MEA legal consultant barred from other paid work during one-year term

It matters to citizens as it outlines the eligibility criteria, duties, and application process for a one-year contractual legal role within the central government.

Who it concerns: Indian nationals who hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, have at least 5 years of experience in the legal field (specifically court case processes), and are not more than 45 years of age (or 63 years if a retired Government of India servant).

What the document says

• The position is for one Consultant (Legal) in the Eurasia Division of the MEA, New Delhi.
• The contract period is one year, extendable based on performance and requirement, terminable on one month's notice.
• Duties include handling active consular cases, coordinating with law enforcement, acting as a single window for court cases, drafting affidavits, and maintaining status reports of ongoing court cases.
• Essential qualifications include Indian nationality, a Law degree, 5 years of legal experience, and knowledge of International Law and diplomatic norms.
• Remuneration is capped at Rs. 10,00,000/- per annum (subject to tax deductions) for non-retired candidates; retired GoI servants are paid per prevailing norms.
• The engagement is strictly contractual and does not confer benefits like Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, or HRA.
• Applications must be submitted via registered post or email to [email protected] by 26th October, 2026, at 1730 Hrs.
• Incomplete applications or those without supporting documents will be rejected.

Also in the document

• The role requires the consultant to act as a single window for all court cases pertaining to the Eurasia Division.
• The consultant is prohibited from accepting any other professional appointment, paid or otherwise, during the term of engagement.
• Paid leave is limited to 1.5 days per completed month of service, with a maximum of 10 days at a time, and cannot be encashed.
• The decision of the Government regarding selection is stated to be final.