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MEA Consultant (Legal) Recruitment 2026 – Key Facts
- Recruiting Body: Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India
- Advertisement Number: No. Q/PF/575/50/2026
- Total Vacancies: 1
- Post Name: Consultant (Legal)
- Employment Nature: Contract-based Consultant position (not a permanent cadre appointment; no pension or lifetime government job security attached)
- Application Mode: Offline – application form to be sent by Speed Post / Registered Post to the official MEA address
- Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 26 October 2026
- Application Fee: No application fee mentioned in the official notification
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant (Legal) | 1 | Not more than 45 years (up to 63 years for retired Government of India servants) | Up to approximately Rs. 83,333/- per month (ceiling of Rs. 10,00,000 per annum on contract basis) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Consultant (Legal): Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognised university with a minimum of 05 years of experience in the legal field, including hands-on work related to court case processes.
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years. Age relaxation is available for retired Government of India servants up to 63 years, subject to MEA rules.
- Experience Requirement: Candidates must demonstrate at least five years of substantive legal practice or in-house legal advisory experience involving court case processes, litigation management, or legal documentation relevant to government operations.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Application Review and Shortlisting: The Ministry of External Affairs will screen all received applications against the advertised eligibility criteria. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stage.
- Interview / Written Test: Shortlisted candidates may be required to appear for a written test and/or personal interview as decided by the appointing authority. The format and schedule will be communicated directly to shortlisted candidates.
Transport Allowance / Daily Allowance: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview or written test. Candidates must bear their own travel and accommodation expenses.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate or Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth
- All original degree certificates and consolidated mark sheets for Bachelor's Degree in Law
- Experience certificates on official letterhead attesting to a minimum of 05 years of legal field experience with court case process work
- Valid category/caste certificate in the Central Government prescribed format, if applicable
- Two recent passport-size photographs and a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, etc.)
- Duly filled and signed application form downloaded from Ministry of External Affairs official website mea.gov.in
- Send the complete application package via Speed Post or Registered Post to the official MEA address mentioned in the notification
- Ensure the application is received before 26 October 2026
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application form and the postal receipt for future reference
For complete instructions and the official application form, candidates should download the Ministry of External Affairs Consultant (Legal) Official Notification PDF Advt No. Q/PF/575/50/2026 from the MEA portal before proceeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to submit the MEA Consultant (Legal) offline application?
The last date for receipt of offline applications for the MEA Consultant (Legal) post is 26 October 2026. Applications must reach the designated MEA address by this date via Speed Post or Registered Post.
2. How do I apply for the MEA Consultant (Legal) recruitment?
Candidates must download the application form from the Ministry of External Affairs official website (mea.gov.in), fill it with correct details, attach self-attested copies of all required documents, and send the completed form via Speed Post or Registered Post to the official address mentioned in the notification.
3. What is the application fee for MEA Consultant (Legal) recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. Candidates are advised to verify this from the official notification PDF before applying.
4. What is the employment nature of the MEA Consultant (Legal) post?
This is a contract-based consultant position. It is not a permanent cadre appointment, and the selected candidate will not be entitled to government pension, job security, or other benefits associated with regular Government of India service.
5. What is the salary for the MEA Consultant (Legal) post?
The remuneration is a maximum of Rs. 10,00,000 per annum on a contract basis, subject to the terms and conditions stipulated in the Ministry of External Affairs notification.
6. Is there any age relaxation for retired Government servants?
Yes, retired Government of India servants may apply up to 63 years of age, subject to MEA rules and approval by the appointing authority. For all other candidates, the maximum age is 45 years.