About the Organization
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is a statutory body established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. It is entrusted with the protection and promotion of human rights across India.
Type / Nature of Opportunity
Government Contractual Opportunity
Position Title
Legal Research Consultant (Young Professional)
About the Opportunity
The NHRC has invited applications for empanelment of young law professionals as Legal Research Consultants on a contractual basis. The role involves legal research, scrutiny of complaints, drafting proceedings, and assisting the Commission in various legal and administrative functions.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a reputed law school or college
- Minimum of 70% marks or equivalent grade in LL.B.
- Candidates must be below 32 years of age as on the date of advertisement
- Preference may be given to candidates with higher academic performance or additional qualifications such as LL.M.
Areas of Work / Key Responsibilities
- Scrutiny and registration of human rights complaints
- Legal research and preparation of case summaries
- Drafting of proceedings and legal correspondence
- Assisting in court matters where NHRC is a party
- Supporting workshops, reports, video conferences, and policy-related work
- Any other tasks assigned by the Commission
Mode of Work
Offline (Full-time Contractual Role)
Location: New Delhi
Candidates are required to stay in Delhi during the period of engagement.
Duration of Engagement
- Initial term of 2 years
- Extendable by up to 3 additional years
- Maximum total engagement period: 5 years, subject to performance and organizational requirements
Remuneration
- Payment based on units of work completed
- Maximum remuneration up to ₹75,000 per month
- Annual enhancement of 5% may be granted based on performance after one year
Application Deadline
29 May 2026
Applications submitted after the deadline or through any mode other than the prescribed online portal will not be entertained.
Application Process
Eligible candidates must apply online through the following registration portal:
Candidates should carefully review the detailed guidelines before applying.
Official Documents
Selection Procedure
- Initial screening of applications
- Shortlisting based on eligibility and merit
- Personal interview before a Selection Committee
Important Notes
- This engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right to regular appointment.
- Consultants must possess their own laptop and internet connection.
- Full-time office attendance is mandatory on all working days.
- Selected candidates will be subject to police verification and execution of a formal agreement.
