About the Organization
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is an autonomous organization under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. It is headquartered at V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi.
As per the official advertisement, ICMR has invited applications for engagement of Young Professionals-II (Legal) at its Headquarters in New Delhi.
Type / Nature of Opportunity
Government Contractual Engagement
Position: Young Professionals-II (Legal)
Location
ICMR Headquarters
V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan
Ansari Nagar, New Delhi – 110029
Number of Vacancies
- 02 Posts
Mode of Selection
- Walk-in Interview
Date: 23 February 2026 (Monday)
Time: 11:00 AM
Venue: ICMR Headquarters, New Delhi
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit:
- Not more than 40 years as on the last date of receiving applications
Essential Qualifications:
- LL.B. from a University/Institution recognized by UGC
- Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of the State where practicing
- Minimum 2 years of experience in:
- Civil matters
- Service matters
- Labour arbitration cases
- Exposure to drafting Agreements, MOUs, Deeds etc., after enrolment
Remuneration
- Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 42,000 per month
- No House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be paid
Period of Engagement
- Initial term of 1 year
- Extendable up to 2 additional years based on requirement and satisfactory performance
- Maximum tenure: 3 years
Scope of Work
As detailed in the official notification, responsibilities include:
- Providing legal advice on administrative, disciplinary, and court matters of ICMR Headquarters and its Institutes
- Attending court hearings and arbitrations in Delhi and other cities if required
- Drafting and settling counter replies, speaking orders, MOUs, agreements, tender documents
- Advising on service matters pertaining to Government of India
- Monitoring and following up on assigned legal issues
- Recommending appropriate legal course of action
Leave & Other Conditions
- 08 days leave per calendar year on pro-rata basis
- Restricted holidays as per Government of India/ICMR rules
- TA/DA admissible for official domestic tours as per ICMR guidelines
- No PF, LTC, Medical claim, CCA or similar benefits
Application Process
Candidates must appear for the Walk-in Interview with:
- All original educational certificates (from 10th onwards)
- Experience certificates
- Age proof
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport/PAN/Driving Licence)
- Two sets of self-attested copies of all documents
- Duly filled and signed prescribed application form (Annexure) with recent passport-size photograph
- Resume
Incomplete or unsigned applications or failure to submit required documents will lead to rejection.
Selection Procedure
- Shortlisting based on educational qualifications, age, and experience
- Written test or assignment may be conducted if required
- Final selection based on performance in interview
Important Notes
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview
- Engagement is purely temporary and contractual
- No claim for regular/permanent employment in ICMR
- ICMR reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning reasons
- Updates and corrigenda, if any, will be published only on https://www.icmr.gov.in
Eligible advocates seeking government litigation and advisory exposure are advised to attend the walk-in interview with complete documentation as per the official advertisement.
