What the notice says
NALSAR legal consultant maritime law 2026 is a call for applications for contractual Legal Consultant (Maritime Law) posts. Posted around 29 September 2026. Last date is 18 October 2026. Apply only online through the form on nalsar.ac.in. Official page — nalsar.ac.in. The engagement is in collaboration with the Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India.
- What NALSAR and the Directorate General of Shipping actually do
- What kind of role this NALSAR legal consultant maritime law 2026 is
- Who should apply — and who should skip
- Dates and fee
- Available positions
- 1. Legal Consultant (Maritime Law) — Rs 60,000 per month consolidated 3 Vacancies
- Educational qualifications
- Selection
- How to prepare (free, official)
- How to apply without getting played
- FAQs
What NALSAR and the Directorate General of Shipping actually do
NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, is a national law university. For this recruitment it is collaborating with the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping) under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. DG Shipping regulates merchant shipping, seafarers, and maritime safety in India. The consultants will work at the DG Shipping headquarters in Mumbai on maritime law matters.
What kind of role this NALSAR legal consultant maritime law 2026 is
This is a contractual engagement, initially for one year, extendable based on performance. Location is Directorate General of Shipping (HQ), Mumbai. Remuneration is a consolidated Rs 60,000 per month. No permanent cadre or 7th CPC scale is mentioned. No bond is printed.
Who should apply — and who should skip
Apply if you hold an LL.M. in Maritime Law, Insurance Law, Maritime Security Law, or International Law, are fluent in English, and are below 35 years of age as on 30 September 2026. Preference is given to candidates with 1 to 2 years of relevant experience. You must be willing to work in Mumbai.
Skip if you only have an LL.B. without the specified LL.M., are 35 or older as on 30 September 2026, cannot relocate to Mumbai, or want a permanent government job. Fresh LL.M. graduates without the preferred experience can still apply but preference goes to those with 1–2 years.
Dates and fee
| Item | On the official notice |
|---|---|
| Date of posting | 29 September 2026 |
| Last date | 18 October 2026 |
| Fee | Not printed |
Available positions
1. Legal Consultant (Maritime Law) — Rs 60,000 per month consolidated 3 Vacancies
Eligibility criteria
LL.M. in Maritime Law or LL.M. in Insurance Law or LL.M. in Maritime Security Law or LL.M. in International Law. Preferably with experience of 01 to 02 years. Applicants must be fluent in English. Age: below 35 years as on 30-09-2026. Tenure initially one year, extendable based on performance. Location: DG Shipping HQ, Mumbai.
No category-wise vacancy split is printed on this notice. Total vacancies — 3.
Educational qualifications
| Post | Degree / marks | Experience / extras |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Consultant (Maritime Law) | LL.M. in Maritime Law / Insurance Law / Maritime Security Law / International Law | Preferably 1–2 years experience; fluent in English; age below 35 as on 30 Sep 2026 |
Selection
- Online application with resume and statement of purpose (not exceeding 750 words).
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
- Interview of shortlisted candidates.
How to prepare (free, official)
How to apply without getting played
- Open the official online application form linked on nalsar.ac.in.
- Upload your resume, statement of purpose (max 750 words explaining interest and contribution), educational documents, and any published writing.
- Submit before 18 October 2026.
- Only apply through the official NALSAR form. No offline applications accepted.
FAQs
What is the last date?
18 October 2026.
Who can apply?
Candidates with LL.M. in Maritime Law, Insurance Law, Maritime Security Law or International Law, below 35 as on 30 Sep 2026, fluent in English. 1–2 years experience preferred.
How many vacancies?
3.
Where do I apply?
Online form on nalsar.ac.in.
What is the fee?
Not printed.
Can final-year students apply?
The notice requires an LL.M. degree. Final-year LL.M. students should check the official form; the printed requirement is the completed LL.M. or equivalent as stated.
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