Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), Shillong, Meghalaya, has invited applications for the post of Law Officer under Advt No. DC.I/53/2025-2026/11. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 15 December 2026.
The post is for Shillong. Qualification required: Law Graduate from any recognised institution/university, cleared the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), with a minimum of seven (7) years practical experience as Advocate practising in a Court of Law. The pay is ₹55,500 - ₹1,16,200 PM (Level-17) plus usual allowances. The application fee is Rs. 500 (non-refundable). Selection is by written Examination (two papers of 100 marks each, 3 hours each) and personal Interview. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 15 December 2026
- Vacancies: 1
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Fee: All candidates: Rs. 500 (non-refundable)
- Pay: ₹55,500 - ₹1,16,200 PM (Level-17) plus usual allowances
- Age limit: 25 to 37 years (as on 1 July 2026)
- Place: Shillong
KHADC Law Officer Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), Shillong, Meghalaya |
| Post Name | Law Officer |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | DC.I/53/2025-2026/11 |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Pay | ₹55,500 - ₹1,16,200 PM (Level-17) plus usual allowances |
| Place of Posting | Shillong |
| Qualification | Law Graduate from any recognised institution/university, cleared the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), with a minimum of seven (7) years practical experience as Advocate practising in a Court of Law |
| Age Limit | 25 to 37 years (as on 1 July 2026) |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 15 December 2026 |
| Send Application To | Room No. 317 (Personnel and Administrative Department), KHADC, Shillong |
KHADC Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. DC.I/53/2025-2026/11 gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download KHADC notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Law Graduate from any recognised institution/university, cleared the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), with a minimum of seven (7) years practical experience as Advocate practising in a Court of Law
- Experience: Minimum of seven (7) years practical experience as Advocate practising in a Court of Law
- Age limit: 25 to 37 years (as on 1 July 2026)
Other conditions:
- Must be able to speak, read and write Khasi Language
- Must furnish a valid contact number, WhatsApp number and email address
Who Cannot Apply for KHADC Recruitment 2026
- Candidates who are not of the Scheduled Tribe Community of the State of Meghalaya
- Applications received after the last date
- Incomplete applications or those with incorrect or misleading information
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Rs. 500 (non-refundable) |
Payment mode: Demand Draft in favour of the Executive Committee, KHADC, Shillong, payable at Meghalaya Rural Bank, Iewduh Branch.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 12 November 2026 |
| Age reckoned as on | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application Forms (during office hours) | 15 December 2026 |
How Will KHADC Select Candidates?
- Written Examination (two papers of 100 marks each, 3 hours each)
- Personal Interview
- Admit Cards issued in soft copy through registered email and WhatsApp; hard copy to be produced at the examination centre
- Candidates fulfilling essential qualifications called for written examination
- Written examination of two papers of 100 marks each, 3 hours each
- Personal interview, attended at candidate's own expense
KHADC Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English, General Knowledge, Sixth Schedule to the Constitution of India, Customary land laws and KHADC Acts and Rules, Meghalaya Building Bye-Laws | 100 | 3 hours |
| Paper II | Legal drafting, Contempt of Court's Act, Interpretation of Statutes, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, CPC/CrPC/BNSS, Evidence Act/BSA, IPC/BNS, Family Law, Service Laws | 100 | 3 hours |
- Candidates shall download and produce a hard copy of the Admit Card at the examination centre.
- No TA/DA shall be admissible for the written examination and personal interview.
Documents to Enclose
- Application in standard form, completed in all respects
- Self-attested copies of all relevant certificates and documents
- Three recent passport-size photographs
- Demand Draft of Rs. 500/- in favour of the Executive Committee, KHADC, Shillong, payable at Meghalaya Rural Bank, Iewduh Branch
- No Objection Certificate from the concerned authority (for applicants in Central/State Government or PSU service)
How to Apply for KHADC Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Complete the application in standard form in all respects.
- Attach self-attested copies of all relevant certificates and documents and three recent passport-size photographs.
- Attach a Demand Draft of Rs. 500/- in favour of the Executive Committee, KHADC, Shillong, payable at Meghalaya Rural Bank, Iewduh Branch.
- Submit the application at Room No. 317 (Personnel and Administrative Department), KHADC, Shillong.
- Submit by 15-12-2026 during office hours.
- In-service applicants apply through proper channel with an NOC.
Other Points to Note
- There will be no Ineligibility List; ineligible candidates are summarily rejected without further information
- Original certificates must be produced for verification whenever required; failure may result in disqualification
KHADC Law Officer Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download KHADC notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for KHADC Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit KHADC official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council, Advertisement No. DC.I/53/2025-2026/11, dated 12 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
