Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: BJP All Set For Hat-Trick, Himanta Biswa Sarma Led NDA Predicted To Sweep 2026 Assembly Elections
✍️ Written by: Zubair Amin
Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: BJP’s Hat-Trick or Congress Comeback? When & Where To Watch Himanta vs Gogoi Battle Predictions
Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: Multiple exit polls for the Assam Assembly elections indicate a decisive victory for the BJP-led alliance under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Most agencies have projected a landslide win for the ruling coalition, while the Congress-led alliance is expected to trail significantly. The electoral battle in the state is largely centred around the ruling BJP, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, and the Congress, which has projected Gaurav Gogoi as its prominent face. The BJP is aiming to secure a third consecutive term in the 126-member Assembly, while the Congress is seeking to regain lost ground after the BJP-led alliance secured 75 seats in the 2021 elections.
When and Where to Watch Assam Exit Poll Results 2026
Viewers across India can tune in to watch exit poll projections from 6:30 pm onwards on April 29, when major news channels begin broadcasting their survey findings and seat estimates.
The Assam exit poll updates will be available on NewsX TV, the NewsX website, and its digital platforms.
In addition, several leading survey agencies will release their projections on social media platforms. These include Axis My India, CVoter, IPSOS, Jan Ki Baat, and Today’s Chanakya.
Exit Poll Rules Under Election Law
As per Section 126A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, exit polls cannot be conducted, published, or publicised until all phases of voting have concluded. The restriction applies from the start of polling in a multi-phase election and continues until half an hour after the final phase ends.
The official counting of votes for the Assembly elections will take place on May 4.
Key Constituencies to Watch in Assam Exit Poll Results 2026
Several constituencies are being closely tracked in Assam. Jalukbari remains significant as Himanta Biswa Sarma is contesting from the seat once again. Jorhat has emerged as a prestige battleground for Gaurav Gogoi.
Apart from these, constituencies across Lower Assam, Barak Valley, and Bodoland are also expected to play a decisive role, particularly given the influence of alliances and community-based voting patterns in these regions.
Polling in Assam was conducted in a single phase on April 9, while the counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.
Assam Exit Poll Results 2021
In the previous Assembly election in Assam, most exit polls had indicated that the BJP-led alliance would retain power.
Several surveys placed the BJP near or above the majority mark of 63 seats in the 126-member Assembly. Axis My India projected between 75 and 85 seats for the NDA and 40 to 50 for the Congress-led alliance. Republic-CNX estimated 74 to 84 seats for the NDA, while CVoter projected a range of 58 to 71 for the NDA and 53 to 66 for the Congress alliance.
The final results saw the NDA secure 75 seats, aligning closely with the projections made by various exit polls.
FAQs:
Q1: How many seats BJP won in 2021 Assam elections?
Ans: BJP won 75 seats in 2021 Assam Assembly elections.
Q2: How many seats Congress won in 2021 Assam elections?
Ans: Congress won 31 seats with it allies including.
Q3: How many seats are there in Assam Assembly Elections 2026?
Ans: 126
Q4: When is vote counting for Assam Assembly election scheduled?
Ans: May 4, 2026.
Live Updates
- 19:01 (IST) 29 Apr 2026
Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: People’s Insight Predicts Huge BJP Win
People’s Insight has predicted 88 to 96 seats for the BJP+ alliance, while projecting 30 to 34 seats for the Congress+ bloc.
- 18:38 (IST) 29 Apr 2026
Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: BJP-Led Alliance Predicted to Sweep
Multiple exit polls for the Assam Assembly elections indicate a decisive victory for the BJP-led alliance under Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Most agencies have projected a landslide win for the ruling coalition, while the Congress-led alliance is expected to trail significantly.
According to Axis My India, the BJP+ alliance is projected to secure between 88 and 100 seats, suggesting a near clean sweep in the 126-member Assembly. In contrast, the Congress+ alliance is estimated to win between 24 and 36 seats.
Similarly, People’s Insight has forecast 88 to 96 seats for the BJP+ alliance, while projecting 30 to 34 seats for the Congress+ bloc.
- 18:20 (IST) 29 Apr 2026
Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: Himanta Biswa Sarma Projects Big Gains for BJP in Assam, West Bengal
Himanta Biswa Sarma voiced strong confidence in the electoral performance of the Bharatiya Janata Party, stating that the party is poised for significant gains following the first phase of voting.
Speaking at a press conference on April 25, he asserted that the BJP has already built substantial momentum, even claiming that the party secured 110 seats. Sarma further said the BJP is on course to win 100 seats in Assam and 200 seats in West Bengal, attributing the optimism to what he described as a shift in public sentiment in favour of the party. - 18:03 (IST) 29 Apr 2026
Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: Delimitation Reshapes Assam’s Electoral Dynamics
Assam recently conducted delimitation exercise, which has reshaped the constituency boundaries in the state. A number of seats have experienced notable shifts in voter composition. Past voting trends may not hold the same relevance this time, adding an element of uncertainty to outcome to exit polls.
- 17:34 (IST) 29 Apr 2026
Assam Exit Poll 2026 Results Live Updates: 2016 Polls Marked a Turning Point in Assam Politics
The 2016 Assembly elections proved to be a watershed moment in Assam’s political landscape, bringing an end to the Congress party’s uninterrupted 15-year tenure. The BJP, which had earlier found it difficult to gain ground in the state, rose to prominence and formed the government for the first time.
