Advertisement no: 04/2025 Registration Last Date: 10 April 2025 (11:59 PM) Posts: Assistant Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch), Assistant Public Prosecutor
ADVERTISEMENT NO: 04/2025
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Job Post Recruitment Board Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), India’s leading recruitment agency, invites applications for Assistant Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch) in the Official Languages Wing, Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice, and Assistant Public Prosecutor in the Directorate of Prosecution, Home Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. These Group “A” (ALC) and Group “B” (APP) Gazetted posts target legal professionals, with ALC focusing on legislative drafting in Hindi and APP on criminal prosecution. Despite their legal foundation, they serve distinct roles in legislation versus courtroom advocacy. The selection process involves shortlisting, possibly a recruitment test, and interviews. For complete details, visit the Official Website.
Job Brief Information
- Post: Assistant Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch), Assistant Public Prosecutor
- Role: ALC prepares authenticated Hindi translations of statutes, rules, and regulations and assists in legislative drafting. APP conducts cases in Metropolitan Magistrates’ courts, advises police, and maintains criminal case records for Delhi NCT.
- Qualifications: ALC: Master’s in Law (5 years’ experience) or Bachelor’s in Law (7 years’ experience) with Hindi proficiency at secondary level; experience in judicial service, legal departments, or legislative translation/drafting. APP: LLB with 3 years’ bar experience; desirable: Government Advocate experience. No physical standards for ALC; APP reserves 5 PwBD posts (LV, B, HH, Multiple Disabilities).
- Location: ALC: New Delhi. APP: National Capital Territory of Delhi.
- Application Deadline: Apply online until 10 April 2025 (23:59 HRS).
- Why You Should Apply: ALC offers a prestigious role in shaping Hindi legislation, while APP provides dynamic courtroom experience in Delhi’s prosecution system. Both ensure competitive salaries, stable employment, and pension benefits under the National Pension Scheme.
Job Post Details
Application Invitation
| Registration Start Date | 22 Mar 2025 |
| Registration Last Date | 10 Apr 2025 |
Job Post Info
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the Post | Assistant Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch), Assistant Public Prosecutor |
| Total Vacency | ALC: 4 (3 UR, 1 ST). APP: 66 (20 UR, 6 EWS, 17 OBC, 19 SC, 4 ST, 5 PwBD) |
| Qualifications | ALC: LLM/LLB with Hindi proficiency; 5-7 years’ experience. APP: LLB; 3 years’ bar experience |
| Age Limit | ALC: 40 years (UR); 45 years (ST). APP: 30 years (UR/EWS); 33 years (OBC); 35 years (SC/ST) |
| salary | ALC: Level-11. APP: Level-8 as per 7th CPC |
| Seva Nidhi | Not applicable (Permanent posts under NPS; 1 APP vacancy temporary) |
| Insurance | As per Central Government norms |
| Marital Status | Not specified |
| Exam Fee | ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS; No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates |
Selection Process
| Stage | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Application Window | 22 Mar – 10 Apr 2025 |
| Correction Window | Not specified (Check portal for updates) |
| Stage I – Shortlisting | Post 10 Apr 2025 (Based on qualifications/experience) |
| Stage II – Recruitment Test | Tentative, if required (Dates via UPSC portal) |
| Stage II – Interview | Tentative, post-test/shortlisting (Dates via portal) |
Note: Exact dates will be published on the candidate’s registration portal.
Eligibility Criteria
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifications | ALC: Master’s/Bachelor’s in Law with Hindi proficiency. APP: LLB |
| Minimum Marks | Not specified; degree required |
| Physical Standards | ALC: Not applicable. APP: PwBD (LV, B, HH, Multiple Disabilities) |
| Age Limit | ALC: 40 years (UR); 45 years (ST). APP: 30 years (UR/EWS); 33 years (OBC); 35 years (SC/ST) |
| Total Vacancy | ALC: 4. APP: 66 |
How To Apply
- Visit Official Website
- Register and fill the application form.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 (if applicable; exempt for SC/ST/PwBD/Women).
- Submit the form and download confirmation.
- Optionally apply via CSCs (charges applicable).
