New York Primary and General Election Dates Set for 2025
Voter Registration and Primary Election
Voters in New York have a limited time to switch party affiliation to participate in the June 24 primary election. The deadline to change party registration is February 14. New York is a closed primary state, meaning only registered party members can participate in their party’s primary. Independent or unaffiliated voters are excluded from participating in primaries.
Primary Election Timeline
* February 14: Deadline to change party registration
* June 14: Deadline to register to vote for new residents or those turning 18
* June 14-22: Early voting period for primary
* June 24: Primary election day
* July 7: Primary results review
General Election
Unlike the primary election, party enrollment is not as crucial in the general election. However, the general election timeline follows a similar schedule.
* June 14: Deadline to mail-in register for primary and general elections
* October 25: Deadline to process mail-in registration applications for general election
* October 25: Deadline to register to vote for the general election
* October 25-November 2: Early voting period for general election
* November 4: General election day
* December 15: General election results final certification
Candidates and Party Officials
* February 11: Deadline for state and county party chairs to file a statement of party position for the primary
* March 17: Deadline for local officials to designate official polling places for the general election
* August: Party nominations, petition filings, and ballot certifications follow a complex schedule, with final ballot preparations in September
Election in 2025
While there are few elections in 2025, the two largest cities and the capital – New York City, Buffalo, and Albany – will hold mayoral races. Albany and NYC will also hold city council elections, and Erie County will vote on comptroller, sheriff, legislature, judges, and school boards.
Election Auditing and Canvassing
State election officials will conduct canvassing and auditing after each election. The primary results will be reviewed on July 7, while the general election results will receive final certification by December 15.
Frequently Asked Questions
* Can I switch party affiliation to vote in the primary?
+ Yes, but the deadline is February 14.
* How do I register to vote?
+ You can register in person at local election offices or online, with a deadline of June 14 for new residents or those turning 18.
* Can I vote in the general election?
+ Yes, but you must register by October 25.
* What is the schedule for the general election?
+ The deadline to process mail-in registration applications is June 14, and early voting runs from October 25 to November 2. The general election is on November 4, and results will be certified by December 15.
