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

Posted on 07/04/202615/04/2026 Announcements, News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) is pleased to announce the following vacancies for regular appointment: PostPositionSlotsMinimum QualificationPlacementAsst ICT OfficerP52Bachelor’s Degree (4 Years Degree) in IT/Computer Science or related field Head OfficeAsst. Dzongkhag Electoral Registration Officer (DzERO)P58Bachelor’s Degree having one of the modules in the Degree: Information Technology or Demography or Statistics

Electoral Leadership Excellence Programme for ECB Officials

Posted on 01/04/202601/04/2026 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan, in partnership with the Royal Institute of Management, has commenced the Electoral Leadership Excellence Programme for 26 senior officials of the Commission. The programme focuses on strengthening leadership capability through a combination of practical learning and workplace application. It culminates in an electoral reform project aimed

Dispute Settlement Capacity Enhancement Workshop, 2026, from 9th to 14th March in Tsirang

Posted on 17/03/202617/03/2026 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) successfully conducted the Dispute Settlement Capacity Enhancement Workshop, 2026, from 9th to 14th March in Tsirang, with the participation of 62 officials. The workshop aimed to strengthen institutional capacity, enhance operational readiness, and uphold electoral integrity in preparation for the upcoming Local Government Elections.

Fifth Phase of Zhabtog at Gelephu Mindfulness City

Posted on 22/02/202622/02/2026 News & Events

ECB officials in the 5th round of GMC volunteers, from 21st February to 26th February, 2026.

January 2026 Promotions

Posted on 21/01/202621/01/2026 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan extends its warm congratulations to Ugyen and Sangay on their promotion. We thank them for their contributions and wish them continued success as they take on greater responsibilities.

ECB Observes Annual Rimdo 2026 Coinciding with 20th Office Establishment Anniversary

Posted on 16/01/202616/01/2026 News & Events

The Annual Rimdo of the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) for the year 2026 was conducted coinciding with the commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the ECB Office in 2006 at Motithang, Thimphu. The Rimdo was performed by Tsipey Lopens from Pangrizamgpa, Dechencholing. The sacred rituals included

Twenty Years of Upholding Democracy: ECB Inauguration Day Celebration

Posted on 16/01/202616/01/2026 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan commemorated its Inauguration Day, marking 20 years of dedicated service to the Tsa-Wa-Sum. The milestone provided an opportunity to reflect on two decades of strengthening democratic processes, upholding constitutional mandates, and fostering public trust through integrity, professionalism, and impartiality. The programme was graced by the Hon’ble

ECB Welcomes Officials after Completion of Pelsung Immersion Programme at GMC

Posted on 12/01/202612/01/2026 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) warmly welcomed back the officials who had completed three-month Pelsung Immersion Programme at Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) in a session graced by the Hon’ble Chief Election Commissioner. The event was organized to honour Miss Dechen Seldon, Miss Sonam Choden, Miss Ugyen Wangmo, and Miss

ECB Hosts Annual Nyilo Celebration Programme

Posted on 05/01/202605/01/2026 News & Events

The annual Nyilo celebration, organized by the Folk Heritage Museum, Kawajangsa, was held at the Election Commission of Bhutan on 5th January 2025 at 9:30 a.m. in the ECB Lounge. The programme was conducted by a team comprising 22 students and five coordinators. As part of the celebration, the students recited

ECB celebrates 20th Foundation Day

Posted on 31/12/202531/12/2025 News & Events

As we marked the 20th Foundation Day of the Election Commission of Bhutan, we were honoured to come together with members of the ECB family—past and present. The programme was graced by the First Chief Election Commissioner, the Third Chief Election Commissioner, Former Commissioner Dasho Dawa Tenzin, and several former

Commemorating the 118th National Day of the Kingdom of Bhutan

Posted on 16/12/202516/12/2025 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) joins the nation in commemorating the 118 years of the sacred institution of Monarchy in the Kingdom of Bhutan. On this auspicious 118th National Day, the ECB extends its heartfelt felicitations and deep reverence to the farsighted, wise and benevolent leadership of our successive

Royal Civil Service Medal Award Ceremony, 2025

Posted on 11/12/202511/12/2025 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) held the Annual Royal Civil Service Award ceremony today on December 11, 2025, for 2 recipients for their dedicated service to the Tsa-Wa-Sum: 1. Bronze Medal for 15 years of service was awarded to Needup, Dy Chief Planning Officer who joined the service in August 2010;

ECB Celebrates Completion of DeSuung Training by Tsheten Dorji, Language Officer

Posted on 08/12/202509/12/2025 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) proudly welcomed back Mr. Tsheten Dorji, Language Officer upon successful completion of three-week (21-day) DeSuung Training Programme. Tsheten Dorji participated in the 71st batch of Accelerated DeSuung Training Programme from 7th to 28th at Khotokha, Wangdue Phodrang. The welcome was marked by a reception

Tribute to His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo on His 70th Birth Anniversary

Posted on 12/11/202512/11/2025 News & Events

On this auspicious occasion of the 70th Birth Anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, Jigme Singye Wangchuck, the Election Commission of Bhutan joins the nation in offering our deepest respect, heartfelt felicitations, and sincere prayers for His Majesty’s long life, good health, and enduring happiness. We pay homage to

Welcoming the 4th Election Commission

Posted on 28/10/202528/10/2025 News & Events

The ECB family extends its heartfelt congratulations to Hon’ble Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Deki Pema, Commissioner Jigme Thinlye Namgyal, and Commissioner Sonam Pelden Thaye on their appointments as the 4th Election Commission Members. The ECB warmly welcomes them and wishes every success in their new roles. Prior to their appointments, CEC

Completion of Tenure of the 3rd Election Commission

Posted on 15/10/202515/10/2025 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan bade farewell to the Chief Election Commissioner Dasho Sonam Topgay, Commissioner Ugyen Chewang and Commissioner Dawa Tenzin upon successfully completing the 3rd Election Commission’s five-year tenure on 13th October 2025. Dasho Sonam Topgay, the Hon’ble Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan, had been a seasoned civil servant

Wishes for Royal Wedding Anniversary

Posted on 13/10/202513/10/2025 News & Events

On the joyous occasion of the 14th Wedding Anniversary of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, the Election Commission of Bhutan extends its heartfelt warm wishes and sincere prayers for Their Majesties’ continued good health and long life. May Their Majesties be eternally blessed with enduring love, shared

3rd phase of voluntary service at GMC

Posted on 09/10/202509/10/2025 News & Events

"The ECB representatives join the 3rd phase of voluntary service at Gelephu Mindfulness City(GMC) with effect from 7th to 10th October, 2025."

Strategic Leadership and Conflict Management Bootcamp

Posted on 13/06/202513/06/2025 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) is pleased to share that, following the successful completion of the capacity development training programme for the first batch of participants, the second cohort has also completed their training on Strategic Leadership and Conflict Management Bootcamp at IIIDEM, New Delhi, India , held from

Capacity Development Training on Election Administration

Posted on 13/06/202513/06/2025 News & Events

The first cohort of officials underwent a Capacity Development Training on Election Administration, comprising of the ECB employees and selected group of officials who served as Returning Officers and National Observers from the civil service/other agencies during the fourth parliamentary elections at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election

ECB-SRR Amendment, 2025

Posted on 03/02/202503/02/2025 News & Events

ECB-SRR Amendment, 2025

Royal Civil Service Award

Posted on 10/12/202410/12/2024 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) held the Annual Royal Civil Service Award ceremony today on December 10, 2024, for 2 recipients for their dedicated service to the Tsa-Wa-Sum: 1. Gold Medal for 30 years of service was awarded to Ugyen Chewang, Election Commissioner who joined the service in October 1994; and 2. Gold

Desuup volunteers of the Election Commission of Bhutan celebrating the International Volunteer’s Day at Changyul Park

Posted on 05/12/202405/12/2024 News & Events

Dasho CEC’s visit to observe the General Elections to Lok Sabha in India

Posted on 06/05/202406/05/2024 News & Events

Hon’ble CEC and Director in New Delhi, India to observe the General Elections to Lok Sabha as per the invitation from Election Commission of India.

ECB Officials Service Awards 2023

Posted on 14/12/202314/12/2023 News & Events

On 14th of December 2023, the Election Commissioner of Bhutan congratulated and awarded the Service medals to two employees of the ECB in recognition of their dedicated services to the Tsa Wa Sum. Mr. Kinley Dorji and Mr. Wangchuk Dorji have been serving in the ECB for ten years since

Notification for Electoral Roll & Postal Ballot

Posted on 06/11/202306/11/2023 Announcements, News & Events, Notifications

Notification on Electoral Roll & Postal Ballot for the National Assembly Elections, 2023-24 Notification-for-Final-Electoral-Roll-Postal-Voter-ListDownload

Notification for Electoral Roll & Postal Ballot

Posted on 20/10/202320/10/2023 Announcements, News & Events, Notifications

Notification-of-Draft-E-Roll-Voters-List-for-NA-Elections-2023-24Download

List of all applicants for written exam

Posted on 03/08/202303/08/2023 Announcements, News & Events, Notifications

Please find the list of applicants for written exam for various positions in the Election Commission of Bhutan. For any quarries regarding the lists, please contact the HRD at tpenjor@ecb.bt latest by Friday, 4 August 2023, 5 pm. The place for exam will be in Thimphu. The venue and time will be

2nd Interactive Session of the 11th FEMBoSA

Posted on 22/05/202323/05/2023 Announcements, News & Events, News Release, Notifications

News Release The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) in its capacity as the current chair of the 11th Forum of Election Management Bodies of South Asia (FEMBoSA), successfully conducted the Second Interactive Session on 22nd May, 2023. The theme of the 2nd Interactive Session was, "Managing Elections during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Country-specific

Nation Council Results 2013

Posted on 19/04/202319/04/2023 News & Events

Co-ordination Meeting for the Fourth National Council Elections, 2023

Posted on 31/01/202331/01/2023 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan is carrying out a co-ordination meeting from 30th to 31st January, 2023 in Samtse to review and coordinate various programmes and activities being undertaken and planned towards the conduct of the Fourth National Council Elections, 2023. The meeting is attended by the Chief Election Commissioner, Directors,

Royal Civil Service Awards 2022

Posted on 14/12/202210/12/2024 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) held the Annual Royal Civil Service Award ceremony today on December 13, 2022, for 3 recipients for their dedicated service to the Tsa-Wa-Sum: 1.Lifetime Service Award was awarded to Mr. Phuntsho who joined the service in 1987; 2. Gold Medal for 30 years of service was

Seminar for aspiring National Council Candidates for Fourth Parliamentary Elections, 2023

Posted on 22/10/202220/12/2022 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan conducted Seminar for aspiring National Council Candidates on 21st October, 2022 at Terma Linca, Thimphu. The Seminar provided opportunities to engage in open deliberation with the aspiring candidates and disseminate information on the key legal frameworks and other necessary required documents to participate as candidates in

Service Award Ceremony

Posted on 15/12/202115/12/2021 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan organized the Service Award ceremony on 15th December, 2021 for the following officials: Mr. Sonam Tobgyal, Director, ECB was awarded silver medal for his 20 years of dedicated service.Aum Yeshey Dema was awarded the life time service medal for dedicated service to the Tsa-Wa-Sum. The ECB would

Training of the Electoral Officers for the Third Local Government Elections, 2021

Posted on 21/10/202125/10/2021 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan started, today, the training programme for the Electoral Officers who will be deputed on election duty for the Third Local Government elections, 2021 as Returning Officers, National Observers and Media Arbitrator. The programme will be held for two batches of officers from 21st – 22nd

Appointment of New Directors for the Secretariat of the Election Commission of Bhutan and the Department of Election

Posted on 26/08/202126/08/2021 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) hosted a simple ceremony on the occasion of the appointment of new Directors of the ECB on 26th August 2021. Mr. Phub Dorji is appointed as Director of the Secretariat and Mr. Sonam Tobgyal as Director of the Department of Election at the ECB. Prior

Training Workshop of the Electoral Officers for the Third Thromde Elections, 2021

Posted on 11/03/202111/03/2021 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan is conducting a training workshop for the Electoral Officers who will be deputed on election duty for the Third Thromde elections, 2021 as Returning Officers, National Observers, Election Security Focal Officer and Media Arbitrator. The training workshop is being conducted over two days, from 11th

Congratulatory Message

Posted on 18/12/202018/12/2020 News & Events

On the auspicious occasion of the 113th National Day, the Chief Election Commissioner Dasho Sonam Topgay was awarded Bura-Marp by His Majesty the King, for his utmost dedication and services to the country and the people. The staff of the Election Commission of Bhutan would like to offer our sincere Tashi

Oath Taking Ceremony of the Third Election Commission

Posted on 05/11/2020 News & Events

On 5th November 2020, the newly appointed Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners took an Oath of Allegiance presided over by His Excellency, the Chief Justice of Bhutan at the Great Fourth Auditorium, ECB. The ceremony started with the recitation of Trashi Gyalpa and Zhabten to His Majesty The King,

National Website Competition (2019-20)

Posted on 19/05/202019/05/2020 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan is pleased that its website has been adjudged the First position in Autonomous and Corporate Category and Second Runners Up out of 129 evaluated websites in the National Website Competition (2019-20).

Co-ordination Meeting “Our Mission 2018: The National Assembly Elections”

Posted on 25/06/2018 News & Events, News Release

A Co-ordination meeting was held on the theme “Our Mission 2018: The National Assembly Elections” from 18th to 20th of June 2018 in The Great Fourth Auditorium, Democracy House in Thimphu to review and coordinate various Programmes and activities being undertaken and planned towards the conduct of the successful Third

Training of Electoral Officials

Posted on 14/02/201826/02/2018 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan started, today, the training programme for the Electoral Officers who will be deputed on election duty for the Third Parliamentary Elections 2018 as Returning Officers and National Observers. The training programme will be held for two batches of officers from 8th -10th and 11th –

Training of the Party Coordinators/Jabchorpas/Leyjepas in Dzongkhag

Posted on 26/12/201726/02/2018 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan conducted training of the Party Coordinators/ Jabchorpas/ Leyjepas in the twenty Dzongkhags with the objective to enhance their knowledge on the following areas: Code of Conduct of Political Parties during Elections and between Elections (Do’s and Don’ts) Provisions related to Registration, withdrawal or removal from

ECB Officials Service Awards 2017

Posted on 13/12/201726/02/2018 News & Events

On 13 th of December 2017, the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan congratulated and awarded the Service medals to the 12 employees of the ECB, in recognition of their dedicated service to the Tsa Wa Sum. Mr. Karma D Tshering, who superannuated in May 2017 was awarded Lifetimes service award

Training on Election Dispute Settlement

Posted on 26/11/201726/02/2018 News & Events

In preparation for the Parliamentary Election 2018, the Election Commission of Bhutan is conducting training on election dispute settlement covering all the twenty Dzongkhags. The participants of the training are the Members of the Dzongkhag Election Dispute Settlement Bodies, party’s Japchorps, Leyjepas and Godenpas starting from 21 st of November 2017. The Election

Co-ordination workshop “Our Mission 2018”

Posted on 29/10/201726/02/2018 News & Events

A Co-ordination Workshop was held with the theme “Our Mission 2018” from 25 th to 27 th of October 2017 in The Great Fourth Auditorium, Democracy House in Thimphu. The main objective of the meeting is to review and coordinate various Programmes being undertaken and planned towards the conduct of the:

Seminar for Aspiring National Council Candidates

Posted on 12/10/201726/02/2018 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan conducted Seminars for aspiring National Council Candidates on 10 th and 11 th of October 2017 at Terma Linca, Thimphu for two days. In particular, the participants were briefed on various stages in the election period, the documents required for the filing nomination; election campaigning elements

The 8th annual meeting of FEMBoSA

Posted on 27/09/2017 News & Events

Three Officials from the Election Commission of Bhutan led by Election Commissioner Dasho Ugyen Chewang attended the 8th annual meeting of the Forum of Election Management Bodies of South Asia (FEMBoSA). The annual meeting of FEMBoSA is hosted by Independent Election Commission of Afghanistan in Kabul from 24 to 26th September

Refresher Course on Geospatial Techniques

Posted on 29/06/2017 News & Events

Ten Officials from the Election Commission of Bhutan attended a ten-day “Refresher Course on Geospatial Techniques” from 12th to 22nd June, 2017 conducted at Sherubtse College, Royal University of Bhutan. The course organized and resourced by the Center for Climate Change and Spatial Information (CCCSI) with technical support from the faculty

2017 Executive Board Meeting and General Assembly

Posted on 20/03/2017 News & Events

Election Commissioner Ugyen Chewang and the Head of AFD Thinley Jamtsho is attending the 2017 Executive Board Meeting and General Assembly of the Association of Asian Election Authorities (AAEA) in Philippines. The meeting is hosted by the Commission of Elections, Philippines under the theme "Gender Mainstreaming and Social Inclusiveness in Elections". The meeting

LEP Retreat Programme

Posted on 25/01/2017 News & Events

After the successful conduction of the Second Local Government Elections 2016, to further enhanced and improved the electoral process accordingly, the Election Commission of Bhutan conducted "The Learning From Experience Programme (LEP)" of LG Elections 2016 with various stakeholders to collect their feedback and recommendations from field experience. Heads of Department and

9th Local Government Chairperson’s Conference

Posted on 19/01/201723/01/2017 News & Events

On the 9th Local Government Chairperson's Conference-Towards Greater Decentralization & Participatory Governance, the Election Commission of Bhutan was represented by Dasho Deki Pema, Hon'ble Election Commissioner of Bhutan. Speaking to the Local Leaders, Hon'ble Election Commissioner highlighted the importance of role of Local Governments in building Democracy. Hon'ble Election Commissioner also discussed

Opening of Second Session of BCP graced by the His Excellency the Chief Justice

Posted on 03/01/2017 News & Events

The Opening of Second Session of the Bhutan Children's Parliament was graced by the His Excellency the Chief Justice of Bhutan, Royal Court of Justice of Bhutan. His Excellency highlighted that the laws of the country is to regulate the conduct of Societies and its pledge to endeavor in perpetuating

BCP Interactive Sessions with Youth Committees

Posted on 28/12/2016 News & Events

The Members of Bhutan Children's Parliament in Interactive Sessions with the different Youth Committees like Harmony Youth Volunteers, Youth Initiative Members, Police Youth Partnership Programme, Young Volunteers in Action, Bhutan GNH Youth and Clean Samtse

Sherig Lyonpo interacts with the members of BCP

Posted on 28/12/2016 News & Events

Hon'ble Minister for Education Lyonpo Norbu Wangchuk interacted with the student-members and responded to various questions. Lyonpo highlighted on the various initiatives of the education such as the central schools, curriculum and teacher development.

Second Session of the Bhutan Children’s Parliament

Posted on 26/12/2016 News & Events

The Second Session of the Bhutan Children's Parliament (BCP-NA & BCP-NC) commenced on the auspicious 28th Day of the 10th Month of the Fire Male Monkey Year corresponding to 26th of December 2016 in the Great Fourth Auditorium, Democracy House. The session began with oath taking ceremony and awarding of certificates

Civil Service Award

Posted on 19/12/201619/12/2016 News & Events

On Behalf of His Majesty the King, the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan granted 10 years Service Award to 8 Election Officials who had served from 2006 to 2016. The Hon'ble CEC said, Officials now have a great role to play and the award is granted to motivate them further.

Appointment of HOD

Posted on 12/12/201616/12/2016 News & Events

The Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan appointed the former Head of the Department of Electoral Registration & Delimitation, Sonam Tobgyal as the new Head of Department of Election, former Head of the Department of Election, Phub Dorji as the new Head of the Department of Civic & Electoral Training and

Training on Dzongkha Development

Posted on 06/12/2016 News & Events

A team of Supporting Staff from the Dzongkhag Election Offices and the Election Commission of Bhutan are on Training on Dzongkha Development in Dungkhag Conference Hall of Phuentshogling. The training duration if from 05th of Dec 2016 to 07th of Dec 2016, and the team will be trained on topics like Dzongkha

Public Advisory

Posted on 07/10/201605/12/2016 News & Events

The general public are advised that,as notified vide letter No:ECB/NOTIF-01/2016/647 dated 5th of October 2016, the Poll Day for the re-Election in the 13 Local Government Demkhongs with tied results and the re-Poll in Atola Chiwog, Thangrong Gewog of Monggar Dzongkhag will be on 21st of October 2016. All the valid Postal

Training on Mapping, GIS operations and Fundamentals as Election Management tools.

Posted on 20/11/201506/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

A team of 15 officials from the Dzongkhag Election Offices and the Election Commission of Bhutan are in Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands for training on Mapping, GIS operations and Fundamentals as Election Management tools. They will also be visiting the Electoral Council, The Netherlands’ Cadastre, Land Registry, Statistical Bureau and

1st Seoul International Forum on Elections

Posted on 12/05/201505/12/2016 News & Events

Election Commissioner Aum Deki Pema, will be attending the 1st Seoul International Forum on Elections 2015 on 13th and 14th May 2015. The Forum 2015 will be focusing on three themes: The Current Status of ODA Dedicated to Democracy and Elections; Promoting the Political Rights of Minorities ; and The Role of Political Parties

Counting process leaves delegates in awe – The Times of India

Posted on 23/10/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

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First ever National Voters’ Day celebrated in the country

Posted on 16/09/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

The total number of eligible voters by the next local government election in 2016 will increase by 44,500. This is the number of youth coming of age, reaching 18 years, taking the total eligible voters to 426,290...read more

Taking democratic values to remote villages

Posted on 08/09/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

UN-Bhutan Plus: Taking democracy values to remote villages...read more,

FOR COMMENTS

Posted on 04/08/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan is pleased to share this DRAFT “Guidelines for Administration and Management of Support and Assistance provided to Registered Political Parties in the Kingdom of Bhutan for their Institutional Strengthening and Capacity Building, 2014”. Kindly send in your valuable comments to tshewangp@gmail.com for incorporation to be adopted

Closing Remarks of the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan

Posted on 04/08/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

Closing Remarks of the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan Seminar on Lessons Learnt from the Study Tour to Denmark by Political Parties of Bhutan 25th of July 2014 click here to view the Closing Remarks of the Chief Election Commissioner,

Opening Statement of the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan

Posted on 04/08/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

Election Commission of Bhutan Opening Statement of the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan Seminar on Lessons Learnt from the Study Tour to Denmark by Political Parties of Bhutan 25th of July 2014 Honoured Dignitaries, Members of diplomatic corps, Representative of International and Bilateral Offices, Members of Parliament, Members of Political Parties, Members of

Appreciation to lopen Tshering and Team

Posted on 30/07/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

Letter of Appreciation ! Dear Lopon Tshering and Team, We are very happy to go through your report regarding the activities carried out by Democracy Clubs of Schools under Trashigang Dzongkhag. We note with great sense of happiness that many Student Bodies have now Elections in their schools under your Dzongkhag. I would

Appreciation to Aum Ugyen and Team

Posted on 30/07/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

Letter of Appreciation! Dear Aum Ugen and Team, We are delighted to get the Snake and Ladder Game developed for use in Civic and Voter Education with special focus on Wangdue Dzongkhag. I would like on behalf of the Election Commission of Bhutan and on my own behalf extend our heartiest Congratulation to

Report on Functioning of Democracy Club in Schools (Student Body Election) in Trashigang Dzongkhag

Posted on 30/05/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

Report on Functioning of Democracy Club in Schools (Student Body Election) in Trashigang Dzongkhag Compiled by Election Office, Trashigang...<<read more

For Comments

Posted on 08/05/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

FOR COMMENTS: The Election Commission of Bhutan has prepared this document on “Political Participation” incorporating feedback received during Learning from Experience Programme workshops carried out in 2013. Please send your feedback to: dawaten@hotmail.com Draft copies of the documents are shared with key stakeholders, for further comments. The same is placed herewith

More than Money & Men: Conducting Elections Amongst Eastern Himalayan Glaciers

Posted on 07/05/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

Lunana is one of the most remote Gewogs in the country with tough geographical terrain and High Mountain passes. It is about 5200 meters above sea level. Lunana Gewog remains cut off from rest of the Dzongkhag for almost six months (starting from the month of December till May). It

Lok Sabha Elections 2014:

Posted on 04/04/201408/12/2016 News & Events

Lok Sabha Elections 2014: Poll panel asks websites to remove unlawful content | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis...read more

Ability Bhutan Society

Posted on 01/04/201408/12/2016 News & Events

To, All Officials of Election Commission of Bhutan. The Ability Bhutan Society (ABS) will be observing the World Autism Awareness Day 2014 on 2nd of April at the Clock Tower commencing at 4:30 pm. All officials of the Election Commission of Bhutan are cordially invited to join in the Celebration. With regards (Kunzang Wangdi) Chairperson

Keynote Address by HRH Princess Sonam Dechan Wangchuck

Posted on 17/01/201408/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

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Speech of the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan at the 8th Anniversary of the Election Commission of Bhutan

Posted on 17/01/201408/12/2016 News & Events

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Report on International Democracy Day

Posted on 19/09/201308/12/2016 News & Events

"On this International Day of Democracy, let us redouble our efforts to support all people, in particular the young – the drivers of this year’s momentous events – in making democracy a working reality. This Day belongs to them. Let us honor their commitment to a lifelong journey in democracy." Secretary-General

Key Note Address of Dasho Kunzang Wangdi

Posted on 18/09/201308/12/2016 News & Events

Keynote Address of Dasho Kunzang Wangdi, Chief Guest at the International Democracy Day 2013 at Paro College of Education, Royal University of Bhutan, Paro (Sunday the 15th of September 2013) Her Excellency Aum Christina Carlson, UN Resident Coordinator for UN Systems and Resident Representative, UNDP, Bhutan. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Dasho Pema Thinley, Hon’ble

Keynote Speech

Posted on 24/07/201308/12/2016 News & Events

Keynote Speech on the Occasion of Issue of Certificate of Election to Honourable Elected Members of Parliament to National Assembly 19th July 2013 Tashi Delek and warm welcome to all honourable Member of Parliament elects who are present here today to receive the Certificate of Election following the successful conduct of the

Tender Inviting Quotation

Posted on 21/06/201308/12/2016 News & Events

The Election Commission of Bhutan is pleased to invite sealed quotation from the licensed suppliers for the supply of the following items: Stationery Items Election Materials Annual Maintenance of Pool Vehicles Catering Hire of Vehicles and Office Furniture Documents containing detailed requirements/ specifications will be available for sale on payment of Nu. 300.00 each (non-refundable) from the

Email ID’s of Returning Officers

Posted on 01/05/201308/12/2016 News & Events

Email ID's of Returning Officers

Placements of ROs, AROs and NOs for National Assembly Elections, 2013

Posted on 30/04/201308/12/2016 News & Events

Placements of Returning Officers, Asst. Returning Officers and National Observers for the National Assembly Elections, 2013 Returning Officers Assistant Returning Officers National Observers

Placement of Returning Officer, National Observer, Assistant Returning Officer & Micro Observer For The National Council Elections, 2013

Posted on 09/04/201308/12/2016 News & Events

Date Of Issue Of The Royal Decree By His Majesty The King Of Bhutan

Posted on 09/04/201308/12/2016 News & Events

Strategy for the Conduct of The Second Parliamentary Elections 2013: National Council

Posted on 09/04/201308/12/2016 News & Events

Royal Decree appointing Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan

Posted on 09/04/201308/12/2016 Featured, News & Events

His Majesty the King has appointed Dasho Kunzang Wangdi as the Chief Election Commissioner of Bhutan. In accordance with Article 2.19 (e) (f) and (g) of the Constitution, His Majesty the King appointed Dasho Kunzang Wangdi as the Chief Election Commissioner.