DLSA Kendrapara Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 5 Assistant, Deputy Chief & Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

DLSA Kendrapara Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 5 Assistant, Deputy Chief & Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The District Legal Services Authority Kendrapara (DLSA Kendrapara) has officially announced a recruitment drive for 5 posts of Assistant, Deputy Chief, and Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel. This is a contractual opportunity for enrolled advocates seeking government-linked roles in legal aid defense. The recruitment is based on a competitive examination process comprising a Written Test and Viva-voce. Interested candidates must submit offline applications before 06 March 2026.

Recruitment Type: Competitive Examination (Written Test + Viva-voce).

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

• General Qualification for all posts: Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council under Advocates Act, 1961; Membership of Bar Council of Odisha or registered Bar Association; Practice experience in criminal law as per post; Knowledge of criminal laws including BNSS, BSA, BNS.
• Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Enrolled Advocate with at least 10 years of practice in criminal law, at least 30 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable), excellent communication skills, leadership qualities, preferable computer knowledge.
• Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Enrolled Advocate with at least 7 years of practice in criminal law, at least 20 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable), excellent criminal law knowledge, communication skills, legal research, IT proficiency.
• Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Enrolled Advocate with 0 to 3 years of practice in criminal law, good communication skills, ethical understanding, excellent writing and research skills, high IT proficiency.

Age Limit

Please refer to the official notification for specific age limit details for each post. Age as on: Not specified in text; check official PDF for cut-off date.

Mandatory Requirements

• Practice in criminal law as per post requirements.
• Knowledge of criminal laws (BNSS, BSA, BNS).
• Computer knowledge/IT proficiency preferred or required.

Age Relaxation

Not explicitly mentioned in text; refer to official notification for SC/ST/OBC relaxation rules.

Examination Structure & Selection

Selection Stages

1. Written Test (80 marks on criminal laws)
2. Viva-voce (20 marks)

Exam Mode

Not specified in text (likely Offline/OMR-based for Written Test; check official notification).

Exam Pattern

Negative Marking

Not mentioned in text; refer to official notification for details.

Syllabus Highlights

• Criminal Laws: BNSS (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita), BSA (Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam), BNS (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita)
• Legal research, communication skills, IT proficiency (for viva-voce)

Application Fee

Not mentioned in text; refer to official notification for fee details by category (Gen/OBC, SC/ST, PwD) and payment mode.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official website: https://kendrapara.dcourts.gov.in/.
2. Read the official notification carefully.
3. Download the application form from the official website.
4. Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
5. Attach self-attested copies of required documents (photograph, signature, ID proof, certificates).
6. Check all details carefully before submission.
7. Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post.
8. Ensure the application reaches before the last date: 06-03-2026.
9. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Dates (Detailed)

• Notification Release: 25 February 2026
• Application Start: Not specified (Offline mode)
• Application End: 06 March 2026
• Admit Card Release: To be notified (Check official website)
• Exam Date: To be announced (Written Test & Viva-voce)
• Result Date: To be announced

Important Links Section

• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online Link: Not applicable (Offline mode); Download form from official website.
• Official Website: https://kendrapara.dcourts.gov.in/