DLSA Madhepura has released an offline recruitment notice for engagement of 130 Para Legal Volunteers for the 2026-27 session. This opening is meant for people who want to work at the community level in legal awareness and support activities, especially among weaker and disadvantaged sections. The notice makes it clear that this is not an appointment to a regular government post.
For most applicants, the key things to check first are the last date, qualification, area-wise vacancy split, and the exact submission process. The notification says applications in the prescribed form, along with educational and other relevant documents, must reach the office by 24 April 2026 at 5:00 PM.
If you are planning to apply, the most useful points are straightforward: the minimum educational qualification mentioned is Matric, the total vacancies are 130, the engagement is for one year, and shortlisted candidates are to be called for interview. Below is a practical guide to the official notice so you can apply without missing important details.
Recruitment overview
DLSA Madhepura has invited applications for engagement of Para Legal Volunteers for the 2026-27 session. The notice states that the engagement is for social and legal service work at the grassroots level and is not an appointment to any regular government post.
The notification is aimed at individuals who are interested in public service and legal awareness work among weaker and deprived sections. The notice also indicates that persons from community-facing backgrounds such as teachers, retired teachers, retired government employees, senior citizens, Anganwadi workers, doctors, students, NGO members, self-help group members and Jeevika group members may apply if they are genuinely interested in social service.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 08 April 2026 |
| Last date to submit offline application | 24 April 2026 |
| Last time for submission | 5:00 PM |
| Interview schedule | To be informed after scrutiny |
The notice says interview date and time will be communicated on the mobile number given by the applicant. Candidates may also contact the office after 24 April 2026 for interview-related updates.
Vacancy breakup and area allocation
The total number of Para Legal Volunteer posts is 130. The notice says the selection is to be made on an area basis because PLVs are expected to work in villages or groups of villages.
| Area | Posts |
|---|---|
| District Headquarters area | 100 |
| Udakishunganj Sub-Division | 30 |
| Total | 130 |
If you are applying, it is sensible to mention clearly the area where you wish to work, because the application form itself asks applicants to indicate their preferred work area.
Eligibility criteria
The official notice mentions Matric as the educational qualification. It also lays down some basic suitability conditions for applicants.
- Minimum educational qualification: Matriculation
- Applicant should be an Indian citizen
- Applicant should be medically fit
- Applicant should be of good character
- Applicant should have genuine interest in social service
- No criminal case should be pending or recorded against the applicant
The notice does not clearly mention a separate age limit in the released advertisement. It also says that this is volunteer engagement and not a regular service post.
Role of a Para Legal Volunteer
The notice explains that Para Legal Volunteers act as a bridge between people who need legal awareness or legal aid and the District Legal Services Authority. Their work is community-facing rather than office-only.
- Spread legal awareness in the assigned area
- Help connect victims and eligible persons with legal aid services
- Assist the DLSA and legal aid centres in outreach work
- Work as a link between the community and legal services institutions
- Carry out other tasks assigned by the District Legal Services Authority
This means the role is better suited to applicants who are comfortable with field interaction, local communication and service-oriented work.
Honorarium, tenure and reservation position
The notice states that selected Para Legal Volunteers will receive honorarium of Rs 750 per day. However, this is not a fixed monthly salary. The amount is payable only for specific days on which a PLV performs assigned work such as legal services outreach, special duties, visits linked to legal service work or participation in legal awareness camps.
The engagement is for one year for session 2026-27. The notice also says that since this is volunteer service and not regular recruitment, reservation is not provided in the usual post-based manner, though representation of different categories is to be kept in view under the scheme.
How to apply offline
- Read the official notification carefully and use the prescribed application form attached with it.
- Fill in all required details such as name, address, educational qualification, category, gender, preferred area and contact number.
- Attach copies of educational and other relevant supporting documents.
- Keep a self-addressed envelope with registered postage stamp as mentioned in the notice.
- Submit the completed application to the office of the Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Madhepura, by hand or through an appropriate mode before the deadline.
The application must reach the office by 24 April 2026, 5:00 PM. Late applications can create an avoidable risk, so it is better not to wait until the final day.
What the application form asks for
The form attached to the notification is useful because it shows exactly what information you should be ready with before filling it.
- Post name
- Applicant name
- Father's or husband's name
- Date of birth
- Permanent and present address
- Block, panchayat and police station details
- Educational qualification
- Category details, with proof if applicable
- Gender
- Preferred area for work
- Any prior experience
- Mobile number and WhatsApp number, if available
- Passport-size self-attested photograph
Because the form is detailed, it is better to gather all documents and contact details first and then fill the form in one sitting to avoid mistakes.
Selection process and interview
The released notice indicates that applicants will be shortlisted after scrutiny of their forms and then called for interview. A separate interview sheet is also attached with the notification, which supports the interview-based selection process.
- Step 1: Submission of offline application in prescribed form
- Step 2: Scrutiny of documents and application details
- Step 3: Interview for eligible shortlisted candidates
- Step 4: Final engagement for the session, subject to official decision
The notice says the interview date and time will be informed on the applicant's mobile number. Candidates may also check with the DLSA Madhepura office after 24 April 2026 for further information.
Submission address, contact and official sources
The application is to be submitted to the following office address mentioned in the notice:
Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Seva Sadan, Main Road, Purani Kachahari Campus, Ward No. 18, Madhepura, Bihar, PIN 852113.
The notice also mentions contact number 06476-222072 for office-related enquiry after the closing date. For official updates, candidates should rely on the notification and the District Court Madhepura website at madhepura.dcourts.gov.in.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to submit the offline application is 24 April 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
A total of 130 Para Legal Volunteer posts have been announced.
The minimum educational qualification mentioned in the notice is Matriculation.
No. The notice clearly states that this is not an appointment to a regular government post.
The notice mentions honorarium of Rs 750 per day for specified duty days, not a fixed monthly salary.
Selection is based on application scrutiny followed by interview, as indicated in the official notice.
The completed application should be submitted to the Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Seva Sadan, Main Road, Purani Kachahari Campus, Ward No. 18, Madhepura, Bihar, PIN 852113.