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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%.
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.
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.
Dzongkhag
Gewog
Chiwog
Candidate
Post
1.
Wangdue Phodrang
Bjenag
Garzhikha_Omchheygang
Pema Chundu
Tshogpa
Ruebisa
Zamding
Phub Dorji
Tshogpa
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%.
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.
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%.
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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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:
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:
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:
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.
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.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.
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
Academic transcripts of Class X, XII, and Degree.
Valid Security Clearance Certificate.
Copy of Citizenship Identity Card.
Latest Medical Fitness Certificate (valid for at least six months).
Audit Clearance (for in-service candidates).
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the parent organization (for in-service candidates).
Drug Test Certificate (to be submitted upon selection).
For applicants, marks will be calculated as follows:
Class X: English + best 4 subjects
Class XII: English + best 3 subjects
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%
Candidates will be shortlisted based on the academic criteria specified in Sl. No. 9.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for Written Examination and Viva Voce in a 1:3 ratio (Post: Applicants).
Candidates must be proficient in both Dzongkha and English.
Candidates shall not be more than 45 years on the date of appointment.
Qualification must possess a formal degree from RGoB-recognized universities/colleges.
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.
