DLSA Sambalpur Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel Post

DLSA Sambalpur Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel Post

The District Legal Services Authority Sambalpur (DLSA Sambalpur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of the post of Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel. This is a contractual engagement for an initial period of two years. Interested and eligible candidates with a law degree and significant criminal law practice experience can apply offline. The last date to submit the application form is 05 January 2026.

DLSA Sambalpur Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details 2026

Eligibility Criteria for Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel

Essential Qualification & Experience

• Educational Qualification: Law Degree with Criminal Law Practice.
• Experience: Practice in Criminal Law for at least 7 years. Must have handled at least 20 criminal trials in Sessions Courts.
• Skills Required:
  • Excellent understanding of criminal law.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Skill in legal research.
  • Thorough understanding of ethical duties of a defence counsel.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently with others.
  • IT knowledge with proficiency in work.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Selection will be based on merit.
• Assessment of knowledge, skills, practice, and experience.
• Selection by a committee under the Chairmanship of Principal District & Sessions Judge.
• Final approval by Executive Chairman, State Legal Services Authority.

How to Apply

• Apply in the prescribed application format.
• Submit the application along with self-attested copies of required documents.
• Send by post or submit personally to the Office of the Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Sambalpur.
• The envelope must be superscribed with “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DEPUTY CHIEF LEGAL AID DEFENSE COUNSEL”.
• Last date for submission: 05 January 2026 by 05:00 PM.

General Information

• Engagement is purely contractual for an initial period of two years.
• Extension is subject to satisfactory performance.
• The selected lawyer shall not take any private cases or retainership.
• Applications received after the due date will not be considered.
• Incomplete or defective applications will be rejected.

Important Links

Important Links:

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for DLSA Sambalpur Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application form is 05 January 2026 by 05:00 PM.

How many vacancies are available in DLSA Sambalpur Recruitment 2026?

There is 01 vacancy for the post of Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel.

What is the salary for Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel at DLSA Sambalpur?

The selected candidate will receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 60,000.

What is the required experience for this post?

Candidates must have practiced Criminal Law for at least 7 years and handled at least 20 criminal trials in Sessions Courts.