The nomination papers of BNP nominee Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Colonel Oli Ahmed, candidate of the 11-party alliance, have been declared valid for the presidential post. Chief Election Commissioner and returning officer A M M Nasiruddin made the declaration. The report was published and updated on August 16, 2026.

After scrutiny on Sunday, the returning officer declared valid the nomination papers of the candidates nominated by the BNP and the 11-party alliance. The source does not provide further details about the scrutiny process or the nomination documents.

The final date for withdrawal of candidature is set for August 19. Voting for the presidential post will take place on August 20.