DLSA Tiruchirappalli Legal Aid Defense Counsel Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 05 Posts

DLSA Tiruchirappalli Recruitment 2026: Legal Aid Defense Counsel Posts

The District Legal Services Authority, Tiruchirappalli (DLSA Tiruchirappalli) has released an official notification inviting offline applications for the recruitment of 05 Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel, Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel, and Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel. This recruitment is for the Legal Aid Defense Counsel System (LADCS) to provide legal aid and representation in criminal matters. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications in person or by post before the deadline.

Overview Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

General Eligibility: Must be a citizen of India and a local resident of Tiruchirappalli District. Minimum age is 21 years (as on 03 January 2026). No maximum age limit mentioned.

Eligibility for Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel

• Essential: Practice in Criminal law for at least 10 years. Must have handled at least 30 criminal trials in Sessions Court.
• Experience Specifics: Must have appeared as defense lawyer in 5 Sessions Cases where judgments were delivered. Must have conducted 5 Cross-examinations in Sessions cases.
• Desirable: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Thorough understanding of ethical duties of a defense counsel. Ability to lead and work effectively with others. Knowledge of computer systems.

Eligibility for Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel

• Essential: Practice in Criminal law for at least 7 years. Must have handled at least 20 criminal trials in Sessions Court.
• Experience Specifics: Must have appeared as defense lawyer in 5 Session Cases where judgments were delivered. Must have conducted 5 Cross-examinations in Sessions cases.
• Desirable: Excellent understanding of criminal law. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Thorough understanding of ethical duties. IT Knowledge with proficiency in work.

Eligibility for Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel

• Essential: Practice in criminal law for 1 to 3 years.
• Desirable: Good oral and written communication skills. Thorough understanding of ethical duties of defense counsel. Excellent writing and research skills. IT knowledge with proficiency in work.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on merit, taking into account the years of practice, handling of criminal cases in sessions courts, legal knowledge, and writing skills of candidates. The selection shall be carried out by a selection committee under the Chairmanship of the Principal District & Sessions Judge (Chairman, DLSA). The engagement will initially be for a period of two years on a contract basis, extendable based on satisfactory performance.

How to Apply

Candidates must use the standard form of application annexed with the notification. Follow the steps below:

1. Download and take a printout of the application form from the Official Notification PDF.
2. Fill in all required details carefully.
3. Attach two passport size photographs and self-attested photocopies of educational qualification and experience certificates.
4. Submit the duly filled application along with documents in person or by post on or before 23 January 2026 (5:00 P.M.) to:

CHAIRMAN/PRINCIPAL DISTRICT JUDGE,
District Legal Services Authority,
ADR Building, District Court Campus,
Tiruchirappalli.

Note: Incomplete applications will be rejected. No application will be entertained after the last date.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF
• Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for DLSA Tiruchirappalli Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the application form is 23 January 2026 by 05:00 PM.

Q2: What is the mode of application?
A: The application mode is Offline. Candidates must submit the form in person or by post to the address mentioned in the notification.

Q3: What is the salary for Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel?
A: The salary for the Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel is Rs. 90,000/- per month.

Q4: Is there a maximum age limit for these posts?
A: The notification specifies a minimum age of 21 years but does not mention a maximum age limit.