District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Balrampur has announced a recruitment notification (Notice No. ΰ€Έΰ€ΰ€ΰ₯ΰ€―ΰ€Ύ 700/ΰ€ΰ€Ώΰ₯¦ΰ€΅ΰ€Ώΰ₯¦ΰ€Έΰ₯ΰ₯¦ΰ€ͺΰ₯ΰ€°ΰ€Ύΰ₯¦, dated 26 October 2026) to hire 17 Para-Legal Volunteers for various positions across the district. This offline recruitment offers an opportunity to serve the community through the legal services framework. Applications must be submitted offline by 29 October 2026 at 4:00 PM, followed by interviews on 30 October 2026.
Overview
The District Legal Services Authority, Balrampur, operates under the umbrella of the National Legal Services Authority to provide free legal services and awareness to the weaker sections of society. Para-Legal Volunteers play a crucial role in extending these services to villages and remote areas across the district. This recruitment drive seeks motivated individuals to fill 17 Para-Legal Volunteer positions spread across four strategic locations: the district headquarters (Janpad Mukhyalay) and three tehsils (Sadar Balrampur, Utraula, and Tulsipur).
Para-Legal Volunteers assist in legal aid camps, prepare basic legal documents, provide legal awareness, and support the functioning of legal services at the community level. This is an honorarium-based role designed to strengthen grassroots legal services delivery. Selected candidates will undergo a single-stage interview process to assess their suitability for the position.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Official Notice Release | 26 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 29 October 2026 at 4:00 PM |
| Interview Date | 30 October 2026 |
Candidates must strictly adhere to the application deadline. Applications received after 29 October 2026 at 4:00 PM will not be accepted. Interview schedules and individual timing details will be communicated to qualified applicants after the deadline.
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment. Refer to the official notification PDF for confirmation of fee details, or contact DLSA Balrampur directly if you require clarification.
Vacancy Details
| Place of Posting | Number of Vacancies | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| District Headquarters (Janpad Mukhyalay) | 8 | Honorarium per working day |
| Tehsil Sadar Balrampur | 5 | Honorarium per working day |
| Tehsil Utraula | 2 | Honorarium per working day |
| Tehsil Tulsipur | 2 | Honorarium per working day |
A total of 17 positions are available across four locations within Balrampur district. The majority of vacancies (8) are at the district headquarters, followed by Tehsil Sadar Balrampur (5 posts). Tehsils Utraula and Tulsipur each have 2 openings. Candidates may specify their preferred posting location in their application, subject to final placement decisions by the authority.
Eligibility
For complete eligibility criteria including educational qualifications, age limits, and other specific requirements, refer to the official notification PDF. Eligibility conditions typically include age restrictions, educational background, local residency considerations, and absence of criminal record. Candidates are strongly advised to review all prescribed conditions in the notification before submitting their applications to ensure they meet every requirement.
Document Checklist: While the exact document list is in the official notification, candidates generally should prepare: educational certificates (XII and above as specified), age proof (birth certificate or date of birth document), address proof, identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID), character certificate, and any other documents mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of District Legal Services Authority Balrampur to access the notification
- Download the official DLSA Balrampur PLV notification PDF and read it thoroughly
- Carefully review all eligibility criteria, application instructions, and required documents
- Prepare your application in the exact format specified in the notification
- Gather all required supporting documents and certificates
- Submit your completed application either by registered post or in person at the District Legal Services Authority office, Balrampur
- Ensure your application is received (not just posted) before 29 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
- Retain a photocopy of your entire application and proof of submission (postal receipt or acknowledgment from office) for future reference
- Await interview notification after the deadline; shortlisted candidates will be informed of interview date, time, and venue
For offline submission by registered post, address your envelope to: District Legal Services Authority, Balrampur. For in-person submission, visit the DLSA office during working hours with all required documents.
Salary
Para-Legal Volunteers will receive an honorarium on a per-working-day basis. The exact honorarium rate is determined by the National Legal Services Authority or the State Legal Services Authority as applicable. Candidates should verify the current honorarium rates from the official notification PDF or by contacting DLSA Balrampur office directly before applying. The honorarium is typically disbursed based on the number of working days served in a month.
Important Links
- DLSA Balrampur PLV Official Notification PDF
- Official Website of District Legal Services Authority Balrampur
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a Para-Legal Volunteer and what are their responsibilities?
A: A Para-Legal Volunteer assists the District Legal Services Authority in delivering legal aid and awareness services at the grassroots level. They support legal services in villages and remote areas, help conduct legal aid camps, prepare basic legal documents, provide legal awareness to the community, and facilitate access to justice. Exact responsibilities are detailed in the official notification.
Q: What is the selection process?
A: The selection comprises a single stage: an interview scheduled for 30 October 2026. Candidates submitting applications by the deadline (29 October 2026 at 4:00 PM) will be eligible. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of their interview schedule separately.
Q: Can I apply online or submit my application via email?
A: No. This is an offline recruitment only. Applications must be submitted either by registered post or in person at the District Legal Services Authority office, Balrampur. Online and email submissions are not accepted.
Q: What is the compensation and tenure for this role?
A: Selected Para-Legal Volunteers receive an honorarium on a per-working-day basis at the rate fixed by the National Legal Services Authority or State Legal Services Authority. Verify the exact honorarium amount from the notification PDF. Tenure details should also be confirmed from the official notification.
Q: Is there an application fee?
A: The official notification does not mention any application fee. Confirm this by reading the complete notification PDF or contacting DLSA Balrampur directly.
Q: What documents must I include with my application?
A: The official notification specifies the complete list of required documents and supporting certificates. Generally, candidates need educational certificates, age proof, address proof, identity proof, and character certificate. Refer to the notification PDF for the exact checklist before submission.
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