NCLT Law Research Associate (Jaipur & Mumbai) — Eligibility, Pay, Skills, and How to Apply

Table of Contents

• Post snapshot
• Essential eligibility
• Skills and knowledge requirements
• Tenure and conditions
• What the work involves
• How to apply
• Selection process
• Practical tips

National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) is engaging Law Research Associates on a contractual basis for the Jaipur and Mumbai Benches, offering ₹60,000 per month, with an upper age limit of 30 years. The last date for online applications is 18 September 2025 (by 5:00 PM).

Post snapshot

• Post: Law Research Associate (Contract)
• Benches: Jaipur and Mumbai
• Vacancies: 02 (tentative total across the two benches)
• Remuneration: ₹60,000 per month; no DA/HRA/residential accommodation/other allowances
• Age limit: Not above 30 years as on 18.09.2025
• Last date: 18.09.2025 (till 17:00 hrs)

Essential eligibility

• Education: Graduate in Law, including integrated degrees under 10+2+3+3 or 10+2+5 patterns, with minimum 50% aggregate from an institution established by law in India and recognized by the Bar Council of India for admission as Advocate/Attorney.
• Course completion within duration: Must have passed all examinations within the scheduled course duration.
• Recency of degree: LL.B./LL.M. obtained not earlier than two years as on the advertisement date (18.08.2025) or other specified date.
• Final‑year eligibility: Candidates in 5th year of 5‑year LL.B. or 3rd year of 3‑year LL.B. after graduation can apply, subject to furnishing law degree proof before joining.
• Ineligibility: Candidates pursuing PG Law or any course requiring compulsory attendance during the engagement period are not eligible.

Skills and knowledge requirements

• Legal research skills with proficiency in tools and databases: eSCR, Manupatra, SCC Online, LexisNexis, Westlaw.
• Computer proficiency: MS Office and general IT literacy.
• Subject knowledge: Company Law and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC).

Tenure and conditions

• Period: Initial engagement typically for one year; extendable based on performance and requirement, as seen in similar NCLT/NCLAT schemes.
• Exclusivity: Full‑time engagement; no simultaneous enrollment in regular courses or conflicting assignments.

What the work involves

• Legal research and analysis for the Bench on matters under the Companies Act and IBC; preparation of notes, briefs, and case summaries.
• Retrieval and synthesis of case law, statutes, and regulations using approved databases; drafting assistance as directed.
• Maintaining high standards of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in a time‑sensitive adjudicatory environment.

How to apply

• Mode: Online application through the NCLT Job Openings page; select the “Engagement of Law Research Associates” link for Jaipur/Mumbai and complete the form and uploads.
• Documentation: Recent photograph, signature, LL.B./LL.M. semester marksheets and degree, proof of having cleared within course duration, proof of recency of degree (2 years), ID, and any experience certificates; keep PDFs ready within size limits specified in the portal.
• Deadline: Ensure submission by 18 September 2025, 17:00 hrs. Late/incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.

Selection process

• Shortlisting based on eligibility and merit; written assessment/interview may be conducted at the discretion of the concerned Bench/Registry. Final engagement is subject to document verification and medical/character checks if prescribed.

Practical tips

• Tailor the CV to highlight IBC/Company Law coursework, moots or publications, and hands‑on use of legal databases; include brief case notes or research abstracts if permissible.
• For final‑year students, arrange timely issuance of provisional degree/bonafide completion proof to avoid onboarding delays.
• Address the “passed within duration” criterion clearly by attaching institute certification or consolidated marksheets evidencing on‑time completion.

Official Notification: https://nclt.gov.in/sites/default/files/Career/Advt%20dated%2018.08.2025%20Jaipur%20and%20Mumbai.pdf

Refer to the official Office Memorandum dated 18.08.2025 and the NCLT Job Openings page for definitive instructions, eligibility clarifications, and application link.