DPCC Delhi: 1 Assistant Law Officer & 5 Legal Assistant Vacancies on Deputation/Contract – LLB + 4–5 Years Experience; Pay Level 7–8; Rolling Applications (Phases Till Dec 2026)
Table of Contents
- DPCC Mandate and Legal Team Role
- Vacancy Distribution
- Essential Eligibility (Deputation Basis)
- Assistant Law Officer
- Legal Assistant
- Application Process (Rolling Phases)
- Selection Criteria
- Strategic Deputation Roadmap
- Assistant Law Officer Profile
- Legal Assistant Profile
- Key Responsibilities
- Assistant Law Officer
- Legal Assistant
- Delhi Environmental Legal Landscape
- Career Advantages
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), nodal agency for Air/Water Acts enforcement in NCT Delhi, invites applications on deputation/short-term contract for 1 Assistant Law Officer and 5 Legal Assistants. Offering Pay Level 7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400) and Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) respectively, these roles handle environmental litigation, consent compliance, and drafting amid Delhi’s air crisis. Rolling advertisement: Phase 1 (30 Nov 2025), Phase 2 (15 Dec 2025), Phase 3 (31 Dec 2026).
DPCC Mandate and Legal Team Role
DPCC enforces Water (Prevention & Control of Pollution) Act 1974, Air Act 1981, Environment Protection Act 1986, granting consents to 50,000+ industries, monitoring CPCB norms. Legal team litigates NGT cases, drafts show-cause notices, represents in courts/tribunals, and vets environmental clearances for Delhi’s ₹15 lakh Cr economy.
Vacancy Distribution
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Group |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Law Officer | 01 | Level 7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400) | B Gazetted |
| Legal Assistant | 05 | Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) | B Non-Gazetted |
| Total | 06 | – | – |
Essential Eligibility (Deputation Basis)
Assistant Law Officer
- Central/State/U.T./PSU/Autonomous Body officers:
- Analogous post on regular basis, OR
- 5 years Level 6 service.
- LL.B. from recognised university.
- 4 years legal practice OR govt/PSU legal handling.
Legal Assistant
- Analogous post regular, OR
- 3 years Level 6 service.
- Degree in Law.
Application Process (Rolling Phases)
Submit To: Administrative Officer, DPCC, 3rd Floor, IT Park, DMRC Building, Shastri Park, Delhi-110053.
Phases:
- Phase 1: Applications by 30 Nov 2025.
- Phase 2: By 15 Dec 2025.
- Phase 3: By 31 Dec 2026.
Format: Prescribed proforma (notification annexure).
Selection Criteria
- Service Record scrutiny.
- Vigilance Clearance.
- Interview (domain knowledge).
- Cadre Clearance (deputation).
Strategic Deputation Roadmap
Assistant Law Officer Profile
SERVICE: Section Officer (Law Ministry) – 6 years Level 6
PRACTICE: 5 years NGT (environmental cases)
DOMAIN: Water Cess Act, Hazardous Waste Rules
Legal Assistant Profile
SERVICE: ASO (Environment Ministry) – 4 years
LEGAL: Drafted 100+ consent orders
ENVIRONMENTAL: Noise Pollution Rules compliance
Key Responsibilities
Assistant Law Officer
- NGT Litigation: Delhi air pollution cases.
- Drafting: Closure reports, prosecution sanctions.
- Advisory: Consent violations, appeals.
- Coordination: CPCB, MoEFCC.
Legal Assistant
- Case Management: Track hearings.
- Document Prep: Affidavits, replies.
- Research: Precedents (Air Act S.31A).
Delhi Environmental Legal Landscape
NGT Cases: 500+ active (Delhi pollution).
Consents Issued: 50,000 industries.
Fines Collected: ₹500 Cr (2025).
Key Laws: Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
Career Advantages
| Benefit | Value |
|---|---|
| Deputation Perks | Home cadre pay protection |
| NGT Exposure | Principal Bench proximity |
| Policy Impact | Delhi Master Plan 2041 |
| Progression | Joint Secretary (Environment) |
Target Cadre:
- DANICS/DANIPS (Law Wing).
- Section Officers (MoEFCC).
- PSU Legal Officers (NTPC, GAIL).
Rolling Opportunity: Continuous phases maximise chances.
Official Notification: https://www.dpcc.delhigovt.nic.in/uploads/news/2f7f366fe73798d79c20496411fff883.pdf
