Ladakh Sets National Benchmark with 48-Hour Recruitment Results, Launches Domicile Portal.

Ladakh sets National Benchmark in time-bound, transparent recruitment: LG Kavinder Says declaration of examination results in just 48 hours shows administrative efficiency, strong institutional systems Distributes Selection Letters, Launches Online Ladakh Domicile Certificate Portal Don’t consider Government service a Privilege, it is a responsibility, says LG Ladakh Inspires youth to lead country towards PM Modi’s Viksit Bharat 2047.
Leh, December 29: The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, on Monday highlighted the time-bound and transparent recruitment process conducted by the Union Territory Administration through the Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board (LSSSSB), noting that the declaration of examination marks within 48 hours reflected administrative efficiency and strong institutional systems. He said the achievement sets a national benchmark and reflects that even remote and border regions like Ladakh can effectively adopt best-in-class administrative practices through strong institutional systems and clear intent.
The Lt Governor was addressing after handing over selection letters to provisionally selected candidates who appeared in the recent matriculation level exams conducted by the Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board (LSSSSB) at the District Panchayat Resource Centre in Leh. He also launched the Online Ladakh Domicile Certificate Portal, a significant milestone in advancing digital governance and youth empowerment in the Union Territory.
In his address, Shri Kavinder Gupta said that government service is a responsibility towards the people and not merely an employment opportunity, and asked the newly selected candidates to uphold the highest standards of integrity, discipline and professionalism. He emphasised the importance of a citizen-first approach in public service and expressed confidence that the new appointees would contribute meaningfully to good governance, administrative efficiency and nation building in Ladakh.
Highlighting the performance of the Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board, the Lt Governor said the Board, constituted in 2024, was established with the objective of creating a robust, transparent and credible recruitment system. He noted with satisfaction that the Board successfully completed its first recruitment process in a fair, transparent and time-bound manner, from the issuance of advertisements to the conduct of examinations, declaration of results and final selection.
Referring to the launch of the Online Ladakh Domicile Certificate Portal (https://domicile.ladakh.gov.in), Shri Kavinder Gupta said the initiative will simplify procedures, reduce delays and eliminate unnecessary visits to government offices. He said the portal will enhance transparency, efficiency and trust between the administration and citizens, and will be particularly beneficial for Ladakh, given its challenging geographical conditions.
The Lt Governor emphasised that numerous central government flagship programmes like Digital India, Smart City Mission, AMRUT, Housing for All, and Infrastructure Development launched under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi have accelerated development, attracted investments, and created employment opportunities across various sectors. He specifically mentioned free gas connections under Ujjwala scheme, rural and urban housing under PMAY, Har Ghar Nal Se Jal, and mission-mode construction of roads and highways, which have given a new direction to the country’s development journey while strengthening national connectivity and defence preparedness.
Shri Kavinder highlighted unprecedented development witnessed in Ladakh since becoming a Union Territory in 2019, with remarkable progress in empowering youth, farmers, and women. He emphasised that supportive infrastructure, policies, and schemes have been implemented to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment, unlocking immense potential in tourism, renewable energy, handicrafts, and public administration.
Calling upon the youth to play a pivotal role in achieving the national goal of a Viksit Bharat by 2047 under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Lt Governor said that young people are the greatest strength of the nation. He expressed confidence that the newly appointed candidates would uphold the core values of public service and contribute meaningfully to good governance and nation building.
Concluding his address, Shri Kavinder congratulated all selected candidates, stating that this selection letter is the result of their hard work, perseverance, and merit. He urged them not to see it merely as a job offer but as an opportunity for service to the nation.
Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal highlighted the first UT cadre recruitment drive conducted by the UT Administration post-2019, initially with the help of the Staff Selection Commission, through which around 4000 candidates were selected. He emphasised the need felt by the UT Administration to establish its own dedicated Ladakh recruitment board and commended the fair, transparent, and timely manner in which LSSSSB conducted its inaugural recruitment drive for the benefit of Ladakhi youth.
Secretary, LSSSSB, Dr. Zahida Bano, informed that the Board had advertised 377 posts, out of which 99 were matriculation level posts. She highlighted the remarkably short timeframe in which the exams were conducted and results declared, underscoring the Board’s efficiency.
Additional Secretary, GAD, Shri Rigzin Spalgon, briefed the gathering about the Domicile Certificate Issuance Portal, highlighting how it makes the process simpler, faster, and accessible to all citizens.
Under Secretary, LSSSSB, Shri Jigmet Angchuk delivered the vote of thanks.
Among those present during the event were Administrative Secretary Moses Kunzang, Deputy Commissioner Leh Romil Singh Donk, Deputy Commissioner Kargil Rakesh Kumar, Directors/Head of Departments, senior government officials and newly selected candidates.