The Office of the Jowai Municipal Board, West Jaintia Hills District, Meghalaya, has released an official notification inviting online applications from Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Khasi and Jaintia Hills (excluding East Khasi Hills) for various engineering and officer posts under the Khasi–Jaintia Cluster.
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the official website www.westjaintiahills.gov.in.
Jowai Municipal Board Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Jowai Municipal Board, West Jaintia Hills |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Post Name | Engineer & Finance Officer |
| No. of Posts | 08 |
| Job Location | Meghalaya |
| Cluster | Khasi–Jaintia Hills Cluster (excluding East Khasi Hills) |
| Notification No. | UAU.86/2025/21, dated 21st October 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.westjaintiahills.gov.in |
Jowai Municipal Board Vacancy Details 2025
| Post Name | Qualification | Pay Level | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering OR Diploma with 5 years’ experience | Level 15 | 1 |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 5 years’ experience | Level 15 | 1 |
| Assistant Engineer (Environmental) | Master’s in Environmental Science/Engineering OR Bachelor’s in Environmental or Civil Engineering | Level 15 | 2 |
| Assistant Engineer (Hydrologist) | Master’s in Environmental, Hydrology, or Water Resources Engineering OR Bachelor’s in Civil/Environmental/Hydrology Engineering | Level 15 | 1 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | Level 11 | 1 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering | Level 11 | 1 |
| Finance Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Science/Arts with Commerce, Economics, or Mathematics | Level 15 | 1 |
Total Posts: 8

Jowai Municipal Board Age Limit 2025
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General | 18 years | 32 years |
| SC/ST | — | 37 years |
Cut-off Date: 01.12.2025
Application Fee
| Post Level | Category | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Level 15 | General: ₹460 SC/ST: ₹230 | Non-refundable |
| Level 11 | General: ₹320 SC/ST: ₹160 | Non-refundable |
Mode of Payment: Internet Banking or UPI

Selection Process
The selection will be conducted by the Selection Committee through:
- Online Examination
- Personal Interview
Tentative Exam Schedule
| Date | Posts |
|---|---|
| 8 Dec 2025 | AE (Civil) & AE (Mechanical) |
| 9 Dec 2025 | AE (Environmental) |
| 10 Dec 2025 | AE (Hydrologist) & JE (Mechanical) |
| 11 Dec 2025 | JE (Electrical) & Finance Officer |
Syllabus
- General Awareness (25 Marks): Culture, History, Geography, Current Affairs (National & International), Environment, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Computer Knowledge.
- Core Subjects (75 Marks): Based on relevant engineering or finance discipline.
(Detailed syllabus available on the official website.)
Reservation Policy
- 80% combined reservation for Khasi, Jaintia, and Garo candidates.
- 5% reserved for other Scheduled Castes and Tribes.
- Posts are strictly for candidates of Khasi–Jaintia Hills Cluster (excluding East Khasi Hills).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 30th October 2025 |
| Last Date for Submission | 30th November 2025 |
How to Apply for Jowai Municipal Board Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website: www.westjaintiahills.gov.in.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Fill in all details accurately in the online application form.
- Upload necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee via Internet Banking or UPI.
- Submit and retain the unique application code for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must be permanent residents of Khasi–Jaintia Hills (excluding East Khasi Hills).
- Apply before the last date to avoid technical issues.
- Admit cards and results will be published only on the official website.
- No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the test/interview.
- Use of electronic gadgets is prohibited in examination centers.
- All admissions to the recruitment stages will be provisional, pending certificate verification.
- Any falsification or impersonation will lead to cancellation and legal action.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Apply Here |
| Official Website | www.westjaintiahills.gov.in |