The Axis My India exit poll has predicted that the NDA will retain power in Puducherry. It predicted 16-20 seats for the NDA, including 10-12 for AINRC and 4-6 for the BJP. The Congress-DMK alliance is expected to win 6-8 seats and the TVK-led alliance 2-4. The Puducherry Assembly has 30 seats with 16 required for a majority.