The Office of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Kokrajhar has released an official recruitment advertisement inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens for engagement as Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs). A total of 15 positions are available under this authority.
kokrajhar Judiciary Recruitment 2026
| Recruiting Authority | Office of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Kokrajhar |
| Location / Establishment | 1st Floor, District & Sessions Judge Court Building, Kokrajhar |
| Post Name | Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 Posts |
| Advertisement Number | Advertisement No. 01 of 2026 |
| Notification Date | September 19, 2026 |
| Nature of Job | Voluntary / Community Legal Aid |
| Remuneration / Salary | No regular salary/wages; Honorarium fixed by NALSA / ASLSA rules |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | Matriculation (Class 10 passed) |
| Age Limit | Must have attained the age of majority (minimum 18 years) |
| Residential Eligibility | Must be a citizen of India and a local resident of Kokrajhar District |
| Selection Mode | Shortlisting / Scrutiny followed by Interview |
| Application Fee | NIL (Free) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Prescribed Assam Gazette Standard Form) |
| Application Deadline | October 15, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Contact / Helpline | Phone: 6901-281638 | Email: dlsakokrajhar2@gmail.com |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality and Domicile
- The applicant must be a citizen of India.
- The applicant must be a permanent/local resident of Kokrajhar District.
2. Age Limit
- The applicant must have attained the age of majority (minimum 18 years of age).
3. Educational Qualification
- The applicant should have passed at least Matriculation (Class 10).
4. Eligible Target Groups (As per NALSA Scheme Guidelines)
- Teachers (including retired teachers)
- Retired Government servants and senior citizens
- M.S.W. (Master of Social Work) students and teachers
- Anganwadi workers
- Doctors / Physicians
- Students and Law Students (eligible only until they enroll as advocates)
- Members of non-political, service-oriented NGOs and clubs
- Members of Women Neighbourhood Groups, Maitri Sanghams, and Self-Help Groups (including marginalized and vulnerable groups)
- Educated prisoners with good conduct serving long-term sentences in prison
- Any other person whom the District Legal Services Authority deems fit
Nature of Work & Honorarium
- The role of a Para Legal Volunteer does not carry any regular salary, wages, or statutory employment allowances.
- Selected volunteers will receive a daily or periodical honorarium fixed under the rules by the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) or the Assam State Legal Services Authority (ASLSA).
- The engagement is purely temporary and can be terminated at any time without assigning any prior reason if a volunteer is found unsuitable.
Key Duties of a Para Legal Volunteer
Selected volunteers perform grassroot community-level legal assistance, which includes:
- Educating citizens about their constitutional and legal rights.
- Generating awareness about dispute settlements through Lok Adalats, Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration.
- Visiting police stations to ensure arrested persons obtain necessary legal assistance.
- Assisting crime victims in obtaining proper compensation.
- Visiting Observation Homes and Children’s Homes to provide legal support to inmates.
- Making people aware of their legal issues and guiding them toward free legal aid.
Selection Process
- Application Scrutiny: All submitted application forms and testimonials will be screened by the DLSA Selection Committee.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted eligible candidates will be invited to appear for an interview.
- Official Notification of Shortlist: The list of shortlisted candidates will be published exclusively on the official Kokrajhar District Judiciary website. No personal call letters will be dispatched via postal mail.
- Final Decision: The decisions of the Selection Committee regarding shortlisting and final empanelment are conclusive and binding. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Documents to Enclose with the Application
Candidates must submit self-attested photocopies of the following credentials along with their form:
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
- Age proof certificate (Birth Certificate / Class 10 Admit Card).
- Residential/Domicile proof of Kokrajhar District.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (minimum Class 10/Matriculation).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Past work experience certificate (if any).
Step-by-Step Application Procedure
- Obtain the Form: Download or print the Assam Gazette Standard Application Form.
- Fill in Details: Complete all fields clearly in block letters. Ensure you provide an active mobile number for necessary communication.
- Attach Testimonials: Enclose self-attested copies of all required documents and attach two passport-size photographs.
- Submission: Send the filled form along with documents via registered post, courier, or submit it by hand during working hours to:
Office of the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA)
First Floor, District & Sessions Judge Court Building
Kokrajhar, Assam, PIN – 783370
Important Dates
- Date of Official Advertisement: September 19, 2026
- Last Date for Application Receipt: October 15, 2026 (until 5:00 PM)
Web Links kokrajhar Judiciary Recruitment 2026
Helpline Phone Number: 6901-281638 and Official Email:dlsakokrajhar2@gmail.com
| Application Format | Standard Form (Assam Gazette Part-IX) |
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