Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), Shillong, Meghalaya has announced a recruitment notification for 1 Land Recording Officer position. This is a full-time, level-17 post offering a monthly salary between ₹55,500 and ₹1,16,200 plus usual allowances. Offline applications are invited from eligible candidates, with the last submission date being 15 December 2026.
Overview
The Land Recording Officer role at KHADC is designed to manage and modernise land records using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and contemporary surveying methodologies. The successful candidate will work under the KHADC administrative framework in Shillong and will be responsible for implementing cadastral mapping, GIS-based land records management, and related administrative tasks. This recruitment notification carries Advertisement No. DC.I/28/2026/2 and was published on 12 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 12 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission (office hours) | 15 December 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹500 (Demand Draft, non-refundable) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Land Recording Officer | 1 | Bachelor's degree or higher in GIS, Surveying, Geomatics, Geography, Geology, Land Management or allied disciplines, with minimum 2 years practical experience |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Surveying, Geomatics, Geography, Geology, Land Management or closely allied disciplines. A minimum of two years of verifiable practical experience in modern land surveying, cadastral mapping, GIS-based land records management or related fieldwork is mandatory.
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 25 and 37 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
Selection Process: The selection will be based on a two-paper written examination. Paper I covers General English, General Knowledge, Aptitude and Reasoning, the Sixth Schedule to the Indian Constitution, and customary land laws and traditional tenure systems in Khasi Hills. Paper II tests knowledge of Remote Sensing, GIS, Geomatics, Earth Sciences, Land Management, modern land surveying techniques, drone surveying, cadastral mapping and GIS tool operation. Each paper is worth 100 marks and has a 3-hour duration.
How to Apply
- Obtain the application form from the official KHADC website or download the notification PDF for detailed instructions.
- Complete the application form legibly with all required personal, educational and professional details.
- Attach supporting documents including educational certificates, experience proof, age proof and other required credentials.
- Prepare a non-refundable Demand Draft of ₹500 in the name specified in the notification.
- Submit the complete application package offline during office hours to Room No. 317, Personnel and Administrative Department, KHADC, Shillong.
- Ensure submission is completed before 15 December 2026.
Salary
The Land Recording Officer position is classified at Level-17 of the pay scale. The monthly salary ranges from ₹55,500 to ₹1,16,200 plus all applicable dearness allowance, house rent allowance and other standard government allowances as per KHADC norms.
Important Links
- Download KHADC notification PDF
- Application form for KHADC Recruitment 2026
- Visit KHADC official website
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the last date to apply for the Land Recording Officer position at KHADC?
- The last date for submitting offline applications is 15 December 2026 during office hours. Applications must be sent to Room No. 317, Personnel and Administrative Department, KHADC, Shillong.
- Q: What is the application fee for KHADC Land Recording Officer recruitment?
- The application fee is ₹500, payable as a non-refundable Demand Draft for all candidates.
- Q: What is the salary range for the Land Recording Officer post?
- The monthly salary is ₹55,500 to ₹1,16,200 (Level-17) plus usual allowances.
- Q: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
- You must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in GIS, Surveying, Geomatics, Geography, Geology, Land Management or related disciplines with a minimum of 2 years practical experience in modern land surveying, cadastral mapping, GIS-based land records management or related fieldwork.
- Q: What is the age limit for applying?
- Candidates must be between 25 and 37 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
- Q: How many vacancies are available for the Land Recording Officer position?
- Only 1 vacancy is available for the Land Recording Officer position at KHADC, Shillong.
Candidates are advised to verify all details on the official KHADC website before submitting their applications.