Delhi Election 2025: ADR Reveals 46% of Candidates Hold Education Between Class 5 and 12

Around 46% of the 699 candidates contesting the Delhi Assembly elections have education levels ranging from Class 5 to Class 12, according to an analysis by the poll rights body ADR.

The remaining 46% of candidates have higher educational qualifications, ranging from undergraduate degrees to doctorates.

The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has released a report detailing the academic qualifications of the candidates for the February 5 election.

The report provides insight into the diverse academic backgrounds of the 699 candidates, highlighting a broad spectrum of education levels in the race for office.

Out of the 699 candidates, 324 (46%) declared that their education is between Class 5 and Class 12, indicating basic schooling.

Among the 322 candidates with higher education, 126 are graduates, 84 hold professional degrees, and 104 have postgraduate qualifications. Additionally, eight candidates have doctorate degrees.

Furthermore, 18 candidates possess diplomas, adding technical or vocational skills to their profiles.

Interestingly, six candidates have stated they are literate but did not receive formal schooling, while 29 candidates are illiterate, underscoring the inclusiveness of the election process.

The number of candidates analyzed has increased from 672 in 2020 to 699 in this election.

Several trends can be observed upon closer examination. While the number of graduate professionals has grown from 62 to 84 and postgraduate candidates from 90 to 104, those with doctorates have declined from 11 to eight. The number of illiterate candidates has also seen a notable rise, from 16 to 29, pointing to increased participation from individuals without formal education.

The 70-member Delhi Assembly election will take place on February 5, with vote counting scheduled for February 8.