Russia 2024 Presidential Election
Russian presidential election held March 2024. Vladimir Putin won a fifth term with an officially reported 87% of the vote amid international criticism of the process. Genuine opposition candidates were barred from running.
Russia 2024 Presidential Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in Russia.
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Election Result
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Putin won a fifth presidential term with an officially reported 87.3% of the vote. Genuine opposition candidates were barred or imprisoned. International observers described the process as neither free nor fair. The election took place amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
At a Glance
The Russia 2024 Presidential Election took place in 2024 in Russia. The election determined who would hold the office of President of Russia.
Vladimir Putin won the election with a margin of 87.3%. Voter turnout was reported at 77.4%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 1 candidate contested the election: Vladimir Putin.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2024
- Country
- Russia
- Office Contested
- President of Russia
- Winner
- Vladimir Putin
- Turnout
- 77.4%
- Candidates
- 1
- Linked Offices
- 1
Quick Facts
- Won by Vladimir Putin
- Voter turnout: 77.4%
- Victory margin: 87.3%
- 1 candidate tracked
Details
- election date
- 2024-03-17
- election status
- completed
- election year
- 2024
- office contested
- President of Russia
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Russia
Federal semi-presidential republic spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. The world's largest country by area and a major nuclear power. Power is heavily centralized in the presidency, with a managed multi-party system dominated by United Russia. Russia is a permanent member of the UN Security Council. The political system combines formal constitutional structures with strong executive dominance, limited opposition activity, and state influence over media and elections.
President of Russia
Head of state of the Russian Federation. Directly elected for six-year terms (previously four). Commands the armed forces, directs foreign policy, and appoints the prime minister with Duma approval.
Vladimir Putin
President of Russia since 2012 (previously 2000-2008) and the dominant figure in Russian politics since the late 1990s. Former KGB officer who served as prime minister between presidential terms. Oversaw the centralization of state power, the annexation of Crimea in 2014, and the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the Russia 2024 Presidential Election?
- The Russia 2024 Presidential Election was won by Vladimir Putin. Vladimir Putin ran as the candidate of United Russia. The winning margin was 87.3%.
- What was the voter turnout for the Russia 2024 Presidential Election?
- Voter turnout for the Russia 2024 Presidential Election was 77.4%. Turnout levels reflect public engagement with the democratic process and can be influenced by factors such as voter registration requirements, election accessibility, the competitiveness of the race, and public trust in political institutions.
- When did the Russia 2024 Presidential Election take place?
- The Russia 2024 Presidential Election took place on 2024-03-17. Electoral timing in Russia is governed by constitutional requirements and may be influenced by the political circumstances of the moment.
- What offices were contested in the Russia 2024 Presidential Election?
- The Russia 2024 Presidential Election determined who would hold the office of President of Russia. The powers and responsibilities of this office make the election significant for the country's governance and policy direction.
- Which country held the Russia 2024 Presidential Election?
- The Russia 2024 Presidential Election was held in Russia. The country's electoral system, political culture, and institutional framework shaped how the election was conducted and what the results mean for governance.
- Who were the candidates in the Russia 2024 Presidential Election?
- 1 candidate participated in the Russia 2024 Presidential Election, including Vladimir Putin. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the Russia 2024 Presidential Election?
- Putin won a fifth presidential term with an officially reported 87.3% of the vote. Genuine opposition candidates were barred or imprisoned. International observers described the process as neither free nor fair. The election took place amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- April 4, 2026
- Sources
- Graph-backed
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(85/100)
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Federal semi-presidential republic spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. The world's largest country by area and a major nuclear power. Power is heavily centralized in the presidency, with a managed multi-party system dominated by United Russia. Russia is a permanent member of the UN Security Council. The political system combines formal constitutional structures with strong executive dominance, limited opposition activity, and state influence over media and elections.
President of Russia
Head of state of the Russian Federation. Directly elected for six-year terms (previously four). Commands the armed forces, directs foreign policy, and appoints the prime minister with Duma approval.
Vladimir Putin
President of Russia since 2012 (previously 2000-2008) and the dominant figure in Russian politics since the late 1990s. Former KGB officer who served as prime minister between presidential terms. Oversaw the centralization of state power, the annexation of Crimea in 2014, and the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.