West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills District, Tura has officially released a recruitment notification inviting online applications from permanent residents of Meghalaya for various Group C and Group D posts.
The recruitment will be conducted through the District Selection Committee (DSC), West Garo Hills.
Eligible candidates can apply online only before the last date mentioned below.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Overview
| Recruiting Authority | Office of the Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills District |
| Selection Body | District Selection Committee (DSC) |
| Post Type | Group C & Group D |
| Job Location | West Garo Hills District, Meghalaya |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Who Can Apply | Permanent residents of Meghalaya |
| Advertisement Date | 14 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 February 2026 (upto 5:00 PM) |
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Overview
Post No. 1 – Lower Division Assistant (LDA)
- Department: Various Government Departments, West Garo Hills.
- Number of Vacancies: 52
- Category: Group C
- Pay Level: Level-5
Category Wise Posts:
| UR | 7 |
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia | 40 |
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia – PwDs (Deaf & Hard of Hearing) & Locomotor | 2 |
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia – (Sports Persons) | 2 |
| OSTs/ SCs | 1 |
| Total Posts | 52 |
Educational Qualification:
- SSLC passed.
- Certificate/Diploma in Computer Application.
- Minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute.
Post No. 2 – Weaving Demonstrator
- Number of Vacancies: 12
- Department: District Handloom Officer, Tura.
- Category: Group C
- Pay Level: Level-5
Category Wise Posts:
| UR | 2 |
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia | 9 |
| OSTs/ SCs | 1 |
| Total Posts | 12 |
Educational Qualification:
- HSSLC/SSLC passed with 2 years Certificate Course in Handloom Technology from HTI, Mendipathar.
OR - Candidates who passed 2 years Certificate Course in Handloom from Handloom Training Institute, Mendipathar are eligible to apply.
Post No. 3 – Weaving Assistant
- Number of Vacancies: 2
- Department: District Handloom Officer, Tura.
- Category: Group C
- Pay Level: Level-4
Category Wise Posts:
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia | 2 |
| Total Posts | 2 |
Educational Qualification:
- As prescribed for Handloom Department posts given above.
- As per Cabinet approval dated 19 December 2023, over-aged past-out trainees are also eligible, provided they meet the required Diploma qualification.
- This age condonation is only applicable for this recruitment cycle and will not be treated as a precedent for any future recruitment in the same post.
Post No. 4 – Driver
- Number of Vacancies: 7
- Department: Various Departments, West Garo Hills
- Category: Group C
- Pay Level: Level-3
Category Wise Posts:
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia | 6 |
| OSTs/SCs | 1 |
| Total Posts | 7 |
Educational Qualification:
- Class VIII Passed
- Candidates must have a valid driving licence for Light or Medium/Heavy Motor Vehicles. Driving experience will be preferred.
- A valid licence for Light or Medium Motor Vehicles is also acceptable.
Post No. 5 – Surveillance Worker
- Number of Vacancies: 5
- Department: Office of the DMHO, NCVD, West Garo Hills, Tura.
- Category: Group C
- Pay Level: Level-2
Category Wise Posts:
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia | 4 |
| OSTs/SCs | 1 |
| Total Posts | 5 |
Educational Qualification:
- HSSLC Passed.
Post No. 6 – Grade-IV
- Number of Vacancies: 18
- Department: Various Government Departments, West Garo Hills.
- Category: Group C
- Pay Level: Level-1
Category Wise Posts:
| UR | 4 |
| Garo/Khasi/Jaintia | 14 |
| Total Posts | 18 |
Educational Qualification:
- Class VI Passed.
Total Vacancies: 96 Posts
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 years.
- Maximum Age: 32 years.
Age Relaxation:
- ST/SC/OSTs candidates: 5 years. (Permanent Residents of Meghalaya).
- Persons with Disabilities (PwDs):
- 10 years for General candidates.
- 15 years for STs/SCs/ OSTs candidates.
Government employees must produce NOC during Personal Interview.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Local Language Test – Mandatory
As per Government of Meghalaya Personnel & A.R. (B) Department order, all candidates applying for posts under DSC must qualify a paper on Knowledge of Local Language of the district.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Method of Selection:
- Written Examination.
- Personal Interview
- Local Language Test.
The final selection or recommendation of suitable candidates against the vacancies will be made by the Committee through:
- Computer typing.
- Practical test.
- Written examination.
- Personal interview.
The District Selection Committee reserves the right to change the selection methods during the recruitment period.
The Committee reserves the right to modify the selection process if required.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply Online:
- Visit the Meghalaya Online Recruitment Application System. Links provided on the table below.
- Register using valid details.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
No offline applications will be accepted.
Preference will be given to eligible local candidates of the district.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
- ₹100 – General Candidates.
- ₹50 – SC/ST Candidates.
- Exempted: Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
Payment Modes:
- SBI Net Banking
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- UPI
Fees once paid are non-refundable.
Reservation of Vacancies:
- Reservation will be followed strictly as per Government of Meghalaya Reservation Policy.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions:
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Multiple applications for the same post may lead to disqualification.
- Candidates must produce original documents during verification.
- Submission of false information will result in cancellation of candidature.
- Applicants will have to bear their own expenses for attending the practical test, written test, and interview.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Important Links & Dates:
| Official Advertisement / Souce | Click Here *** |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Last Date To Apply | 19th February 2026 upto 5:00 PM |
| Home Page | Click Here |
*** As the official website link is not available at the time of publishing, candidates may refer to the official Facebook page/post of the concerned department for the advertisement. Applicants are advised to regularly check the department’s official website for updates.
Disclaimer:
This article is published for informational purposes only. Readers are advised to verify eligibility, important dates, and application details from the official advertisement /notification and the official website before applying. The publisher shall not be responsible for any changes, errors, or discrepancies.
West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Which posts are included in this recruitment?
Ans: The recruitment includes posts such as Lower Division Assistant (LDA), Weaving Demonstrator, Weaving Assistant, Driver, and Grade-IV/Sweeper.
Q2. Does this recruitment include Group A or Group B posts?
Ans: No. This notification is only for Group C and Group D posts. There are no Group A or Group B vacancies.
Q3. Who can apply for West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Only permanent residents of Meghalaya who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.
Q4. What is the mode of application?
Ans: Candidates must apply online only through the official recruitment portal. Offline applications are not accepted.
Q5. What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: The last date for submitting the online application is 19 February 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Q6. What is the age limit for applying?
Ans: The age limit is 18 to 32 years as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for ST/SC and PwD candidates as per government rules.
Q7. Is the local language test compulsory?
Ans: Yes. All candidates must qualify the local language test of the district as mandated by the Government of Meghalaya.
Q8. What is the selection process for these posts?
Ans: The selection process includes a written examination, local language test, and personal interview, as applicable.
Q9. Where should candidates verify the final details?
Ans: Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF issued by the Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills District for complete and authentic information before applying.
Q10. What is the name of this recruitment?
Ans: This recruitment is called West Garo Hills District Recruitment 2026, conducted by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, West Garo Hills.
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