Bihar Election Result 2025 Date & Time: When & Where To Watch Live Counting

New Delhi: Bihar is gearing up for a decisive political showdown as the counting of votes for the 2025 Assembly Elections begins on Friday, November 14. With a record voter turnout and exit polls pointing

toward a potential comeback for the Nitish Kumar-led NDA, all eyes are now on the results that will define the state’s political course for the next five years.

Bihar Elections Counting To Start At 8 AM

According to the Election Commission of India (ECI), the counting of votes will begin at 8:00 am on Friday. Early trends are expected by midday, while the final picture is likely to become clear by evening. Bihar witnessed an impressive voter turnout this year - 68.76% in the second phase and 65.08% in the first, bringing the overall turnout to 66.91%, as per ECI data. Notably, women voters outshone men, with 71.6% female participation compared to 62.8% among males.

Where To Watch Bihar Election Live Results

The Election Commission of India’s official website will provide live updates on the Bihar Assembly election results, including constituency-wise vote counts and details of leading candidates throughout the day. Additionally, Times Now will offer real-time coverage on its website, featuring the latest trends, data and expert analysis as results roll in from across the state.CLICK HERE For Coverage

Check Out Some FAQs on Bihar Election Results 2025:

When will the Bihar Assembly election results be declared?The counting of votes and announcement of results will take place on Friday, November 14, 2025.How many phases were conducted in the Bihar elections this year?The state went to polls in two phases — the first on November 6 and the second on November 11.How many total seats are there in the Bihar Legislative Assembly?The Bihar Assembly comprises 243 seats, with 122 required to form a majority.Which political parties are in the fray for Bihar Election 2025?The main contest is between the NDA alliance — comprising BJP, JD(U), and HAM — and the INDIA bloc made up of the RJD, Congress, and Left parties. Meanwhile, Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party is contesting independently.What was the voter turnout in Phase 1 of the Bihar polls?The first phase recorded a 65.08% turnout, including 69.04% women and 61.56% men.What was the voter turnout in Phase 2?The second phase witnessed a 68.76% turnout, with 74.03% women and 64.1% men casting their votes.Who is currently serving as Bihar’s Chief Minister?Nitish Kumar of the JD(U) is the incumbent chief minister, leading the NDA government in the state.