INDIANA — Indiana voters must return their mail-in ballots as soon as possible to ensure they are received by county election officials in time to be counted.
With the 2026 general election quickly approaching, election organizers emphasize that mail ballots must be physically received by local election clerks before voting closes.
Key Election Dates & Information
- Voter Registration: Closed for the 2026 election cycle.
- Early Voting: Available through 12:00 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2.
- Vote-by-Mail Deadline: All mail ballots must be received by election officials by 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
- Election Day: Polls will be open statewide from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Nonpartisan Election Protection Hotlines
Voters who have questions or experience issues casting their ballot can reach out to trained legal experts via the nonpartisan Election Protection hotlines, available by phone or text:
- English: 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683)
- Spanish: 888-VE-Y-VOTA (888-839-8682)
- Asian Languages: 888-API-VOTE (888-274-8683)
- Arabic: 844-YALLA-US (844-925-5287)
These hotlines connect Hoosiers with nonpartisan experts who provide accurate voting guidance and support to resolve potential voting barriers throughout the election process. Additional resources and election information are available online at 866OurVote.org.
