ICMR New Delhi: Walk-in for 2 Young Professional-II (Legal) on 23 February 2026 – LLB + Bar Enrollment + 2 Years Practice; ₹42,000/Month Consolidated; Support Litigation & Drafting
Table of Contents
- ICMR and YP-II (Legal) Mandate
- Vacancy Breakdown
- Essential Eligibility
- Academic & Professional
- Experience (Post-Enrollment)
- Desirable Skills
- Walk-in Interview Details
- Documents Checklist (2 Sets Self-Attested)
- Terms of Engagement
- Roles & Responsibilities
- Strategic Walk-in Preparation
- Application Form Essentials
- Interview Focus Areas
- Why ICMR YP-II (Legal)?
- Walk-in Roadmap
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), India’s apex biomedical research body, has announced a walk-in-interview for 2 Young Professional-II (Legal) positions at its Headquarters in New Delhi. Offering ₹42,000 per month consolidated (1-year tenure, extendable up to 3 years), these roles target law graduates enrolled with State Bar Councils possessing 2 years’ experience in civil/service/labour arbitration and drafting. Appear at V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar on Monday, 23 February 2026 at 11:00 AM with documents.
ICMR and YP-II (Legal) Mandate
ICMR coordinates national health research across 27 Institutes, managing ₹5,000 crore+ projects (vaccines, trials, epidemiology). Young Professional-II (Legal) supports HQ legal cell, handling litigation, arbitration, MoU drafting, and tender compliance for research collaborations amid rising IP disputes and regulatory scrutiny.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies | Salary (Consolidated) | Tenure | Max Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Professional-II (Legal) | 02 | ₹42,000/month | 1 year (extendable to 3 years max) | 40 years |
Essential Eligibility
Academic & Professional
Experience (Post-Enrollment)
- Minimum 2 years handling Civil/Service/Labour Arbitration cases.
- Exposure to drafting: Agreements, MoUs, Deeds, legal documents.
Institution Ranking: UGC NIRF/AICTE ranking factor in shortlisting.
Desirable Skills
- Communication, analytical thinking.
- Legal research, problem-solving.
- Tech proficiency (MS Office, e-Courts).
Walk-in Interview Details
Date & Time: 23 February 2026 (Monday), 11:00 AM.
Venue: ICMR Headquarters, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi-110029.
Documents Checklist (2 Sets Self-Attested)
- Prescribed Application Form (signed, passport photo).
- Resume/CV (education, experience).
- Educational Certificates: 10th–LLB mark sheets/degrees.
- Bar Enrollment Certificate.
- Experience Letters (2+ years verification).
- ID Proof: Aadhaar/PAN.
- Supporting Docs: Awards, publications (optional).
Critical: Unsigned/incomplete applications rejected.
Terms of Engagement
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Salary | ₹42,000 fixed (no HRA/increments) |
| Leave | 30 days annual |
| TA/DA | Not admissible |
| Extension | Performance-based (max 3 years total) |
| Termination | 1-month notice |
| No Regularisation | Pure contractual |
Roles & Responsibilities
YP-II (Legal) will:
- Legal Advisory: Administrative, court, disciplinary matters for ICMR HQ/Institutes.
- Court/Arbitration: Attend hearings (Delhi/other cities).
- Drafting/Vetting: Counter-replies, MoUs, agreements, tenders, speaking orders.
- Issue Monitoring: Track assigned legal matters.
- Analysis: Recommend action on legal issues.
- Other Duties: Assigned by competent authority.
Strategic Walk-in Preparation
Application Form Essentials
EDUCATION: LL.B. 72% (NLU Delhi, 2024)
BAR COUNCIL: Delhi (Enrollment #D/1234/2024)
PRACTICE: 2.5 years Civil/Service matters (District Court)
DRAFTING: 50+ MoUs/Agreements (NGO collaborations)
Interview Focus Areas
| Domain | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| Civil/Service | WP(C), Labour Court writs, service matters |
| Arbitration | Arbitration Act 1996 (S.11/34) |
| ICMR-Specific | Biomedical research contracts, IP licensing |
| Drafting | MoU template demo |
Why ICMR YP-II (Legal)?
| Advantage | Impact |
|---|---|
| Health Research Exposure | Vaccine trials, ICMR-NIV collaborations |
| Govt Legal Practice | Central PSU litigation interface |
| Career Launch | Judiciary/UPSC/Govt legal services |
| Delhi Location | Policy hub proximity |
Target Profiles:
- Fresh Advocates: District Court civil practice.
- Corporate Juniors: PSU/NGO contract drafting.
- Litigators: Service/labour disputes.
Walk-in Roadmap
- Form Download: icmr.gov.in → Employment → Feb 2026 notification.
- Print 2 Sets: Self-attest all docs.
- Arrive Early: 10:30 AM (queue forms).
- Dress Code: Formals; carry originals.
Final Days: 9 days to Feb 23. ICMR’s legal cell needs arbitration warriors.
Join ICMR Legal: Safeguard India’s health research fortress.
Official Notification: https://www.icmr.gov.in/icmrobject/uploads/Recruitment/1770111374_yp-iilegal.pdf
