What the notice says
Directorate of Printing Legal Consultant Category-II 2026 is a contract engagement for one post. Last date is 30 October 2026 as listed on the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting vacancies page. The circular itself says applications must reach within 20 days of publication in the Employment News Delhi Edition dated 26 September 2026. One vacancy. Pay is Rs 70,000 per month plus Rs 3,000 towards local conveyance. Official notice: MIB PDF. Apply by post to Assistant Director (Estt. Section), Directorate of Printing.
Key facts
- Last date: 30 October 2026 (MIB listing); 20 days from Employment News publication
- Vacancies: 1
- Pay: Rs 70,000 + Rs 3,000 conveyance
- Fee: Not printed
- Location: Directorate of Printing (HQ), 4th floor, B-wing, GIP, Minto Road, New Delhi-110002
- Age limit: Maximum 50 years as on last date
- Who can apply: LL.B or BA LL.B with 5 years experience in court cases on service matters
About the organisation
The Directorate of Printing is under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. It handles government printing work and related administrative and legal matters for the presses and headquarters. This is a contract consultant role, not a regular cadre post.
Nature of the role
The Legal Consultant (Category-II) assists in monitoring and handling court cases. Duties include examining legal issues, reviewing counter affidavits, attending hearings when required, briefing officers, and maintaining records of judgments. The engagement is initially for one year, extendable up to a maximum of three years based on performance. It does not create any right to regular appointment.
Who should apply — and who should skip
Apply if you have an LL.B Degree or an integrated BA LL.B from a recognised university, good knowledge of legal matters and service rules, and at least 5 years of experience dealing with administrative and court cases including CAT, High Court and Supreme Court on service matters as per government regulations. You must also be conversant with the Prevention of Corruption Act, CVC Act, CCS (Conduct) and CCA Rules, RTI Act and procedural codes. Drafting of counter affidavits and computer proficiency are required. Age must not exceed 50 years on the last date.
- Skip if you are over 50 years on the closing date.
- Skip if you do not have 5 years of experience in court cases on service matters.
- Skip if you expect a permanent government job. This is purely contractual.
- Skip if you cannot work full office hours (9:30 am to 6:00 pm) and mark biometric attendance.
Dates and fee
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Circular date (original) | 25 March 2025 |
| Re-advertisement OM | 21 September 2026 (re-advertised in Employment News Delhi Edition dated 26 September 2026) |
| Last date | 20 days from Employment News publication; MIB vacancies page lists end date 30 October 2026 |
| Age reckoning | Last date of submission of application |
| Fee | Not printed in the circular |
Available positions
1. Legal Consultant (Category-II) — Rs 70,000 + Rs 3,000 conveyance [1 Vacancy]
Eligibility
- LL.B Degree or integrated BA LL.B from a recognised university with good knowledge of legal matters and service rules/regulations.
- 5 years of experience in dealing with administrative matters and court cases including CAT, High Court and Supreme Court on service matters as per Govt. Regulations.
- Expertise in legal matters; well conversant with Prevention of Corruption Act, Central Vigilance Commission Act, CCS (Conduct) & CCS (CCA) Rules, RTI Act and Procedural Codes.
- Well versed with drafting counter affidavits/written submissions.
- Good communication skills and proficiency in working on computer.
- Age: Maximum 50 years as on the last date of submission.
Desirable: Person with LLM and additional qualification with good knowledge of legal matters, service rules/regulations etc.
No category-wise vacancy split is printed on this notice.
Educational qualifications table
| Post | Essential qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Consultant (Category-II) | LL.B or integrated BA LL.B from recognised university | 5 years in administrative and court cases (CAT/HC/SC) on service matters |
Selection stages
- Applications scrutinised by a selection committee based on merits.
- Short-listed candidates called for skill test and/or interview.
- Decision of the competent authority is final. No correspondence entertained.
Free official prep links
- Read the full circular and annexure on the official PDF.
- Check service rules and CCS Conduct Rules on the DoPT site for context.
Apply steps
- Download the proforma/annexure from the official PDF.
- Fill the application carefully with all supporting documents.
- Send by post to: Assistant Director (Estt. Section), Directorate of Printing, Room No. 404B, B-wing, 4th floor, GIP, Minto Road, New Delhi-110002.
- Ensure it reaches before the last date (confirm the exact window from Employment News or the MIB page).
FAQs
What is the last date?
The MIB vacancies page lists the end date as 30 October 2026. The circular says 20 days from the date of publication in Employment News Delhi Edition (dated 26 September 2026 on the OM). Confirm the exact closing on the official sources before posting.
How many posts?
One Legal Consultant (Category-II).
What is the pay?
Rs 70,000 per month plus Rs 3,000 towards local conveyance, as per MoHUA order dated 20.12.2017 for Consultant-II.
Is there a fee?
Not printed in the circular.
Can I apply online?
No. Applications are by post to the address given.
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