AMBATTUR
THIRUVALLUR
2026 Candidates
23
Open SeatMulti-Corner
Full Details
ANNA NAGAR
CHENNAI
2026 Candidates
24
Open SeatMulti-Corner
Full Details
2026 Candidates
14
Open SeatMulti-Corner+ 1 more
Full Details
ARANI
TIRUVANNAMALAI
2026 Candidates
23
Open SeatMulti-Corner+ 1 more
Full Details
ARIYALUR
ARIYALUR
2026 Candidates
15
Open SeatMulti-Corner+ 1 more
Full Details
AVANASHI
TIRUPPUR
2026 Candidates
14
Open SeatMulti-Corner
Full Details
CHENGALPATTU
CHENGALPATTU
2026 Candidates
15
Open SeatMulti-Corner
Full Details
COLACHAL
KANNIYAKUMARI
2026 Candidates
13
Open SeatMulti-Corner
Full Details

Party Rollout

Track party-wise candidate announcements and seat coverage across Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026.

Political PartyCandidatesSnapshot
NTK
Naam Tamilar Katchi
234/ 234
100.0%
TVK
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
233/ 234
99.6%
DMK
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
176/ 234
75.2%
AIADMK
All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
171/ 234
73.1%
TAVK
Tamizhaga Vaazhvurimai Katchi
164/ 234
70.1%

Tamil Nadu Assembly
Election 2026 Overview

This Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 dashboard provides a comprehensive view of all announced MLA candidates across constituencies. Beyond candidate profiles, the platform now provides official electoral statistics, allowing users to analyze the total electorate strength and gender-wise voter distribution across Tamil Nadu's 234 seats.

The platform covers all 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu, allowing users to quickly find candidates contesting in their constituency and compare profiles across parties.

Data Veracity

All financial and criminal background data is derived from official ECI affidavits filed by candidates. We prioritize accuracy and neutral data presentation above all.

Real-Time Rollout

Unlike static lists, our dashboard updates as parties release candidate names, allowing you to track the momentum of the 2026 election cycle dynamically.

Constituency Discovery

Easily toggle between your local seat and state-wide patterns. Understand if your constituency is a battleground or a stronghold for a particular ideology.

Role of Data in Democracy

KnowYourMLA believes that an informed citizen is a powerful citizen. By providing tools to analyze candidate assets, education, and criminal histories side-by-side with historical contest margins, we aim to eliminate the information gap that often persists during high-stakes elections. Use this dashboard to discover the face behind the symbol and the policies behind the personality.

Candidate Spotlights

Top Declared Assets

High Criminal Records

Demographic Extremes

Star Candidates & Profiles

High-profile figures and key leadership from major alliances including DMK, AIADMK, BJP, and NTK. These candidates often dictate the narrative of the 2026 election cycle.

Multi-Seat Strategies

Candidates contesting in more than one constituency highlight defensive or expansive strategies by their respective parties.

Battleground Constituencies

Analyzing constituencies where the 2021 results were decided by razor-thin margins and identifying new multi-cornered contests for 2026.

Closest Seats (Historical 2021)

MADATHUKULAM

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam

31 Margin
THIYAGARAYANAGAR

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam

137 Margin
MODAKKURICHI

Bharatiya Janata Party

281 Margin
TENKASI

Indian National Congress

370 Margin

Multi-Corner Contests (2026)

KARUR

KARUR

79 Major Candidates
PERAMBUR

CHENNAI

47 Major Candidates
38 Major Candidates
KOLATHUR

CHENNAI

34 Major Candidates

Election FAQ: Know Your Candidates

Who are the candidates in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026?

The Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026 includes candidates contesting across all 234 constituencies. You can explore the full MLA candidate list by constituency, district, or party using this dashboard.

How can I find the candidate list for my constituency?

You can search for your constituency to view the list of candidates contesting in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026, along with their party affiliation and profile details.

Which political parties have announced candidates for 2026?

Major political parties such as DMK, AIADMK, BJP, and others are announcing candidates across constituencies. You can explore party-wise candidate lists on this dashboard.

Are sitting MLAs recontesting in the 2026 elections?

Yes, many sitting (incumbent) MLAs are being fielded again by their respective parties. We track incumbent retention versus 'Open Seats' periodically to show where a new representative is guaranteed.

What is the importance of candidate affidavit data?

Candidate affidavits provide legally binding information about a candidate's educational qualifications, financial assets, liabilities, and criminal records. This information is crucial for voters to make an informed decision based on the background of their potential representatives.