MSLSA Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 58 Member, Permanent Lok Adalat (Public Utility Services) Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

MSLSA Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 58 Member, Permanent Lok Adalat (Public Utility Services) Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Maharashtra State Legal Services Authority (MSLSA) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 58 Members for the Permanent Lok Adalat (Public Utility Services). This is a Direct Recruitment process based on merit and interview. The opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals with knowledge of Public Utility Services and the Marathi language. The posts are distributed across various districts in Maharashtra, with two positions in each district.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

District-wise Breakdown

The 58 posts are distributed as TWO (2) at each place across the following districts in Maharashtra:

• Ahmednagar, Akola, Amravati, Beed, Bhandara, Buldana, Chandrapur, Dhule, Gadchiroli, Gondia, Jalgaon, Jalna, Kolhapur, Latur, Nanded, Nandurbar, Nashik, Osmanabad, Parbhani, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangli, Satara, Solapur, Sindhudurg, Thane, Wardha, Yavatmal, Washim

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Graduate from a recognized university.
• Knowledge and adequate experience in Public Utility Services.
• Sufficient knowledge of Marathi to speak, read, write, and translate.
• Knowledge of Public Utility Services as per Section 22-A of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.

Age Limit

No specific age limit is mentioned in the notification. However, the maximum age is generally considered 65 years for such posts. Age is calculated as on the date of application submission.

Mandatory Requirements

• Citizen of India.
• Proficiency in Marathi language (speak, read, write, translate).
• Experience in Public Utility Services.

Age Relaxation

Not explicitly mentioned. Standard government rules may apply.

Selection Process

This is a Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview. No competitive examination is involved.

• Selection Committee: Comprising Hon'ble Executive Chairman MSLSA or Hon'ble Judges nominated by Chief Justice, Bombay High Court.
• Merit-Based Selection: Candidates are selected on merit.
• Interview: Carrying 20 marks; minimum 7 marks required to qualify.
• Final Approval: List subject to approval of Chief Justice, Bombay High Court.

Application Fee

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official website: www.legalservices.maharashtra.gov.in.
2. Read the official notification carefully.
3. Download the application form from the 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: 04-04-2026 by 5:30 PM.
9. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 27 February 2026
• Application Submission Start: Immediate (Offline mode)
• Last Date for Application Submission: 04 April 2026 (Before 5:30 PM)
• Result/Approval Date: Subject to approval of Chief Justice, Bombay High Court

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click here to Download
• Application Form (Download from Official Website): www.legalservices.maharashtra.gov.in
• Official Website: www.legalservices.maharashtra.gov.in