NIT Calicut Legal Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date
Recruitment Overview
The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Legal Officer on a contractual basis. This is an excellent opportunity for law graduates and advocates with experience in civil and criminal litigation to join one of India's premier technical institutions.
Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on an interview and document verification process. It does not involve a written competitive examination.
Key Highlights
| Organization Name | National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) |
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| Post Name | Legal Officer (On Contract) |
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| Total Vacancies | 01 |
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| Application Start Date | 06-02-2026 (10:00 AM) |
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| Application End Date | 17-02-2026 (11:59 PM) |
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| Official Website | nitc.ac.in |
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Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Post Name | Nature of Post | No. of Posts |
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| 01 | Legal Officer | Contract/Temporary | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) OR Postgraduate Degree in Law (LLM) from a reputed University/Institute recognized by the Bar Council of India.
- Marks: Minimum 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.5 (on a 10-point scale) in the qualifying examination.
- Registration: Must be registered as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India under the Advocates Act, 1961.
Experience Required
- LLB Holders: Minimum 3 years of experience after completing the degree.
- LLM Holders: Minimum 2 years of experience after completing the degree.
- Domain Experience: Experience must include handling civil/criminal litigation, arbitration, RTI applications, service matters, and drafting legal documents.
- Preference: Candidates with experience in legal matters related to academic institutions or Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) filings are preferred.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Less than 40 years.
- Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of the last date of application (17-02-2026).
- Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/PwBD candidates.
Mandatory Requirements
- Candidates must be citizens of India.
- Must possess the Bar Council of India registration certificate.
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted by a committee constituted by the Institute. The stages are:
- Initial Screening: Based on educational qualifications, experience, and submitted documents.
- Selection Committee Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (likely online/offline mode to be decided by the institute).
- Skill Test: The committee may conduct a skill test or trade test if deemed necessary.
- Document Verification: Original certificates must be produced during the selection process.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
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| SC/ST/Women/ESM/PwBD Candidates | Rs. 500 |
| Other Candidates (General/OBC/EWS) | Rs. 1,000 |
Payment Mode
- UPI: 9400785524@SBI
- QR Code: Scan the QR code provided on the recruitment portal.
- Note: After payment, enter the 12-digit transaction ID in the online application form.
How to Apply
- Visit the official NIT Calicut recruitment portal: https://recruit.nitc.ac.in.
- Click on the Legal Officer (Post Code 01) notification link.
- Fill out the online application form completely with accurate information.
- Upload the required documents as mentioned in the portal.
- Pay the application fee (Rs. 500 or Rs. 1,000) via UPI/QR Code.
- Enter the 12-digit transaction ID in the application form.
- Submit the online application.
- Email Submission: After online submission, email a copy of the submitted form and supporting documents to [email protected] within 5 days from the closing date (by 22-02-2026).
- Take a printout of your application for future reference.
Important Dates
- Application Opening: 06-02-2026 (10:00 AM)
- Application Closing: 17-02-2026 (11:59 PM)
- Email Document Submission Deadline: 22-02-2026
- Selection Process: To be announced by the Institute.
Important Links
Important Instructions & Documents Required
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Degree certificates and mark sheets
- Experience certificates from all employers
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Bar Council of India registration certificate
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
Key Instructions
- The application fee is non-refundable.
- Incomplete applications or non-payment will lead to rejection.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.
- This is a contractual appointment; candidates have no claim for regularization.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.