JD(S)
The table below lists Janata Dal (Secular) (JD(S)) candidates, their total votes, vote share and final position in Melukote Vidhan Sabha Constituency in Karnataka.
| Election year | Candidate Name | Votes Received | Vote Share (%) | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | C. S. Puttaraju | 80,289 | 43.66 | 2 | Lost |