Nomination Day is the designated day in an election process on which candidates officially submit their nomination papers to stand as candidates in an election. It is the day when the list of candidates who will contest the election is formally announced. This day is set according to election laws or acts, such as the Electoral Act, and it typically marks the close of the nomination period where candidates can file or withdraw their nominations. On Nomination Day:
- Candidates must submit required documents, such as nomination forms signed by supporters.
- A nomination fee may be required.
- The official list of nominated candidates is confirmed and announced.
Nomination Day is usually held several days or weeks before the actual polling or election day. For example, it must be at least 5 days after the issuance of the writ of election and no more than one month after. The exact timing and procedures can vary by jurisdiction. In summary, Nomination Day is the formal start of determining who will participate as candidates in an election, marking a key milestone in the election timeline. It is essentially the "official naming" or "selection" day of candidates for the election.
