Rajya Sabha Elections Scheduled for March 2026 Across 10 States

The Rajya Sabha biennial elections are scheduled for March 16, 2026, with 37 seats across 10 states up for election due to the retirement of 72 members. State legislators will elect members using a proportional representation system. Key states include Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, and others. Parties like BJP, TMC, BJD, and Congress are positioning candidates based on their legislative strength. The BJP-led NDA currently holds a majority and aims to consolidate its position ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.