DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Note: Applications received after 11 September 2026, 5:00 PM will not be considered under any circumstances.

DLSA Sheikhpura Para Legal Volunteer Posts 2026

A total of 100 Para Legal Volunteer positions are available. Since PLVs are expected to work in village-level groups, selection will be done area/region-wise across all parts of Sheikhpura district, rather than through a single district-wide merit list. The final decision on the number and distribution of posts rests with DLSA Sheikhpura. Previously selected and currently serving Para Legal Volunteers under DLSA Sheikhpura must also submit a fresh application, and may be given preference in selection.

Role of a Para Legal Volunteer

• Spreading legal awareness in their local area
• Acting as a bridge between people needing legal aid and DLSA
• Providing legal-aid-related work support at the Authority's office and at Legal Aid Centres
• Any other work assigned by the DLSA office

DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Eligibility Criteria 2026

Who Can Apply

• Must be a permanent resident of Sheikhpura district, Bihar
• Must be physically and mentally fit
• Must be of good character and interested in social service
• Must not be an accused or convicted person in any criminal case
• Must not be a member of any political party

Educational Qualification

Matric (10th) pass or equivalent.

Preferred Applicant Categories

The notice specifically invites applications from persons (women, men, or others) who wish to work for the upliftment of weaker and deprived sections of society without seeking any financial benefit, including: teachers (serving or retired), retired government employees, senior citizens, Anganwadi workers, doctors, students (including law students not yet enrolled as an advocate), and members of non-governmental organisations, clubs, self-help groups, Maitri Samooh, Jeevika group members, or other individuals interested in voluntary service whom DLSA considers suitable to be identified as a Para Legal Volunteer.

DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Honorarium 2026

Selected Para Legal Volunteers will receive a honorarium of ₹750 (seven hundred fifty rupees) per day. This amount is payable only for the specific days on which the DLSA assigns the volunteer a particular task – it is not a fixed monthly salary.

Age Limit

Minimum age: 18 years. No maximum age limit is specified in this notice.

DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Selection Process 2026

1. Selection of Para Legal Volunteers is made through an interview conducted by DLSA Sheikhpura's selection committee.
2. The selection committee's decision is final and binding.
3. Since reservation does not apply to this voluntary role, selection is not category-based; however, selection will be done area/region-wise to ensure representation from village-level groups across the district.
4. Candidates should check the Civil Court, Sheikhpura official website (sheikhpura.dcourts.gov.in) for the interview date.

How to Apply for DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment 2026

1. Download the prescribed application form from the Civil Court, Sheikhpura official website, or collect it from the DLSA/Sadar office.
2. Fill the application form completely.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of certificates for educational and other qualifications.
4. Attach a self-addressed envelope bearing a ₹55 postage stamp with the application.
5. Write your contact (mobile) number on the application form.
6. Send the completed application by registered post, or deliver it by hand, to: Secretary, District Legal Service Authority, Vyavhar Nyayalaya, Sheikhpura, PIN 811105.
7. Ensure the application reaches this address between 12 August 2026 and 11 September 2026, 5:00 PM. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

There is no online application process for this recruitment; applications must be submitted only by post or in person at the address above.

DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Previously selected and currently working Para Legal Volunteers under DLSA Sheikhpura must submit a fresh application; they may be given preference in the selection process.
• The application must be filled completely, with self-attested photocopies of all qualification certificates attached.
• A self-addressed envelope with a ₹55 postage stamp must be enclosed with the application.
• The applicant's mobile number must be written on the application.
• Applicants must declare in the application whether they are a party (applicant or opposite party) to any pending court case, and provide details of the court, relevant sections, and bail status if applicable, along with whether they have been convicted by any court or are absconding in any case.
• Applicants must submit a declaration confirming they have no pending criminal case against them, have not been convicted or declared bankrupt by any competent court, and wish to perform legal service voluntarily without seeking any personal benefit.
• Information regarding the interview and final selection can be downloaded from the Recruitments link on sheikhpura.dcourts.gov.in.
• This notice will be displayed on the notice boards of the Vyavhar Nyayalaya, the DLSA office, all Legal Aid Centres, and the District Information & Public Relations Office; a copy is also being sent to the District Bar Association for display on its notice board.

DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment 2026 Important Links

• Official Notification PDF
• Official Website
• Join Telegram Channel
• Join WhatsApp Channel

Candidates interested in similar legal-aid and social-service volunteer opportunities can also explore more Para Legal Volunteer Jobs and DLSA Recruitment notices across India. Those looking for opportunities within the state can browse the latest Bihar Government Jobs, and those preferring roles closer to Sheikhpura can check Sheikhpura District Jobs. Matric-pass candidates can also look at more 10th Pass Government Jobs matching their qualification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment 2026

Q1: What is DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment 2026?

A1: DLSA Sheikhpura has invited applications from eligible residents of Sheikhpura district, Bihar, to become Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs). A total of 100 positions are available.

Q2: What is the last date to apply for DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment?

A2: The last date to submit the application is 11 September 2026, 5:00 PM.

Q3: How can I apply for DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment?

A3: Applications are accepted offline only. You must download the form from the official website or collect it from the DLSA office, fill it, attach required documents, and send it via registered post or hand delivery to the address given in the notification.

Q4: What is the educational qualification required for the PLV post?

A4: Candidates must be Matric (10th) pass or equivalent.

Q5: Is DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment a government job?

A5: No, this is a voluntary role (Para Legal Volunteer) and not a regular government appointment. Selected volunteers receive a per-day honorarium.

Q6: What is the honorarium for a Para Legal Volunteer?

A6: Selected volunteers receive ₹750 per day, but only for the days on which specific work is assigned by the DLSA.

Q7: What is the selection process for DLSA Sheikhpura PLV Recruitment?

A7: Selection is based on an interview conducted by DLSA Sheikhpura's selection committee.

Q8: What is the age limit for applying?

A8: The minimum age is 18 years. No maximum age has been specified.