NCW Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 6 Senior Legal Consultant and Legal Consultant Posts

The National Commission for Women (NCW), a statutory body under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, has invited applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the engagement on a contractual basis. This recruitment drive is for the positions of Senior Legal Consultant and Legal Consultant. Candidates with a degree in Law and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Senior Legal Consultant

• Essential Qualification: Degree in Law from a recognized University.
• Desirable Qualification: LLM from a recognized University.
• Experience:
  1. Six years of experience of working in a Legal Section of a Govt Department/ Autonomous Body/ PSU conducting Legal Research related to amendment in laws /policies of Govt of India or State Government preferably in a supervisory capacity.
  OR
  2. A minimum six years of practice at Bar with the experience in drafting petitions, written statements, affidavits/ counter affidavits, rejoinders, preparation of briefs, Note for Argument, monitoring of court cases/ regular hearing etc.
  OR
  3. A minimum six years of cumulative experience of both of the above i.e. practice at Bar and working in a Govt Department etc. preferably in a supervisory capacity.
• Other Requirements: Good English communication and writing skills with the knowledge of Computer Applications including MS Office, PPT Presentations. Understanding of the functioning of the Government and experience of Noting, drafting and working in e-office.

Eligibility for Legal Consultant

• Essential Qualification: Degree in Law from a recognized University.
• Desirable Qualification: LLM from a recognized University.
• Experience:
  1. Two years of experience of working in a Legal Section of a Govt Department/ Autonomous Body/ PSU conducting Legal Research related to amendment in laws /policies of Govt of India or State Government.
  OR
  2. Two years of practice at Bar with the experience in drafting petitions, written statements, affidavits/ counter affidavits, rejoinders, preparation of briefs, Note for Argument, monitoring of court cases/ regular hearing etc.
  OR
  3. Two years of cumulative experience of both of the above i.e. practice at Bar and working in a Govt Department etc.
• Other Requirements: Good English communication and writing skills with the knowledge of Computer Applications including MS Office, PPT Presentations. Understanding of the functioning of the Government and experience of Noting, drafting and working in e-office.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their detailed CV along with a cover letter and copies of relevant documents (educational qualifications, experience certificates, last pay certificate, Aadhar Card, PAN number, etc.) to The Under Secretary (Establishment), National Commission for Women, Plot No. 21, Jasola Institutional Area, New Delhi – 110025 or via email to [email protected] with the subject line: "Application for the Post of []". The last date for receipt of applications is 06th February, 2026.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF
• Official Website

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for NCW Legal Consultant Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date for receipt of applications is 06th February, 2026.

Q2: What is the total number of vacancies available?
A: There are a total of 6 vacancies: 02 for Senior Legal Consultant and 04 for Legal Consultant.

Q3: What is the salary for these positions?
A: The Senior Legal Consultant will receive Rs. 80,000/- per month, and the Legal Consultant will receive Rs. 60,000/- per month (consolidated remuneration).

Q4: Is LLM mandatory?
A: LLM is listed as a 'Desirable' qualification, while a Degree in Law is essential.