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Post of Legal Adviser and Law Officer Grade a in Ats

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Post of Legal Adviser and Law Officer Grade a in Ats administered by NCCT Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCCT Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-05-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: Gujarat

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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

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Post of Legal Adviser and Law Officer Grade a in Ats?

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 20-05-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NCCT Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NCCT recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, valid email address, and active mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, bar council registration details, and professional legal experience in relevant courts.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, LLB degree, bar association enrollment, passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the admit card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Post of Legal Adviser and Law Officer Grade a in Ats 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: Computer Based Screening Test (CBST)	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), Indian Penal Code (IPC), Indian Evidence Act, General Awareness and Reasoning
Stage 2: Written Descriptive Examination (Domain Specialization)	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	Drafting of Pleadings, National Security Laws, Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), Cyber Laws and Information Technology Act, Legal Opinions and Case Analysis
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Document Verification	100 Marks / 30 Minutes	Evaluation of Legal Acumen, Communication Skills, Knowledge of Judicial Precedents, Verification of Original Academic and Bar Council Certificates, Character and Antecedents Verification
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying / No Marks	Standard Medical Fitness Test, Visual Acuity and Hearing Standards, Mental Robustness Assessment, Compilation of Final Merit List based on Cumulative Written and Interview Scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Post of Legal Adviser and Law Officer Grade A in ATS under the NCCT Authority is classified as a Group A Gazetted post, positioned at Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 16,830), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary 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) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,03,500, subject to posting location and subsequent 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Legal Adviser and Law Officer Grade A in ATS under the NCCT Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in compliance with central mandates, women candidates are exempted from the application fee to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Post of Legal Adviser and Law Offic

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examinations?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST candidates in each paper, subject to normalization and overall vacancy ratios.

Is there a normalization process applied to the screening test scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by the DoPT is applied to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the NCCT Authority and ATS for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Law Officer Grade A?

The selected officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which they must successfully complete prescribed departmental training and legal orientation programs.

Does the syllabus include specialized anti-terrorism and financial crime laws?

Yes, the descriptive paper extensively covers specialized legislations including the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), PMLA, National Investigation Agency (NIA) Act, and cyber-forensic legal frameworks.

Where will the primary posting locations be for the selected officers?

The primary postings are at the ATS Headquarters and regional offices of the NCCT Authority across major metropolitan cities, with liability for transfer anywhere in India.