Narendra Modi remains India's top choice for Prime Minister despite a marginal dip in popularity, according to a survey by India Today magazine conducted by polling agency CVoter. The survey was held between July 1 and August 25, 2026, covering 25,184 people across 91,795 interviews. The polling period included weeks of student protests in Delhi over alleged exam irregularities that led to the resignation of former Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

While Modi's overall support held steady, the survey suggests some erosion in backing among younger voters, marking his biggest challenge. The findings reflect a nuanced political landscape where voter sentiment remains largely favorable toward the incumbent leader, even as emerging issues like education policy and youth engagement gain prominence.