Gilgit-Baltistan: The Election Commission of Gilgit-Baltistan (ECGB) has officially released the schedule for the upcoming provincial elections, setting the stage for a key political exercise in the region.
According to the notification, polling will be held on 24 January 2026. The election timeline includes several critical milestones:
Submission of Nomination Papers: 3 to 8 December 2025
Preliminary List of Candidates: 9 December 2025
Scrutiny of Nomination Papers: 16 December 2025
Last Date for Filing Objections: 20 December 2025
Decision on Objections: 27 December 2025
Final List of Candidates: 28 December 2025
Withdrawal of Nomination Papers: 29 December 2025
Allocation of Electoral Symbols: 30 December 2025
The ECGB has called on all candidates, political parties, and stakeholders to strictly follow the schedule to ensure a transparent, orderly, and fair election process.
Authorities have emphasized that adherence to deadlines will be crucial for the smooth conduct of elections across all constituencies in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Earlier, Justice (Retd) Yar Muhammad Nasser has taken oath as the caretaker Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan.
The oath was administered by Governor Gilgit-Baltistan Syed Mehdi Shah.
The ceremony was attended by Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs Amir Muqam, Chief Justice Rana Shamim, former Chief Minister Haji Gulbar, and other senior officials.
Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Assembly had dissolved on November 24, 2025 after completing its five-year term.
