April 15, 2026

Declaration of the Result of Bye-Election for the post of the Gewog Tshogde Tshogpa in Dhangkhar_Trong Chiwog of Trong Gewog under Zhemgang Dzongkhag

Press Release /

Pursuant to Section 457 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) hereby declares the result of the Bye-Election conducted to fill the vacant post of the Gewog Tshogde Tshogpa in Dhangkhar_Trong Chiwog of Trong Gewog under Zhemgang Dzongkhag.

Ugyen Choden, holdingCID No. 12008000260,  has been successfully elected to the above-mentioned post during the poll held on March 12, 2026.

In terms of the overall voter turnout, of the 627 registered eligible voters (M= 303 & F= 324), 248 (EVM: 179 & Postal Ballot: 69) cast their votes on the poll day with overall voter turnout at 39.55%.

Further details of the result is available on the ECB’s web-page: https://www.ecb.bt/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ResultofByeElectionforGTTpostatDangkhar-TrongChiwogZhemgang-12032026.pdf/. It is hereby being notified that as per Section 580 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the member elected shall only serve for the remainder of his/her predecessor’s term of office.

The public and all stakeholders may note that the Election Petition Period of 10 days for this Bye-Election starts today and ends at 5 p.m. on March 22, 2026.

Issued on the 25th Day of the 1st Month of the Fire Male Horse Year, corresponding to March 13, 2026.

Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan

Declaration of Local Government Bye-Election Results in Garzhikha_Omchheygang Chiwog under Bjenag Gewog & Zamding Chiwog under Ruebisa Gewog under Wandue Phodrang Dzongkhag

Press Release /

Pursuant to Section 457 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) hereby declares the results of the Bye-Elections conducted to fill the vacant posts for the following Demkhongs:

Sl. No.DzongkhagGewogChiwogCandidatePost
1.  Wangdue PhodrangBjenagGarzhikha_OmchheygangPema ChunduTshogpa
RuebisaZamdingPhub DorjiTshogpa

The poll day for the Bye-elections in the above two Gewog Tshogde Tshogpa Demkhongs was held on March 2, 2026.

The overall voter turnout details are as follows:

1.Garzhikha_Omchheygang Chiwog under Bjenag Gewog

In terms of voter turnout, of the 269 registered eligible voters (Male: 143 & Female: 126), 88 (EVM:57 & Postal Ballot:31) cast their votes on the day of the poll with overall voter turnout at 32.71%.

2. Zamding Chiwog under Ruebisa Gewog

In terms of voter turnout, of the 456 registered eligible voters (Male:224 & Female:232),  211 (EVM:177 & Postal Ballot:34 ) cast their votes on the day of the poll with overall voter turnout at 47.27%.   

Details of the results are available on the Election Commission’s web page: https://www.ecb.bt/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ByeElectionResultsofTshogpaINBjenagNRuebisaGewogs-02032026PR.pdf

It is also hereby being notified that as per Section 580 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the members elected shall only serve for the remainder term of his/her predecessor’s term of office.

The public and all stakeholders may note that the Election Petition Period of 10 days for this Bye-Election starts today and ends at 5 p.m. on March 12, 2026.

Issued on the 15th Day of the 1st Month of the Fire Male Horse Year, corresponding to March 3, 2026.

Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan

Declaration of the Result of Local Government Bye-Election

Press Release /

In accordance with the provision enshrined under Section 457 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) hereby declares the result of the Bye-Election conducted to fill the vacant post of the Gewog Tshogde Tshogpa of Mendrel_Uesuna Chiwog of Dokar Gewog under Paro Dzongkhag.

Mr. Tshering Wangyal, holding CID No. 10801002452, hailing from Uesuna village, has been successfully elected to the above-mentioned post during the poll held on January 29, 2026.

In terms of the overall voter turnout, of the 475 registered eligible voters (M= 200 & F= 275),  155 (EVM: 125 & Postal Ballot: 30) cast their votes on the poll day with overall voter turnout at 32.63%.

Further details of the result is available on the ECB’s web-page: https://www.ecb.bt/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ByeElectionResultforMendrel_Uesuna-30012026.pdf. It is hereby being notified that as per Section 580 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the member elected shall only serve for the remainder of his/her predecessor’s term of office.

The public and all stakeholders may note that the Election Petition Period of 10 days for this Bye-Election starts today and ends at 5 p.m. on February 8, 2026.

Issued on the 12th Day of the 12th Month of the Wood Female Snake Year, corresponding to January 30, 2026.

Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan

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Notification calling bye-Election for the post of Tshogpa Post in Changche_Matshipogto Chiwog under Gase Tshogongm, Wandue Phodrang

Notifications /

Pursuant to Sections 577 and 579 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB), hereby calls Bye-Election to fill up the Gewog Tshogde Tshogpa post at Changche_Matshigpogto Chiwog of Gase Tshogongm Gewog under Wangdue Phodrang Dzongkhag due to voluntary resignation by the incumbent Tshogpa.

The Election Schedule and the details concerning Dzongkhag/Demkhong, Nomination of Candidates, Electoral Rolls, EVMs, Polling Stations, Election Officials, and other arrangements are hereby being notified as follows:

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Notification for Bye-Election for the Post of Gup in Lingmukha Gewog, Punakha

Notifications /

Pursuant to Sections 577 and 579 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB), hereby calls Bye-Election for the post of Gup of Lingmukha Gewog under Punakha Dzongkhag, following the voluntary resignation by the incumbent.

The Election Schedule and the details concerning Dzongkhag/Demkhong, Nomination of Candidates, Electoral Rolls, EVMs, Polling Stations, Polling Officials, Security, and other arrangements are hereby being notified as follows:

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Bye-Election for Gewog Tshogde Tshogpa, Dhangkhar_Trong Chiwog under Zhemgang Dzongkhag

Notifications /

Pursuant to Sections 577 and 579 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB), hereby calls Bye-Election to fill up the Gewog Tshogde Tshogpa post at Dhangkhar_Trong Chiwog under Zhemgang Dzongkhag due to the demise of the incumbent member.

The Election Schedule and the details concerning Dzongkhag/Demkhong, Nomination of Candidates, Electoral Rolls, EVMs, Polling Stations, Election Officials, and other arrangements are hereby being notified as follows:

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Announcement for Shortlisted Candidates

Announcements /

The ECB is pleased to notify the shortlisted candidates for the advertised vacancies. The candidates should report to the Democracy House, ECB HQ, Thimphu on 25th September 2025 at 9:30 AM for the written examination. 

Written examinations for the posts of DzERO and Legal Officer will not be conducted due to insufficient applications. Vacancies for these posts will be re-advertised at a later date.

Dy. Chief Election Officer

Sl NoNameCID. No
1Lobzang Dorji10601002452
2Sonam Penjor11704003409
3Kuenga11913001111
4Babjey11104004282
5Tshering Phuntsho11510003120

Dzongkhag Electoral Officer

Sl NoNameCID. No
1Pema Thinley10704000881
2Tashi Dorji11508003595
3Dorji Phuntsho11107002503
4Kuenga Lhendup10907000239
5Tashi Dorji10706001658
6Kencho10503001895
7Tenzin Lhendup10605001698

Result Announcement for the post of Dy. Chief Electoral Officer & Dzongkhag Electoral Officer

Announcements /

The Election Commission of Bhutan is pleased to announce the results of the vacancies for following positions through an open competitive selection procedure that was held from September 22, 2025– September 25, 2025.

1.Dy. Chief Election Officer

2. Dzongkhag Electoral Officer

Documents that need to be submitted to the ECB:

1.Selected candidates are requested to submit the drug test report along with other documents as specified below.

2. Selected in-service candidates must submit Audit Clearance and No Objection Certificate from the parent organization (as per the Vacancy Announcement);

3. Selected candidates are requested to submit CV and a copy of the academic certificates other documents.

4. If candidate fails to submit these documents, the candidature shall be awarded to the standby candidates who will also need to provide these documents accordingly;

5. Documents must be submitted to Mr. Tshering Penjor at tpenjor@ecb.bt latest by October 6, 2025;

Queries & Clarifications

Any queries and clarifications regarding the result must be sought on or before October 6, 2025, 5:00 PM through tpenjor@ecb.bt.

Reporting:

Selected candidates must report to ECB on October 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM.

Vacancy Announcement for the post of Asst ICT Officers & Asst. Dzongkhag Electoral Registration Officers (DzERO)

Announcements /

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) is pleased to announce the following vacancies for regular appointment: 

PostPositionSlotsMinimum QualificationPlacement
Asst ICT OfficerP52Bachelor’s Degree (4 Years Degree) in IT/Computer Science or related field Head Office
Asst. Dzongkhag Electoral Registration Officer (DzERO)P58Bachelor’s Degree having one of the modules in the Degree: Information Technology or Demography or Statistics or Population Studies  Bumthang, 
Gasa, 
Lhuentse,
Pema Gatshel, 
Samdrup Jongkhar, 
Trashi Yangtse, Trongsa,
Zhemgang

Interested candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria may submit their applications along with the required documents on or before 5:00 PM, April 21, 2026 through the e-Recruitment System.

Asst.  ICT Officer and Asst. Dz. Electoral Registration Officer (DzERO)

  • Must have a minimum of 65% in Class X, XII, and Degree.

General Criteria for All Posts

  1. Academic transcripts of Class X, XII, and Degree.
  2. Valid Security Clearance Certificate.
  3. Copy of Citizenship Identity Card.
  4. Latest Medical Fitness Certificate (valid for at least six months).
  5. Audit Clearance (for in-service candidates).
  6. No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the parent organization (for in-service candidates).
  7. Drug Test Certificate (to be submitted upon selection).
  8. For applicants, marks will be calculated as follows:
    • Class X: English + best 4 subjects
    • Class XII: English + best 3 subjects
  9. Final selection will be based on a merit system:
    • Academic (25%): Class X – 5%, Class XII – 10%, Degree – 10%
    • Written Exam: 50%
    • Viva Voce: 25%
  10. Candidates will be shortlisted based on the academic criteria specified in Sl. No. 9.
  11. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Written Examination and Viva Voce in a 1:3 ratio (Post: Applicants).
  12. Candidates must be proficient in both Dzongkha and English.
  13. Candidates shall not be more than 45 years on the date of appointment.
  14. Qualification must possess a formal degree from RGoB-recognized universities/colleges.
  15. Selected candidates must commit to a minimum of 4 years of active service, including probation.

For further information, please contact the Human Resource Division, at 334851/334852 (Ext. No.106) during office hours or email at tpenjor@ecb.bt.

Non-submission of any of the above documents or incomplete submission shall lead to the rejection of the application. Copies are acceptable for the application. However, a candidate shall produce original documents at the time of the interview for verification. 

Note: – The written examination will be held at 10:00 am on April 28, 2026 in the ECB, Head Office.

The Viva-Voce will be held on April 29, 2026 starting 9:30 am in the ECB, HQ.

The Final Result will be declared on May 4, 2026.

Chief Election Commissioner

Declaration of the Results of the Dzongkhag Thromde Elections of Thimphu, Phuentshogling and Gelegphu

Press Release /

The Election Commission of Bhutan is pleased to hereby declare, as required under Section 457 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008, the results of the Thromde Elections held on 28th April 2021 for the three Dzongkhag Thromdes of Thimphu, Phuentshogling and Gelegphu.

Out of the total of 35 (26 male and 9 female) candidates who contested the elections, a total of 20 (16 male and 4 female) were successfully elected.

The details of the candidates who have been successfully elected to the three Thromde Tshogdes are as follows:

The overall voter turnout and registered voter information are as follows:

Total registered voters = 10,564 (4,968 male & 5,596 female)
Total number of votes cast = 6,281 (2,902 male & 3,379 female)

i. EVM votes = 4,428 (1,985 male & 2,443 female)
ii. Postal votes = 1,853 (917 male & 936 female)

Voter turnout = 59.46 %

The Thromde Tshogpa of Motithang demkhong under Thimphu Thromde and Trashiling demkhong under Gelegphu Thromde will remain vacant. Although the aspiring candidates of these demkhongs had submitted their nominations, the ECB could not accept their nominations as they were found to be registered members of political parties. The Election Act does not allow an aspiring candidate to contest the Local Government election if he/she is a member of a political party.

Further details of the final results are available on the Election Commission’s web page: https://results.ecb.bt/thromde2021

Recognizing the gravity of the risk posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown situation, elections in Phuentshogling Thromde was facilitated through Mobile Voting Booth for voters residing, both within the thromde and outside the thromde on 24th and 25th April, 2021.

Upon issue of this Notification, the Thromde Tshogde shall be deemed to have been duly constituted under Section 458 of the Election Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008.

The general public and all stakeholders may note that the Election Petition Period of 10 working days for this Thromde elections starts from today and would end at 5 p.m. of 12th May 2021.

The Election Commission of Bhutan would like to congratulate all the elected candidates of the Third Thromde elections, 2021.

In the wake of unprecedented surge in COVID-19 cases in the region and the high risk of transmission, all gatherings and celebrations shall be prohibited until such time the situation improves.

Issued on the Eighteenth Day of the Third Month of the Female Iron Ox Year, corresponding to 29th April, 2021.

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