NALSA Recruitment Dossier

All Officers Staff

Official gazetted recruitment notification for All Officers Staff administered by NALSA Authority (Madhya Pradesh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NALSA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Madhya Pradesh

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

Related Active Openings under NALSA

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Addendum Dated	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum Dated	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum Dated	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
All India Service Officers Under the Govt of Mizoram Transfer	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NALSA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Fixing of Agency TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Flexible Hose with Quick Hose Coupling for by 159 and by 166 and Rubber Ex Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Floatation of Request for Proposal RFP for Testing and Migration Audit for	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Annual Maintenance Service Air Conditioner Annual Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for All Officers Staff?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NALSA Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain nalsa.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NALSA recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing primary personal, academic, and contact details to generate a unique candidate ID.

Log in with OTR credentials to select the specific Officer cadre post, fill in detailed educational qualifications, and input professional experience where applicable.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of the matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, category certificates, signature, and a recent passport-sized photograph conforming to the specified dimensions and file sizes.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated e-receipt for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card, download it using registration credentials, and print a clear copy to bring to the designated exam center.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for All Officers Staff 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 (Objective Type)	150 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness with special focus on Indian Polity and Judiciary
Stage 2: Descriptive Legal and Administrative Paper	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Constitution of India, Legal Services Authorities Act 1987, NALSA Schemes and Free Legal Aid Framework, Official Drafting, Precis Writing, and Office Procedures
Stage 3: Computer Proficiency and Skill Test	Qualifying Only, 45 Minutes	Word Processing and Document Formatting, Spreadsheet Preparation and Formulas, Typing Speed Evaluation (minimum 35 words per minute in English)
Stage 4: Document Verification and Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Verification of original academic and reservation credentials, Personality assessment, Communication skills, Domain knowledge of judicial administration and public service

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for Officer Staff at the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) is mapped to Level 8 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 47,600. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (amounting to Rs. 25,228), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 30% for Class X cities (amounting to Rs. 14,280), the financial package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 5,508). This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 92,616. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 7,283), Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 84,116, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

NALSA strictly adheres to the reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is implemented with 15% seats for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% for EWS. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. In compliance with central guidelines, women candidates, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and diverse representation across all administrative and officer cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — All Officers Staff

How are the minimum qualifying cutoffs determined for the NALSA Officer recruitment?

The minimum qualifying marks are determined by the recruitment committee based on the volume of candidates and overall performance, with standard category-wise relaxations applied as per DoPT norms.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written examination scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is utilized to ensure equity across different difficulty levels of the papers.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement required upon selection?

No, there is no service bond required for NALSA Officer Staff, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before permanent absorption.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited NALSA Officers?

The probation period is two years, during which officers undergo specialized training in judicial administration, legal aid schemes, and office management.

Does the syllabus include specific questions on the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987?

Yes, the descriptive paper and interview stages place significant weight on the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, and various NALSA welfare schemes.

Where will the selected NALSA Officers be posted across India?

Selected officers are primarily posted at the NALSA Headquarters in New Delhi, with possibilities of deputation or coordination postings with State Legal Services Authorities (SLSAs).