CGHS Recruitment 2026: 2 Legal Consultant Posts – Apply Offline @ mohfw-dohfw.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy and Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification

Legal Consultant (retired Government officer)

• Retired Central Government Servant at the level of Under Secretary / Deputy Secretary or equivalent.
• Relevant experience in handling court cases and legal matters in the Government of India.
• In-depth understanding of legal procedures, Government litigation, and coordination with multiple stakeholders.
• Preference may be given to candidates possessing an LL.B. degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Maximum Age: 63 years as on the last date of submission of application.

Legal Consultant (Young Professional)

• Law degree (LLB) from a UGC-recognized University with minimum 5 years post-qualification relevant work experience in the legal field, OR
• Graduate in Law (integrated 5-year course) from a UGC-recognized University with minimum 5 years post-qualification relevant work experience.
• Excellent legal research, analysis, drafting, and presentation skills.
• Maximum Age: 40 years as on the last date of receiving the application.

The notification does not mention any age relaxation. For complete eligibility, candidates must refer to Annexure-I and Annexure-II of the CGHS Legal Consultant Official Notification PDF.

Selection Process and Screening Clause

The official notification does not explicitly detail a selection process. Based on the advertisement, applications will be screened against the prescribed eligibility criteria in Annexure-I, Annexure-II, and Annexure-IV. The Ministry reserves the right to accept or reject any application and to modify or cancel the engagement process without assigning any reason.

No TA/DA will be paid for joining or on completion of the engagement. TA/DA for official domestic tours is payable only with prior approval. Foreign travel is not permitted unless authorised by the Secretary, MoHFW.

Performance of the Consultant will be assessed during the first three months; if unsatisfactory, services may be terminated immediately without notice. Annual performance appraisal is a prerequisite for extension.

How to Apply for CGHS Legal Consultant Recruitment 2026

1. Fill in the application in the prescribed format given at Annexure-IV of the notification.
2. Attach a copy of the PPO (Pension Payment Order) and relevant supporting documents.
3. Address the application to: Under Secretary (CGHS), Room No. 301, R.K. Puram-13, CGHS Bhawan, New Delhi.
4. Submit the application by post or by hand within one month from the date of publication of the advertisement.

The Annexure-IV form requires: position applied for, name, father's/mother's name, date of birth, Aadhaar number, date of retirement, department/ministry retired from, designation last held, last pay drawn, pay level, basic pension, telephone and mobile numbers, email ID, mailing and permanent address, educational qualification, and work experience details.

Required Documents and Instructions for Candidates

• Application in the prescribed Annexure-IV format, signed with place and date.
• Recent passport-size photograph affixed on the application form.
• Copy of Pension Payment Order (PPO).
• All relevant supporting documents including degree certificates and experience certificates.
• Two recent passport-size photographs and valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).

Key Instructions

• The engagement is purely contractual and temporary for a specific assignment; it confers no right to regular appointment, absorption, or continuation in service.
• The engagement is full-time; the Consultant shall not take up any other assignment or employment.
• Leave entitlement is 1.5 days per month during the engagement.
• Consultants are not entitled to medical facilities or other service benefits available to regular Government employees.
• The Consultant is bound by the Official Secrets Act and must keep official information confidential.
• Withholding or furnishing false information may result in rejection of application or termination of the engagement.
• The engagement may be terminated by either side with written notice and ends automatically on expiry of the approved tenure unless extended.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for CGHS Legal Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply is within one month from the date of publication of the advertisement. No specific calendar date is mentioned in the notification.

2. Is this a walk-in interview or offline application?

This is an offline application process. Interested candidates must submit the application in the Annexure-IV format by post or by hand to Under Secretary (CGHS), Room No. 301, R.K. Puram-13, CGHS Bhawan, New Delhi. There is no walk-in interview.

3. What is the application fee for CGHS Legal Consultant posts?

No application fee is specified in the official notification. Candidates do not need to pay any fee.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. The engagement is purely contractual and temporary, for one year initially and extendable subject to satisfactory performance and applicable rules. It confers no right to regular appointment, absorption, or continuation in Government service.

5. What is the salary for CGHS Legal Consultant posts?

The Legal Consultant (Young Professional) receives Rs. 50,000 per month. The Legal Consultant (retired Government officer) receives remuneration as per applicable Department of Expenditure instructions, including OM dated 09.12.2020.

6. What is the contract duration and extension policy?

The initial tenure is one year, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and requirement. Extension may be granted for not more than one year at a time, and the total period of continuous engagement shall ordinarily not exceed five years.