Consultant (Legal Cell) Recruitment at Ministry of External Affairs 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Candidates must hold an LLB/B.L. degree and have at least 5 years of post-enrollment experience as an advocate. A Master's in Law is desirable.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Candidates must have at least 5 years of work experience post-enrollment as an advocate. Working experience as a legal advisor with a Government Ministry/Department or PSU is preferred.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 25 to 55 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is recruiting two Consultants for its Legal & Treaties -II (L&T-II) Division in New Delhi. This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to contribute to government affairs, offering a one-year contract with potential for extension and a maximum annual remuneration of ₹12,00,000. Eligible candidates with an LLB/B.L. degree and relevant experience are encouraged to review the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria and application procedures.
- The contract for the Consultant (Legal Cell) position is initially for one year, with potential for extension.
- Applicants must be Indian nationals and should be between 25 and 55 years of age as of the application deadline.
- Preference will be given to candidates holding a Master's in Law and having experience as an advocate.
- The role involves extensive legal work, including vetting documents, managing court cases, and conducting research for the Ministry.
- Proficiency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is a desirable qualification for this role.
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Additional Salary Information
The remuneration package will be commensurate with experience and profile, with a maximum of Rs. 12,00,000 per annum, subject to applicable taxes. No HRA or other benefits like Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, or Medical Attendance Treatment will be admissible.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Application Scrutiny Interview/Written Test Document Verification Final Selection
Application Fees
Refer official detailed notification
Reservation
Refer official detailed notification
How to Apply
- Applicants who fulfill the eligibility criteria may submit their application as per the proforma at Annexure I.
- Documents and certificates supporting educational qualifications and government service experience should be attached.
- Applications along with supporting documents can be submitted through either offline or online modes.
- Offline Mode: Send by registered post in an envelope labelled as "Application for the position of Consultant (Legal Cell) in the L&T-II Division of Ministry of External Affairs" to Under Secretary (PF&PG), Ministry of External Affairs, Room No. 4071, Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan, 23-D, Janpath, New Delhi-110011.
- Online Mode: Send via email to aopfsec@mea.gov.in with the subject clearly mentioning the name of the candidate and the position.
- Incomplete applications or those received without supporting documents will be summarily rejected.
- The date, time, and venue of the interview will be conveyed through email.
- Applicants must make their own arrangements to reach the interview venue; no TA/DA will be paid.
Frequently Asked Questions
The maximum remuneration for the Consultant (Legal Cell) position is ₹12,00,000 per annum, subject to applicable taxes.
Applicants must be between 25 and 55 years of age as of the last date for submission of the application.
Candidates must have passed LLB/B.L. (5-year or 3-year course) from a recognized institute in India with good academic records.
