Applications are invited for engagement as Legal Research Associates (LRAs) on a contractual basis at the Appellate Tribunal (SAFEMA), Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, New Delhi.
About the Organization
The Appellate Tribunal (SAFEMA) functions under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, and adjudicates matters arising under various economic and special statutes.
Type / Nature of Opportunity
Legal Job Opportunity (Contractual Position)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a Law Graduate (fresh or experienced) who has passed the final LL.B. examination with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
- Be enrolled with a Bar Council in India.
- Be not more than 30 years of age as on 24 June 2026.
- Possess proficiency in computer operations, legal research, and legal databases such as SCC Online, Manupatra, etc.
- Be of good moral character and integrity, with no criminal conviction or pending criminal trial.
Areas of Work / Key Responsibilities
Selected Legal Research Associates will be required to:
- Conduct legal research and analysis.
- Identify, select, and organize relevant case laws, statutes, and judicial precedents.
- Attend court proceedings and note arguments advanced before the Tribunal.
- Prepare factual and legal synopses of cases.
- Assist the Chairman/Members in case preparation.
- Assist in drafting judgments whenever required.
- Develop and maintain research materials and case records.
Mode of Work
- Offline / Full-Time
- Location: Appellate Tribunal (SAFEMA), Lok Nayak Bhawan, Khan Market, New Delhi.
Important Dates and Timelines
- Application Deadline: 24 June 2026, 5:00 PM
- Initial Contract Period: 1 year
- Contract may be extended based on performance and organizational requirements.
Salary / Perks
- Consolidated Remuneration: ₹50,000 per month.
- No entitlement to DA, HRA, residential accommodation, or any other allowance.
Selection Procedure
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on the information furnished in the application form.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an Interview/Personal Interaction.
- Selection will be based on performance in the interview.
- Candidates may also be assessed on legal provisions relating to PMLA, PBPT Act, FEMA, SAFEMA, NDPS Act, CPC, BNSS, BSA, and research skills using information technology.
Application Process
Interested candidates may submit their applications:
By Email: registrar-atfp@gov.in
Or by Speed Post to:
Registrar,
Appellate Tribunal (SAFEMA),
4th Floor, A Wing, Lok Nayak Bhawan,
Khan Market, New Delhi – 110003
Applicants must submit the prescribed application form along with self-attested copies of requisite certificates in a single PDF file.
Contact Information
Email: registrar-atfp@gov.in
Postal Address: Registrar, Appellate Tribunal (SAFEMA), 4th Floor, A Wing, Lok Nayak Bhawan, Khan Market, New Delhi – 110003.
Important Notes / Additional Information
- The engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right to regularization or continuation in service.
- LRAs will not be permitted to practice as advocates during the contract period.
- No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the interview/personal interaction.
- Selected candidates will be required to bring their own laptop. Internet and other necessary infrastructure support will be provided by the Tribunal.
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