Lawcommissionofindia Vacancy Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Lawcommissionofindia for the post of Officer / Executive (Lawcommissionofindia). Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Consultant | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2025-07-30 |
| Consultant | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2025-07-30 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Lawcommissionofindia (Tender: | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Lawcommissionofindia (Tender: | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Lawcommissionofindia (Tender: | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Navigate to the official Law Commission of India or Ministry of Law and Justice portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, educational, and contact details.
Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, legal practice experience, and preferred examination center locations.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, LLB/LLM degree certificates, Bar Council registration, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment confirmation receipt.
Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Lawcommissionofindia Vacancy Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Examination (Paper I - Objective) | 200 Marks / 120 Minutes | Constitutional Law of India, Administrative Law, Jurisprudence, Code of Civil Procedure, Code of Criminal Procedure, Indian Penal Code, Indian Evidence Act, and Limitation Act. |
| Stage 2: Written Examination (Paper II - Descriptive) | 200 Marks / 180 Minutes | Legislative Drafting, Legal Research Methodology, Essay on Contemporary Legal Issues, Interpretation of Statutes, Contract Law, and Analysis of Landmark Supreme Court Judgments. |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview | 50 Marks / 30 Minutes | Evaluation of legal acumen, communication skills, knowledge of current law reform debates, personality assessment, and suitability for research-oriented legal drafting roles. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination | Qualifying / Non-Graded | Verification of original academic degrees, Bar Council enrollment, experience certificates, category claims, and a standard medical fitness examination conducted by an authorized medical board. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The recruitment for officer-level posts (such as Assistant Legal Advisor or Research Officer) in the Law Commission of India is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is Rs. 56,100. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 29,733), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 16,830), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583), Professional Tax, and Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme (CGEGIS), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,02,000. This is subject to revision under future 8th CPC recommendations.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the consolidated guidelines and Office Memorandums (OMs) issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, statutory reservations are strictly implemented. Upper age limit relaxations of 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer) are provided. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates and exempted categories are granted full application fee concessions to promote gender diversity and inclusivity.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Lawcommissionofindia Vacancy Recrui
Candidates must possess a Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university and a minimum of three years of active practice as an Advocate or equivalent experience in a government legal department.
There is no service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct are closely monitored.
The primary and permanent posting for all selected officers of the Law Commission of India will be at the headquarters in New Delhi.
The final merit list is prepared by aggregating the marks obtained in the Written Examination (Paper I and Paper II) and the Personal Interview, subject to qualifying the document verification.
Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks is applicable for every incorrect answer in the Stage 1 Objective Paper, while unattempted questions incur no penalty.
Yes, as a central government organization under the Ministry of Law and Justice, any future pay revisions approved under the 8th CPC will automatically apply to this cadre.