MEA hires two legal consultants for one-year contract with no HRA or extra pay

It matters to eligible Indian legal professionals seeking a one-year contractual position in New Delhi.

Who it concerns: Indian nationals who hold an LLB/B.L degree, have at least 5 years of post-enrollment work experience as an advocate, and are between 25 and 55 years of age as of the application deadline.

What the document says

• The MEA is hiring two Consultants for the Legal & Treaties -II (L&T-II) Division.
• The consultancy period is one year, extendable based on performance and mutual willingness.
• Duties include legal vetting of documents, coordination with the Ministry of Law and Justice, managing court cases, and preparing briefs.
• The maximum remuneration is Rs. 12,00,000 per annum, subject to tax deductions.
• The engagement is strictly contractual and does not confer benefits such as Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, or Medical Treatment.
• Applicants must submit applications via registered post or email to [email protected] by 19th August, 2026 at 1730 Hrs.
• Incomplete applications or those without supporting documents will be rejected.

Also in the document

• Preference is given to candidates with experience as a legal advisor in a Government Ministry/Department or PSU, and those with a Masters in Law.
• Consultants are required to work full-time from 0900 to 1730 hrs, with no extra allowance for work beyond office hours or on holidays.
• Consultants are not entitled to House Rent Allowance (HRA).
• Paid leave is limited to 1.5 days per completed month of service and cannot be encashed.