The Ministry of Defence, Government of India, invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for engagement as a Young Professional (Legal) on a contractual basis at New Delhi. The selected candidate will assist the Department of Defence in reviewing notifications under the Works of Defence Act concerning ammunition depots and handling various legal, litigation and administrative matters.
This opportunity is particularly relevant for law graduates and professionals interested in government legal work, legislative and regulatory review, litigation management, legal research and public administration.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Nationality: The applicant must be an Indian national.
Essential educational qualifications: Applicants must possess either:
- An LL.B. degree; or
- A two-year Postgraduate Diploma in Management or an MBA.
Experience: One year of experience in a relevant field is required. Relevant experience includes project management, monitoring, evaluation and data analytics.
Desirable qualification: A Master’s degree in Economics or Statistics
Age limit: Applicants must not be more than 35 years of age as on the last date for submission of the application.
Applicants should carefully review the official notification and application proforma to ensure that they satisfy the prescribed eligibility requirements.
SCOPE OF WORK AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The selected Young Professional (Legal) will assist the Ministry of Defence with the following responsibilities:
1. Legal and regulatory review
- Assist in reviewing notifications under the Works of Defence Act concerning ammunition depots.
- Liaise with the Ministry of Law and Justice for legal vetting of draft notifications.
- Provide legal opinions and advice to the Department on matters involving legal issues.
- Examine legal matters and prepare relevant documentation for the Department.
2. Litigation and court-related matters
- Attend to legal notices and court cases, including contempt proceedings, before lower courts, Armed Forces Tribunals (AFTs), Central Administrative Tribunals (CATs), High Courts and the Supreme Court.
- Prepare paragraph-wise replies, comments and other documents required for court proceedings.
- Assist in drafting and scrutinising petitions, replies, rejoinders, affidavits and related legal documents.
- Assist with the filing of appeals in appropriate cases, whether initiated by or against the Department.
- Coordinate with Government Counsel representing the Department or Ministry of Defence.
- Maintain records of court cases, follow up with the concerned divisions and Service Headquarters, and report outcomes to higher authorities.
- Take appropriate follow-up action to ensure compliance with court directions and orders.
3. Coordination with government authorities
- Monitor proposals received from Service Headquarters.
- Coordinate with State Governments for issuing public notices as required under the Works of Defence Act, 1903, and the Works of Defence Rules, 2024.
- Coordinate and attend meetings on legal matters with the Attorney General, Additional Solicitor General and the Central Agency Section of the Ministry of Law and Justice.
- Follow up with the Ministry, State Governments and attached offices for information, clarifications, approvals and legal advice.
4. Administrative and departmental support
- Assist Department of Defence officers in handling Right to Information (RTI) applications, National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) matters and other issues involving legal implications.
- Organise periodic review meetings.
- Prepare meeting agendas and minutes.
- Perform other relevant duties assigned by the Competent Authority.
The selected professional will work under the overall guidance of the Joint Secretary (Lands). Specific tasks will be assigned and monitored by the Director, Deputy Secretary or Officer on Special Duty (OSD).
REMUNERATION AND CONTRACT DURATION
The selected candidate will receive ₹50,000 per month as consolidated remuneration, inclusive of applicable taxes.
The initial engagement will be for one year. The contract may be extended for up to two additional years, subject to performance assessment, mutual willingness and the Ministry’s requirements.
The engagement is contractual and does not confer the status or benefits of a regular government employee. No House Rent Allowance (HRA), Provident Fund, pension, gratuity, medical benefits, insurance, seniority or promotion benefits will be admissible.
The position is full-time, with normal office hours from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The candidate may be required to work beyond office hours or on weekends and holidays when necessary, without additional remuneration.
Eligible candidates will receive 1.5 days of leave for each completed month, subject to prior written approval and the conditions specified in the advertisement. Official travel expenses, accommodation and per diem will be covered in accordance with applicable Ministry guidelines when official travel is required.
SELECTION PROCESS
The Ministry of Defence will scrutinise applications and shortlist eligible candidates for an interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email.
- The interview date, time and venue will be communicated to the email address provided in the application.
- Candidates must make their own arrangements to attend the interview.
- No travelling allowance or daily allowance (TA/DA) will be paid for attending the interview.
- The Government’s decision regarding selection will be final.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format provided in Annexure I of the official advertisement.
Follow these steps:
Obtain and complete the prescribed application proforma.
- Clearly mention Young Professional (Legal) as the position applied for.
- Attach self-attested certificates supporting educational qualifications and relevant experience, along with other required documents.
- Include a CV or separate sheet containing additional information supporting your suitability, if necessary.
- Mention your name and the position applied for in the email subject line.
- Send the completed application and supporting documents to the official email address before the deadline.
Email: yp1.mod@gov.in
Suggested email subject: Application for Young Professional (Legal) – [Your Name]
Only one application may be submitted for one post. Incomplete applications, applications without supporting documents or applications not submitted in the prescribed proforma will be summarily rejected.
Application Deadline
Last date: 30 October 2026, 11:59 PM.
Eligible candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline and verify all requirements against the official notification.
Official Notification
