Noida Metro Rail Corporation Limited has released an official notification for recruitment to one supervisory-level legal post in 2026. The vacancy is to be filled either at the level of Senior Section Officer (Legal) or Section Officer (Legal), depending on the eligibility and suitability of the selected candidate. The advertisement is issued under Advt. No. NMRC/HR/Rectt./03/2026 and invites applications from experienced Indian nationals on deputation, immediate absorption, or direct recruitment basis.
The official notice confirms that there is one unreserved post, the application mode is offline, and the last date for receipt of the filled application with supporting documents is 30 April 2026. The maximum age limit is 56 years for deputation and 40 years for immediate absorption or direct recruitment, both counted as on the closing date. The pay scale also depends on the level at which the post is filled, with separate IDA scales for Senior Section Officer and Section Officer.
This recruitment is aimed at candidates with a full-time law degree and relevant supervisory experience in the government sector. The notification is specific that private-sector experience will not be counted for the minimum required post-qualification experience. Candidates should therefore read the eligibility conditions, current pay-scale requirements, and document checklist carefully before sending the offline application.
NMRC Legal Post Recruitment 2026 Overview
NMRC has invited fresh applications for one supervisory-level post in its Legal Department. The vacancy will be filled either as Senior Section Officer (Legal) or Section Officer (Legal), based on the candidate's eligibility and suitability under the terms of the advertisement.
The notification makes it clear that only one position is to be filled. Applicants therefore need to tick the relevant post in the prescribed application form according to their eligibility.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Noida Metro Rail Corporation Limited |
| Department | Legal Department |
| Post | Senior Section Officer (Legal) or Section Officer (Legal) |
| Vacancy | 1 (Unreserved) |
| Advertisement Date | 01 April 2026 |
Important Dates and Application Timeline
The recruitment is being handled through offline application only. Candidates must ensure that the complete application reaches NMRC on or before the closing date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 30 April 2026 |
The official notice states that the filled application with all supporting documents must reach NMRC latest by Thursday, 30 April 2026. Applications sent by email or hand delivery are not permitted.
Post, Pay Scale and Recruitment Basis
The post has been advertised with two possible levels. Depending on the candidate selected, the appointment may be made at the level of Senior Section Officer (Legal) or Section Officer (Legal).
| Post | Level | IDA Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Section Officer (Legal) | Non Executive - Senior Supervisory Level | INR 46,000-1,45,000 |
| Section Officer (Legal) | Non Executive - Senior Supervisory Level | INR 40,000-1,25,000 |
The recruitment basis allowed in the notification is deputation, immediate absorption, or direct recruitment. Candidates working on regular basis in the specified IDA or CDA scales may apply under one mode of their choice, while candidates working on contract basis in those scales are eligible only under direct recruitment.
Educational Qualification and Experience Required
The essential qualification for both levels is a full-time Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized university or institute. The degree may be either a 3-year regular course or a 5-year integrated regular course.
Experience requirements differ by level. For Senior Section Officer (Legal), the candidate must have 6 years or more of post-qualification supervisory-level government sector experience in the relevant legal work areas. For Section Officer (Legal), the minimum is 5 years or more of post-qualification supervisory-level government sector experience in the relevant areas.
- Drafting and vetting of agreements, tenders, work proposals, MOUs, contracts, and legal documents
- Preparing documentary and other evidences in legal proceedings
- Legal documentation and statutory compliance
- Work related to labour laws, PF Act, tax laws, and other applicable laws
- Preparation of case files and writs
- Coordination with empanelled lawyers
- Assistance in arbitration, court cases, service matters, RTI matters, and public grievances
The notification also states that preference will be given to candidates presently working with Metro, Railways, Railway PSUs, or RRTS.
Present Pay Scale Criteria for Eligibility
NMRC has not limited eligibility only to degree and experience. The candidate must also satisfy the present pay-scale condition specified in Table II of the official notice.
| Post | Eligible Present Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Senior Section Officer (Legal) | Presently working in IDA INR 46,000-1,45,000 or CDA INR 47,600-1,51,100 (Level 8), or working for 3 years in IDA INR 40,000-1,25,000 or CDA INR 44,900-1,42,400 (Level 7) |
| Section Officer (Legal) | Presently working in IDA INR 40,000-1,25,000 or CDA INR 44,900-1,42,400 (Level 7), or working for 3 years in IDA INR 35,000-1,10,000 or CDA INR 35,400-1,12,400 (Level 6) |
For overall supervisory experience, NMRC will consider government-sector service from S0 or S1 level and above, corresponding to minimum IDA pay scale INR 33,000-1,00,000 or CDA Level 6 scale INR 35,400-1,12,400.
Age Limit and Age Relaxation
The upper age limit depends on the recruitment mode chosen by the candidate. These limits are to be counted as on the closing date of the application.
| Recruitment Mode | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Deputation | 56 years |
| Immediate Absorption | 40 years |
| Direct Recruitment | 40 years |
The official notification also states that age relaxation for reserved categories applies only to posts reserved for those categories. Since this vacancy is unreserved, SC, ST, and OBC (NCL) candidates applying against the UR post will be considered under the general standard of merit and will not get age relaxation for this post.
Selection Process
Suitable candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility and experience in the relevant field. The selection process may consist of a written test and/or personal interview. NMRC has also stated that a written test may be used if the number of candidates is large.
The selection process will be conducted in offline mode only. Outstation candidates called for the selection process will have to make their own travel and stay arrangements, and NMRC will not reimburse such expenses.
- Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience
- Written test and/or personal interview
- Offline selection process only
- Original documents are required before interview for document verification
The notice also makes it clear that merely meeting the minimum qualifications and experience does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for the next stage.
How to Apply Offline
Candidates have to use the prescribed Annex-A application format provided by NMRC. The filled application must be sent by registered post, speed post, or courier. Applications through email or by hand delivery will not be accepted.
- Download the official notification and application form.
- Tick the correct post level and recruitment mode in the form.
- Fill in personal, educational, employment, and experience details carefully.
- Attach all self-attested supporting documents.
- Send the complete application so that it reaches NMRC by 30 April 2026.
The envelope should be superscribed as application for the post under Advt. No. NMRC/HR/Rectt./03/2026 and addressed to The General Manager/ Projects & HR, Noida Metro Rail Corporation Limited, Block III, 3rd Floor, Ganga Shopping Complex, Sector-29, Noida-201301, Distt. Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.
Documents Required with the Application
The application must be supported by self-attested copies of the documents listed in the official advertisement. Applications without the prescribed format or essential documents will be rejected.
- Educational certificates from matriculation onward, including essential and latest qualification documents
- Appointment orders, joining orders, increment orders, promotion orders, and office orders showing present pay scale or grade
- Service certificates or experience certificates for all employment including present employment
- Pay slips of the last 3 months
- NOC along with D&AR and vigilance clearance from employer in case of deputation or immediate absorption
- Copies of APARs or ACRs for the last 4 years, as specified in the notification
- Copy of Aadhaar card
- Any other essential and relevant document
If NOC and vigilance clearance are not enclosed at the time of application, the candidate must submit a written undertaking to furnish them at the time of written test or interview.
Surety Bond, Probation and Service Conditions
For direct recruitment and immediate absorption, the selected candidate has to execute a surety bond to serve the corporation for the minimum period specified in the notification.
| Mode | Bond Amount | Minimum Service Period |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Recruitment | INR 3,00,000 plus training cost and GST as applicable | 3 years |
| Immediate Absorption from eligible government and PSU organisations | INR 1,50,000 plus training cost and GST as applicable | 1 year |
After joining on direct recruitment or immediate absorption, the employee will undergo probation as per corporation policy. A three-month notice period is required before seeking resignation. The notification also states that selected candidates may be posted, transferred, or deployed to NMRC offices or work locations in India or outside India during service.
What Is Confirmed and What Is Not Yet Announced
The official notice clearly confirms the vacancy, post levels, eligibility, pay scales, application deadline, offline application mode, document list, and the broad selection framework. It also confirms that private-sector experience will not count toward the minimum required experience.
At the same time, some later-stage details are not separately published in the advertisement. Candidates should treat such points as not yet announced unless NMRC issues another official update.
| Confirmed in Official Notice | Not Yet Announced Separately |
|---|---|
| 1 UR vacancy, legal post levels, age limits, qualification, government-sector experience requirement, offline application, address, document checklist, written test and/or interview, surety bond terms | Exact interview date, written test date, detailed syllabus, admit card process, final result date, separate application fee statement |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for NMRC Senior Section Officer / Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of the offline application is 30 April 2026.
How many vacancies are available in NMRC Legal Recruitment 2026?
There is 1 unreserved vacancy, to be filled either at the Senior Section Officer (Legal) level or the Section Officer (Legal) level.
What qualification is required for the NMRC legal post?
Candidates need a full-time Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized university or institute, either through a 3-year regular course or a 5-year integrated regular course.
Does private-sector experience count for NMRC Senior Section Officer / Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
No. The official notification says private-sector experience will not be counted toward the minimum required post-qualification experience.
What is the age limit for NMRC Senior Section Officer / Section Officer Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age is 56 years for deputation and 40 years for immediate absorption or direct recruitment, counted as on the closing date.
What is the selection process for the NMRC legal post?
Suitable candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility and experience, and the selection process may consist of a written test and/or personal interview in offline mode.
Can candidates submit the NMRC application by email or by hand?
No. The official notification says applications must be sent by registered post, speed post, or courier. Email and hand delivery are not permitted.
Is there a surety bond for direct recruitment or immediate absorption in NMRC?
Yes. For direct recruitment, the surety bond is INR 3,00,000 with a minimum service period of 3 years. For immediate absorption, it is INR 1,50,000 with a minimum service period of 1 year, plus training cost and GST as applicable.