Greetings Spartans,
The November 3rd General Election is less than one month away. We want to help prepare you to vote early by providing important dates, deadlines, and voting information.
Please review the voter registration options and resources below.
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Key Dates for the November 3rd General Election |
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Use the link above if you are unsure whether you are registered to vote or would like to review your voter registration information.
Here are important dates to add to your calendar.
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- October 5, 2026: County elections officials began mailing ballots to registered voters.
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October 6, 2026: Secure ballot drop-off locations opened. There are three located on campus: Outside of Dudley Morehead Hall, outside of the King Library along San Fernando Street, and near the Campus Village housing complex.
- Ballots can be dropped off at a drop-off location, county elections office, or returned by mail.
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Counties offer early voting sites — to find a location and available times, please visit caearlyvoting.sos.ca.gov.
- October 19, 2026: The last day to register to vote and receive a vote-by-mail (VBM) ballot for the November 3, 2026, General Election
- All California active registered voters will receive a ballot for the November 3, 2026, General Election.
- October 20 – Tuesday, November 3: Conditional or “Same Day” Voter Registration process during this time.
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October 24, 2026: The first vote centers open for early in-person voting in all Voter’s Choice Act counties.
- October 31, 2026: Skip the lines on Election Day! In person early voting locations throughout California will be open.
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There will be two vote centers on campus at SJSU for the November 3rd General Election. They are both 4-day vote centers, open October 31 to November 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and then on Election Day, November 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Additional Important Information
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For more election information, visit:
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Important Disclaimer for California Registered Voters |
The civic and election information provided may apply to the county where the campus is located. Election information varies by county. Please check the California Secretary of State page to find election information for the county in which you are registered.
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Vincent J. Del Casino, Jr.
Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost
Mary Currin-Percival
Professor, Political Science and SJSU Civic and Voter Empowerment Coordinator (CVEC)
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SJSU Votes, in partnership with the Office of the President and the Office of the Provost.
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San José, CA 95192
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