DLSA Puri Legal Aid Defense Counsel Recruitment 2026 - 6 Posts (Offline)

Age

• Age details are not explicitly specified in the available notification. Further details should be checked in the official notification PDF.

Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel

• Practice in criminal law for at least 10 years. Handled at least 30 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of ethical duties of defence counsel.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Knowledge of computer systems is preferable.

Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel

• Practice in criminal law for at least 7 years. Handled at least 20 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable).
• Excellent understanding of criminal law.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Skill in legal research.
• Thorough understanding of ethical duties of defence counsel.
• IT knowledge.

Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel

• Practice in criminal law from 0 to 3 years.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of ethical duties of defence counsel.
• Excellent writing and research skills.
• IT knowledge with high proficiency.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11-02-2026
• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 27-02-2026
• Age Cut-off Date: 11-02-2026
• Offline application opens on 11-02-2026 and closes on 27-02-2026

Application Fees

• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

How to Apply

• Read the official notification carefully before applying.
• Download the offline application form from the official site.
• Fill the form with accurate information.
• Attach self-attested copies of required documents (photograph, signature, ID proof, certificates).
• Submit the completed application form to the address specified in the notification via Speed Post or Registered Post (as instructed).
• Ensure the application reaches before 27-02-2026 and keep a photocopy for your records.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download from the link above.
• Official Website: https://puri.dcourts.gov.in
• Visit the official notification for detailed vacancy distribution and eligibility criteria.