The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has announced the recruitment of 22 Associates (Legal) on a contractual basis.
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Position Overview
| Post | Vacancies | Remuneration (₹ per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Associate (Legal) – A | As per requirement | ₹40,000 |
| Associate (Legal) – B | As per requirement | ₹50,000 |
| Associate (Legal) – C | As per requirement | ₹60,000 |
| Associate (Legal) – D | As per requirement | ₹70,000 |
| Associate (Legal) – E | As per requirement | ₹80,000 |
| Associate (Legal) – F | As per requirement | ₹90,000 |
| Associate (Legal) – G | As per requirement | ₹1,00,000 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11th January 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 31st January 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Eligibility Criteria
- Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized university or institution recognized by the Bar Council of India.
- Candidates enrolled as Advocates with the Bar Council of India or any State Bar Council under the Advocates Act, 1961.
- Experience:
- Varies based on the level of engagement:
- A: 1-2 years
- B: 2-3 years
- C: 3-4 years
- D: 4-5 years or LL.M with 1 year
- E: 5-6 years or LL.M with 2 years
- F: 6-7 years or LL.M with 3 years
- G: More than 7 years or LL.M with 4 years
- Varies based on the level of engagement:
- Desirable:
- Experience in handling legal matters related to environmental laws, biodiversity, forests, wildlife, pollution, etc.
- Diploma/Certificate in related fields.
- Age Limit:
- Maximum age: 50 years as of the last date of application submission.
Job Responsibilities
Legal Associates will assist the Ministry in:
- Handling legal issues related to environmental laws and frameworks.
- Drafting affidavits, applications, and petitions for submission to various courts, including the Supreme Court and High Courts.
- Monitoring and maintaining the status of ongoing legal cases.
- Providing legal inputs for amendments to acts, rules, and notifications.
- Liaising with legal counsels and preparing material for case briefings.
Application Process
- Mode of Application:
- Applications must be submitted online at MoEF&CC Recruitment Portal.
- Required Documents:
- Educational certificates (LL.B, LL.M, etc.).
- Experience certificates.
- Enrollment certificate from Bar Council.
- Proof of age.
- Any additional supporting documents.
- Deadline:
- Submit applications by 31st January 2025 (11:59 PM). Applications received through other modes or after the deadline will not be entertained.
Terms of Engagement
- Contract Period:
- Initial engagement for 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 5 years based on performance.
- Nature of Engagement:
- Temporary and contractual, without any claim to regular appointment.
- Remuneration and Benefits:
- Consolidated monthly pay as per the category of engagement.
- Associates are entitled to 1.5 days leave per month.
- Termination:
- The Ministry reserves the right to terminate the engagement without notice for unsatisfactory performance.
For more information, refer to the official notification or visit the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Website. Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline!
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