Advertisement Numbers: 08/2025Application Last Date: July 17, 2025 Post Names: Legal Officer (Grade-II), Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages), Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch), and many more.
Table of Contents
Advt. Details
Advertisement Number: 08/2025
Application Deadline: July 17, 2025
Post Names: Legal Officer (Grade-II), Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages), Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch), Deputy Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages)
About the Recruiting Organizations
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is facilitating recruitment for the Ministry of External Affairs (Legal and Treaties Division) and the Ministry of Law and Justice (Official Languages Wing, Legislative Department). These roles are critical for handling legal aspects of international treaties, laws of the sea, and translation of central statutes into Hindi and regional languages. The positions are permanent, Group ‘A’, Gazetted, and Non-Ministerial, offering opportunities to contribute to India’s legal and diplomatic framework. For the latest government job updates, visit infrontjob.com.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
| Post Names | Legal Officer (Grade-II), Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages), Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch), Deputy Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages) |
| Compensation | Level-11 (₹67,700–1,50,800) for Legal Officer and Assistant Legislative Counsel; Level-12 (₹78,800–2,09,200) for Deputy Legislative Counsel |
| Total Vacancies | 28 (Legal Officer: 5, Assistant Legislative Counsel: 14, Deputy Legislative Counsel: 9) |
| Notification Date | June 28, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | July 17, 2025 |
| Organizations | Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice |
Recruitment Details
The UPSC, under Advertisement No. 08/2025, invites online applications for 28 legal positions with a deadline of July 17, 2025. The Legal Officer (Grade-II) role under the Ministry of External Affairs involves assisting the Legal and Treaties Division on international treaties, laws of the sea, rivers, and related legal matters. The Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages) and Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch and Regional Languages) roles under the Ministry of Law and Justice focus on preparing authenticated translations of central statutes, statutory rules, and regulations in Hindi and regional languages (Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Konkani, Maithili, Malayalam, Manipuri, Odia, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu) and assisting the Joint Secretary and Legislative Counsel. All positions are permanent, with a one-year probation period, and are based in New Delhi.
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Age Relaxation | Other Criteria |
| Legal Officer (Grade-II) | Master’s in Law (International Law/Relations/Organizations) OR M.Phil/Ph.D in International Law; 5 years experience as an advocate, in legal services, teaching, or research in international law | 40 years (UR/EWS/SC), 43 (OBC), 45 (ST) | 5 years for Central/UT Govt. servants; as per Govt. norms for others | Desirable: 6-month certificate in a foreign language (non-English); PwBD (BL, BA, OL, OA, BLA, OLA, BLOA, LC, DW, AAV, SD, SI); experience relaxable for ST |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages) | Master’s/Bachelor’s in Law; passed Secondary School or higher exam in concerned regional language; 5/7 years’ experience (Master’s/Bachelor’s) in judicial service, legal affairs, advocacy, teaching, or translation/drafting of statutes | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 (OBC), 45 (SC/ST) | 5 years for Central/UT Govt. servants; as per Govt. norms for others | Desirable: Bachelor’s with regional language as subject/medium, 5 years’ legislative drafting; PwBD (Blind, Low Vision); experience relaxable for SC/ST |
| Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch) | Master’s/Bachelor’s in Law; passed Secondary School or higher exam in Hindi; 8/10 years’ experience (Master’s/Bachelor’s) in judicial service, legal affairs, advocacy, teaching, or translation/drafting of statutes | 50 years (UR/EWS) | 5 years for Central/UT Govt. servants; as per Govt. norms for others | Desirable: Bachelor’s with Hindi as subject/medium, 5 years of legislative drafting in Hindi |
| Deputy Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages) | Master’s/Bachelor’s in Law; passed Secondary School or higher exam in concerned regional language; 8/10 years’ experience (Master’s/Bachelor’s) in judicial service, legal affairs, advocacy, teaching, or translation/drafting of statutes | 50 years (UR/EWS), 53 (OBC), 55 (SC) | 5 years for Central/UT Govt. servants; as per Govt. norms for others | Desirable: Bachelor’s with regional language as subject/medium, 5 years’ legislative drafting; experience relaxable for SC |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
| Application Submission | Apply online at upsconline.nic.in by July 17, 2025, with required documents |
| Document Verification | Submit self-attested copies of degree certificates, experience proofs, language proficiency proofs, and ID |
| Interview/Written Test | UPSC may conduct an interview or written test based on applicant numbers |
| Final Selection | Based on merit, subject to verification and medical fitness |
The selection process involves submitting an online application, verifying documents (including degrees, experience, language proficiency, and ID proof), and potentially taking a written test or interview, as determined by the UPSC. Final selection is based on merit, verification, and medical fitness.
Vacancies and Reservations
| Post | Total | Reserved Categories |
| Legal Officer (Grade-II) | 5 | UR: 2, EWS: 1, OBC: 1, ST: 1, PwBD: 1 (BL, BA, OL, OA, BLA, OLA, BLOA, LC, DW, AAV, SD, SI) |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages) | 14 | UR: 9, EWS: 1, OBC: 2, SC: 1, ST: 1, PwBD: 1 (B, LV) |
| Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch) | 2 | UR: 1, EWS: 1 |
| Deputy Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages) | 7 | UR: 5, OBC: 1, SC: 1 |
How to Apply
- Visit upsconline.nic.in and complete the online application by July 17, 2025.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications (Master’s/Bachelor’s in Law, language proficiency), and experience; select the desired post (Vacancy Numbers: 25060818228, 25060836228, 25060837228, 25060838228).
- Upload self-attested documents: degree certificates, experience certificates (advocacy, legal affairs, teaching, or translation/drafting), language proficiency proofs (Secondary School or higher exam in Hindi/regional language), ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID), and caste/PwBD certificates (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form. Keep a printout for future reference.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹25 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | No fee |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | June 28, 2025 |
| Application Start | June 28, 2025 |
| Application End | July 17, 2025 |
| Other Process Dates | To be announced |
Important Links
Notification links
Post
Advertisement No
Link
Legal Officer (Grade-II)
25060818228
Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages)
25060836228
Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch)
25060837228
Deputy Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages)
25060838228
Apply Link
Post
Advertisement No
Link
Legal Officer (Grade-II)
25060818228
Assistant Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages)
25060836228
Deputy Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch)
25060837228
Deputy Legislative Counsel (Regional Languages)
25060838228
Official links
UPSC – Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the roles about?
Legal Officers assist in legal matters related to international treaties and laws. Assistant and Deputy Legislative Counsel translate central statutes, rules, and regulations into Hindi or regional languages and assist the Official Languages Wing.
Who is eligible to apply?
Candidates with Master’s/Bachelor’s in Law, relevant experience (5–10 years in judicial service, legal affairs, advocacy, teaching, or translation/drafting), and proficiency in Hindi/regional languages, with age limits of 40–55 years (with relaxations), are eligible.
What are the application deadlines?
Applications must be submitted online by July 17, 2025.
How do I apply?
Apply online at upsconline.nic.in, upload the required documents, pay the fee (if applicable), and submit by July 17, 2025.
What is the selection process?
Online application, document verification, and possible written test or interview, followed by merit-based selection and medical fitness check.
What is the salary?
₹67,700–1,50,800 (Level-11) for Legal Officer and Assistant Legislative Counsel; ₹78,800–2,09,200 (Level-12) for Deputy Legislative Counsel, plus DA.
Where to find more job alerts?
Visit infrontjob.com for the latest UPSC government job alerts and updates.
