Exit Polls predict major shift in Kerala; UDF ahead of LDF in 2026 assembly race

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: As Kerala awaits the official election results, major exit poll agencies are predicting a significant shift in the political landscape, with the UDF (United Democratic Front) holding a clear advantage over the ruling LDF (Left Democratic Front). Projections suggest a 5% lead in vote share for the UDF.

Predicted Vote Share:

• UDF: 44%
• LDF: 39%
• NDA: 14%

Seat Projections by Major Agencies

The following table summarises the seat predictions from various polling agencies for the 140-seat assembly:

Agency | UDF | LDF | NDA |

----------------------|-----------|------------|----------|

Axis My India | 78 – 90 | 49 – 62 | 0 – 3 |

People’s Pulse | 75 – 85 | 55 – 65 | 0 – 3 |

Matrize | 72 – 84 | 52 – 61 | 3 – 5 |

Vote Vibe | 70 – 80 | 58 – 68 | 0 – 4 |

P-Marq | 70 – 79 | 62 – 69 | 1 – 4 |

Times Now | 70 – 75 | 60 – 65 | 3 – 7 |