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An Advocate As Senior Advocate

Official gazetted recruitment notification for An Advocate As Senior Advocate administered by NSFDC Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NSFDC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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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 NSFDC

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Addendum Ii Uploaded on Addendum I Uploaded on Detai	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Addendum with	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Addendum with Reference to Lgb Estt Interview 01 248 Pt I	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
An IT Expert	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NSFDC

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Galvanized Steel Channel Sleepers Fittings TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM 2026 B 7559918 Custom Bid for Services 8211 Custom Bid for Services 24 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Supplying 69 Desktop Computers on Buy Back Basis Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid GEM 2025 B 6318864 for Procurement of 30 Battery	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-08-11

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for An Advocate As Senior Advocate?

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 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NSFDC Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, specifying academic qualifications, Bar Council enrollment details, and extensive legal practice experience in relevant courts.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including Bar Council registration certificate, landmark judgments drafted, age proof, caste certificates if applicable, and a recent passport-sized photograph in specified formats.

Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form online, download the generated confirmation page, and await the release of the admit card or interview call letter on the official portal.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for An Advocate As Senior Advocate 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: Screening and Portfolio Evaluation	100 Marks / Portfolio Review	Evaluation of active Bar Council standing, Analysis of landmark judgments and cases argued, Assessment of experience in corporate, social, and financial sectors, Review of legal publications and advisory roles
Stage 2: Written Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Constitutional Law and Administrative Law, Corporate Law and Public Sector Undertaking regulations, National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation Act, Civil Procedure Code and Law of Contracts
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Legal Acumen	50 Marks / 45 Minutes	Oral advocacy and communication skills, Real-time legal problem-solving scenarios, Interpretation of complex statutory provisions, Professional ethics and judicial precedents
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Stage	Verification of original academic and professional degrees, Validation of Bar Council active membership status, Character and antecedent verification via local authorities, Standard medical fitness assessment by authorized medical board

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Senior Advocate / Senior Legal Advisor cadre at NSFDC Authority is aligned with Level 13 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, transitioning into the proposed 8th CPC framework. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 1,23,100 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 65,243), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 36,930), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 7,200 plus applicable DA (totaling Rs. 11,016), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 2,36,289. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 18,834), Professional Tax, and Income Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,95,000, ensuring a highly competitive and prestigious compensation package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The NSFDC Authority strictly adheres to the reservation directives issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. This recruitment provides a 10% vertical reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxations are granted systematically: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting diversity and equal opportunity across all selection stages.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — An Advocate As Senior Advocate

What is the minimum legal practice experience required for this Senior Advocate role?

Candidates must possess a minimum of 10 years of active practice as an advocate, preferably with significant experience representing government bodies, PSUs, or financial institutions.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period associated with this appointment?

Yes, selected candidates are required to execute a service agreement and indemnity bond to serve the NSFDC Authority for a minimum period of two years.

What is the probation period for a newly recruited Senior Advocate at NSFDC?

The selected officer will be placed on a probation period of one year, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluation.

Will there be any normalization of marks applied to the written examination?

If the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure fair merit listing.

Where will the primary posting location be for this cadre?

The primary posting will be at the NSFDC Head Office in New Delhi, though the officer may be required to travel across India for court representations.

Are candidates allowed to continue private practice after selection?

No, this is a full-time regular employment position. Selected candidates must suspend their license to practice with the Bar Council during their tenure.