The process to file nomination papers for the next general elections continues today.

The candidates interested to contest the elections for the National Assembly and the provincial assemblies may acquire and submit the nomination papers till Friday.

According to the scheduled issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan, the initial list of candidates will be released on Saturday.

Scrutiny of the nomination papers, beginning on 24th will continue till 30th of this month. 

Appeals against acceptance or rejection of nomination papers can be filed by January 3, which will be decided by 10th of January.

The Election Commission will publish the revised list of candidates on 11th January, while candidates can withdraw their papers by 12th of January.

Electoral symbols will be allotted on 13th January, and general elections will take place on 8th February.