DLSA Boudh Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date 19 Feb

DLSA Boudh Legal Aid Defense Counsel Recruitment 2026: Overview

• The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Boudh, Odisha, has released an official notification (Advertisement No. LADCS 02) for the recruitment of 03 posts of Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel, Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel, and Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel. This recruitment is strictly based on the Legal Aid Defense Counsel Scheme 2022.
• This is a Direct Recruitment (Merit-based) process. There will be no written examination. Selection will be made by a Selection Committee chaired by the Principal District & Sessions Judge based on the candidates' experience and merit in criminal law practice.

Vacancy Details 2026

• Category-wise distribution of posts:

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Candidates must be enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council under the Advocates Act, 1961. Specific experience requirements are as follows:
• Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Minimum 10 years of practice in criminal law. Must have handled at least 30 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable).
• Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Minimum 7 years of practice in criminal law. Must have handled at least 20 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable).
• Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel: 0-3 years of practice in criminal law. Must possess good communication, research, and drafting skills.

Age Limit

• As per organization rules. Age is calculated as on 19-02-2026.

Selection Process

• This recruitment does not involve a written examination or computer test. The selection is purely merit-based.
• Selection Method: Merit-based selection (based on experience and interview).
• Authority: Selection Committee chaired by the Principal District & Sessions Judge, Boudh.
• Criteria: Candidates will be evaluated based on their legal experience, specifically in criminal trials, as per the Legal Aid Defense Counsel Scheme 2022.

Application Fee

• The provided notification text does not specify an application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official PDF notification for any fee requirements or relaxations.

How to Apply (Offline Mode)

• Interested candidates must submit their applications in hardcopy format. Follow the steps below:
• Download Form: Download the application form from the official notification link provided below.
• Fill Details: Fill in all required details accurately in the prescribed format.
• Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (Educational Certificates, Bar Council Enrollment Certificate, Experience Certificates, Proof of Age, etc.).
• Photographs: Affix recent passport-size photographs as required.
• Submission: Send the completed application form via post or hand-deliver to the following address:
• Deadline: Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 19-02-2026 by 5:00 PM.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Official Website: boudh.dcourts.gov.in

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