Legal Assistant Vacancy at University of Delhi, New Delhi
The University of Delhi has invited online applications for 1 post of Legal Assistant (Post Code ND0602) under Advertisement No. R&P/326/2026 dated 30 October 2026. The post is at Pay Level-06 under the VII Central Pay Commission. The last date for receipt of applications is 20 November 2026, or within two weeks from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News, whichever is later.
Position at a Glance
| Post | Legal Assistant (Post Code ND0602) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 (Unreserved) |
| Location | University of Delhi, New Delhi |
| Age Limit | 40 years |
| Application Mode | Online, in the prescribed Application Form on the University website |
| Last Date | 20 November 2026, or within two weeks from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News, whichever is later |
Eligibility
Essential qualifications: a Degree in Law (Professional) from a recognised University, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in handling court cases in a government or semi-government organisation and/or practice before a High Court or a Lower Court in Civil or Labour matters. Desirable qualifications: a Post-Graduate Degree; a Diploma in IPR or Labour Laws; good drafting and noting skills and knowledge of service rules applicable to Central Government employees; and hands-on experience in computers. The age limit for the post is 40 years. Persons so appointed will not be allowed to do private practice.
How to Apply
Apply online in the prescribed Application Form through the University of Delhi website (www.du.ac.in), under “Work with DU” and the head “Advertisement – Departments”, for Advertisement No. R&P/326/2026, before the last date. Any addendum or corrigendum to this advertisement will be posted on the University website only.
Role and Importance
A Legal Assistant is required to assist the Assistant Registrar or Deputy Registrar (Legal) in the day-to-day duties of the Legal Branch, including attending all kinds of legal matters and writ petitions, preparing para-wise comments on writ petitions and draft replies, drafting contract agreements and Memoranda of Understanding with various bodies on academic matters, and liaising with Standing Counsel and Panel Advocates before the High Court of Delhi and Lower Courts.
Deadline Alert
The last date for receipt of applications is 20 November 2026, or within two weeks from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News, whichever is later — at least 19 days remain from 01 November 2026 to 20 November 2026.
Official Link: https://www.du.ac.in/uploads/new-web/30102026-2Advt.%20326%20Vacancy.pdf
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