The Indian Government Legal Departments have announced 3,500+ active vacancies in courts, ministries, PSUs, and regulatory bodies across the country as of July 25, 2025. These include posts like Law Officer, Legal Assistant, Public Prosecutor, Legal Advisor, Reader, and Judges. Most positions require an LLB degree, with some asking for LLM or additional qualifications. Application deadlines are mostly in July and August 2025, and candidates must apply online through the official department portals. This is a major opportunity for law graduates looking for a government career.
Mass Government Legal Department – Vacancy Details
| Organization / Dept. | Position | No. of Posts | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat High Court | District Judge | 113 | 17-Aug-2025 |
| Orissa High Court | Law Researcher | 01 | 02-Aug-2025 |
| Punjab & Haryana High Court | Reader (Legal) | 60 | 04-Aug-2025 |
| PSSSB | Law Officer | 11 | 06-Aug-2025 |
| CBSL | Jr. Officer & Trainee | 35 | 31-Jul-2025 |
| Income Tax Dept. | Sr. Standing Counsel | 04 | 20-Aug-2025 |
| TNPSC | Assistant, Forester, etc. | 645 | 13-Aug-2025 |
| RBI | Manager, Legal Officer | 28 | 31-Jul-2025 |
| HSL | Project Officer, Manager | 47 | 09-Aug-2025 |
| TPSC | Deputy Director, Director | 09 | 22/12-Aug-2025 |
| NCLT | Court Officer | 01 | 04-Aug-2025 |
| CBI | Special Public Prosecutor | 04 | 31-Jul-2025 |
| PFRDA | Officer Grade A (Asst. Manager) | 40 | 06-Aug-2025 |
Government Legal Jobs – Eligibility & Application Details
Eligibility Details
| Post Type | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Law Officer / Legal Assistant / Legal Advisor | LLB (Mandatory), some roles require LLM or experience |
| Judge / Court Officer | LLB + Judicial experience (as per post) |
| Researcher / Legal Trainee | LLB / LLM (Freshers eligible for some roles) |
Age Limit Details
Most roles: 21 – 40 Years. Age relaxation as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD.
Application Fees
Varies by department and state. Most applications are free for SC/ST/Women candidates.
Selection Process
Written Test → Interview / Viva → Document Verification
How to Apply for Government Legal Jobs in India [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application (Post-wise on department websites) |
Candidates must visit the **official websites of each department or court** and submit their application before the respective deadlines. Keep your **LLB certificate, ID proof, experience letters (if any)** and photo/signature ready before starting the application.