What the notice says
DERC Junior Law Officer 2026 is part of the notice for Finance, Law and other support posts. Last date is 10 November 2026. 2 vacancies for Junior Law Officer. Contract consolidated pay Rs. 96,200 per month + EPF (Level-8). Apply online on derc.gov.in openings. Detailed notice — DERC PDF.
| Key fact | On this notice |
|---|---|
| Last date | 10 November 2026 |
| Vacancies | 2 Junior Law Officer (total 16 posts in the notice) |
| Pay | Level-8; contract Rs 96,200/month + EPF Rs 9,139 |
| Fee | Not mentioned |
| Location | New Delhi (Viniyamak Bhawan, Malviya Nagar) |
| Age limit | Max 54 years for contract as on last date |
| Who can apply | LLB from recognised University + analogous post or required years in Level-7/6 |
What DERC does
The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission is a statutory body under the Electricity Act, 2003. It regulates electricity distribution, tariffs and related matters in Delhi. This notice fills support and specialist roles including legal work on electricity matters.
What kind of role this is
Junior Law Officer is offered on contract basis. Initial engagement is for a period up to three years, extendable up to three more years based on performance. It is not a regular permanent post. Preferred mode for some other posts is deputation, but Junior Law Officer is listed as Contract.
Who should apply — and who should skip
Apply if
- You hold an LLB from a recognised University.
- You hold an analogous post on regular basis, or have 2 years regular service in Pay Matrix Level-7 (Grade Pay Rs 4,600), or 4 years in Level-6 (Grade Pay Rs 4,200).
- You have middle-level experience handling legal matters, drafting basic orders, pleadings, petitions or listing case laws, preferably in electricity laws in Central / State Government, UTs, PSUs, autonomous or quasi-judicial bodies (desirable).
- You are not above 54 years as on 10 November 2026 for contract engagement.
Skip if
- You are a fresh LLB without the required regular service years in the specified pay levels.
- You are above 54 years for contract, or above 56 if applying under deputation route for other posts.
- You want only a permanent regular government post with standard service benefits.
- Your experience has no connection to legal drafting or regulatory / electricity work.
Dates and fee
| Item | On the official notice |
|---|---|
| Last date for online application | 10 November 2026 |
| Age / eligibility crucial date | 10 November 2026 |
| Fee | Not mentioned in the notification |
Available positions
Focus is on the 2 Junior Law Officer posts. The full notice also has Advisor (Finance) and support posts. No detailed category-wise vacancy split is printed for these posts.
1. Junior Law Officer — Rs 96,200 per month + EPF 2 Vacancies
Eligibility
- Essential: An LLB from a recognised University.
- Officers holding analogous posts on regular basis OR with 02 years regular service in Pay Matrix Level-7 with Grade Pay Rs 4600/- OR with 04 years regular service in Pay Matrix Level-6 with Grade Pay Rs 4200/-.
- Desirable: Experience of handling legal matters in middle level including Drafting of basic orders, Pleadings, Petitions, Proceedings, Listing of case laws in Central Government / State Government / UTs / PSUs / Autonomous Bodies / Quasi-Judicial Bodies preferably dealing with the cases relating to electricity laws.
- Age: Maximum 54 years for contract employees on the last date of submission of application.
Total Junior Law Officer vacancies — 2.
Educational qualifications
| Post | Degree | Experience / extras |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Law Officer | LLB from a recognised University | Analogous post or 2 years Level-7 / 4 years Level-6. Desirable middle-level legal drafting experience preferably in electricity laws. |
Pay and terms
Pay Matrix Level-8 (Rs 47,600–1,51,100). On contract the consolidated pay is Rs 96,200 per month with EPF of Rs 9,139 per month. Appointment on contract for up to 3 years, extendable up to 3 years based on performance. Preferred mode overall is deputation; contract is considered if no suitable deputation candidate.
Selection
- Short-listing of applications based on eligibility and documents.
- Skill test or interview as decided by the Commission.
How to prepare (free, official)
- Official vacancy notice PDF
- DERC official website for electricity regulations and orders
- Review Delhi electricity tariff and regulatory orders if you have related experience
How to apply
- Go to the DERC openings portal: https://www.derc.gov.in/app/home/openings.
- Submit the application online only. Hard copy or email applications are not accepted for this notice.
- Upload relevant documents including last 03 months’ salary slips, ITR statements, Form-16 where applicable.
- Submit the undertaking as per Annexure-II for contract basis.
- If currently in government / PSU / autonomous service, obtain No Objection Certificate from employer (to be produced at interview if not uploaded earlier).
- Complete and submit before 10 November 2026. Incomplete applications are rejected.
FAQs
What is the last date?
10 November 2026 for online submission.
Who can apply?
Candidates with LLB from a recognised University who hold an analogous post or have the required years of regular service in Level-7 or Level-6, and are not above 54 years for contract.
How many vacancies?
2 posts of Junior Law Officer.
What is the pay?
Level-8. On contract: Rs 96,200 per month consolidated plus EPF contribution of Rs 9,139 per month.
Where do I apply?
Online only at derc.gov.in/app/home/openings.
Is this a permanent job?
No. It is a contract engagement for up to 3 years, extendable up to 3 more years on performance. No claim to regular appointment.
Is there an application fee?
Not mentioned in the notification.
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