The University of Delhi has advertised 1 post of Legal Assistant (Post Code ND0602) at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC under Advt. No. R&P/326/2026 dated 30 October 2026. Law graduates with 3 years’ experience handling court cases or practising in civil or labour matters, aged up to 40, can apply online until 20 November 2026.
At a glance.
1 post (UR) · Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) · Law degree + 3 years’ experience · Age up to 40 · Prelims MCQ + descriptive main exam + skill test · Fee Rs 1,000 (UR) · Apply online by 20 November 2026.
Read the official advertisement (PDF) →
Vacancy Details
| Post code | Post | Posts | Category | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND0602 | Legal Assistant | 1 | UR | Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) |
The same advertisement also has 2 posts of Junior Hindi Translator.
Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential qualification | A professional degree in Law from a recognised university |
| Experience | At least 3 years of handling court cases in a government or semi-government organisation, and/or practice before a High Court or lower court in civil or labour matters |
| Desirable | Postgraduate degree; diploma in IPR or Labour Laws; good drafting and noting skills; knowledge of service rules for Central Government employees; hands-on computer experience |
| Age | Up to 40 years as on the closing date; relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (Central List)/PwBD/ex-servicemen and others as per rules |
Selection Process
- Preliminary test: 100 MCQs, 200 marks, 2 hours, with negative marking of 0.5 per wrong answer. It is used only for shortlisting (30 candidates per vacancy).
- Main examination: descriptive, 200 marks, 2 hours. Final merit is based on this.
- Skill test: 100 marks, qualifying (minimum 50).
- Document verification.
Application Fee
- General/Unreserved: Rs 1,000
- OBC (NCL), EWS and women: Rs 800
- SC, ST and PwBD: Rs 600
How to Apply
- Apply online through the DU non-teaching recruitment portal. The advertisement is listed on du.ac.in under “Work with DU” → “Advertisement – Departments”.
- Keep scanned copies of your law degree, experience certificates and category certificate ready.
- Any corrigendum will be posted only on the University website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 20 November 2026, or two weeks from publication in Employment News, whichever is later |
| Preliminary test | To be announced |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a practising advocate apply?
Yes. Three years’ practice before a High Court or lower court in civil or labour matters counts.
Is there a written exam?
Yes: an MCQ preliminary test for shortlisting, then a descriptive main exam that decides merit, and a qualifying skill test.
Is the post reserved?
No. The single post is unreserved.
Download the official advertisement (PDF) →
Source: University of Delhi, Advt. No. R&P/326/2026 dated 30.10.2026. Check the detailed advertisement on du.ac.in before applying.