Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) — Legal Cell
Cut-off Date: 19 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 25 to 55 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 25 yrs | 55 yrs | — | 20 Aug 1971 to 19 Aug 2001 |
| EWS | 25 yrs | 55 yrs | — | 20 Aug 1971 to 19 Aug 2001 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 25 yrs | 58 yrs | +3 yrs | 20 Aug 1968 to 19 Aug 2001 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 25 yrs | 60 yrs | +5 yrs | 20 Aug 1966 to 19 Aug 2001 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 25 yrs | 60 yrs | +5 yrs | 20 Aug 1966 to 19 Aug 2001 |
| PwD (General) | 25 yrs | 65 yrs | +10 yrs | 20 Aug 1961 to 19 Aug 2001 |
Prescribed Age: 25–55 Years (As on 19 Aug 2026)
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued an official recruitment notification for Consultant (Legal Cell), announcing a total of 2 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 28 July 2026 and closes on 19 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold LLB or B.L. degree with at least 5 years of post-enrollment experience as an advocate. and be within the prescribed age limit of 25 to 55 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 12,00,000 per annum. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting of applications followed by an interview or written test.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 28 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
19 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Consultant (Legal Cell) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | LLB or B.L. degree with at least 5 years of post-enrollment experience as an advocate. |
| Age Limit | 25 to 55 years |
| Salary | Rs. 12,00,000 per annum |
| Application Fee | Not Applicable |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting of applications followed by an interview or written test. |
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued an official notification (Advertisement No. Q/PF/575/29/2026) for the recruitment of 2 Consultants for the Legal Cell on a contractual basis. Qualified legal professionals meeting the eligibility criteria are invited to submit their applications via email before the designated deadline.
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Consultant (Legal Cell) | 2 |
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | LLB / B.L. (3-year or 5-year degree) from a recognized institute in India. |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years of practice post-enrollment as an advocate. |
| Age Limit | 25 to 55 years. |
| Preferences | Preference will be given to candidates with a Master’s degree in Law and prior experience in Government Ministries, Departments, or PSUs handling litigation. |
Selected candidates will receive an annual consolidated salary of Rs. 12,00,000, subject to applicable tax deductions.
The selection will be based on a thorough review of the received applications, followed by shortlisting for a written test or personal interview.
Interested candidates must follow these instructions for the application process:
Warning: Incomplete applications or those received after the specified deadline will be summarily rejected. Keep a digital copy of your sent email for future correspondence.
No, the MEA Consultant (Legal Cell) post is purely on a contractual basis.
The candidate must not exceed 55 years of age as of the application deadline.
Applications must be submitted via email to the official MEA email address provided in the detailed notification PDF.
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