JAMALPUR, Dec 29, 2025 (BSS) - A total of 46 candidates submitted their nomination papers here in the district on the final day of submission for the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election slated for February 12, 2026.

Returning Officer and Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Yusuf Ali said the candidates submitted their nomination papers in compliance with the electoral code of conduct between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm today.

Jamalpur district comprises five parliamentary constituencies. In Jamalpur-1, covering Dewanganj and Bakshiganj upazilas, four candidates submitted nomination papers.

In Jamalpur-2 (Islampur), nine candidates filed their nominations, while 11 candidates submitted papers in Jamalpur-3, comprising Melandah and Madarganj upazilas. In Jamalpur-4 (Sarishabari), 10 candidates submitted nomination papers and in Jamalpur-5 (Jamalpur Sadar Upazila), 12 candidates filed their nominations.

According to the election schedule, scrutiny of nomination papers will be conducted from December 30 to January 4, 2026. Appeals against decisions of the returning officers may be filed from January 5 to January 9, with disposal of appeals scheduled from January 10 to January 18.

The last date for withdrawal of candidacy is January 20, while the final list of candidates and allocation of election symbols will be published on January 21. Election campaigning will begin on January 22 and continue until 7:30am on February 10.