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.
Former Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan and the provincial cabinet completed their five-year constitutional term on 24 November 2025.
Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) Assembly had dissolved on November 24, 2025 after completing its five-year term.