The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Gadchiroli, Maharashtra has released the DLSA Gadchiroli Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) Recruitment 2026 notification for the selection of 450 Para Legal Volunteers (PLV) / Adhikar Mitra under the Legal Services Authority system. The posts are spread across DLSA Gadchiroli (100 posts) and 7 Taluka Legal Services Committees – TLSCs (50 posts each). The notification was released on 05 August 2026 and the last date to submit the offline application is 13 August 2026 at 05:00 PM. Candidates who have passed Class 10 (SSC) or higher and are residents of the concerned working area are eligible to apply. Selected PLVs will receive an honorarium of Rs. 750 per day. A wide range of individuals are encouraged to apply – including teachers, retired government employees, MSW students, Anganwadi workers, doctors, law students, NGO members and Self Help Group members.
Important Note: Three things every applicant must understand clearly before applying. First, this is a voluntary social service engagement, not a regular government job or permanent employment – selected Para Legal Volunteers do not acquire the status of a government employee. The engagement carries an honorarium of Rs. 750 per day for days of service. Candidates seeking permanent government employment should note this clearly. Second, the last date is 13 August 2026 at 05:00 PM – just 8 days away. Applications must be submitted offline to the concerned DLSA or TLSC office before this time; late submissions will not be entertained. Third, applicants must be residents of the working area of the specific DLSA or TLSC they are applying to – verify your area of residence against the coverage areas in the vacancy table before selecting the office to apply to.
DLSA Gadchiroli PLV Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Gadchiroli |
| Post Name | Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) / Adhikar Mitra (अधिकार मित्र) |
| Total Vacancies | 450 |
| Nature of Engagement | Voluntary Social Service – not regular employment |
| Minimum Qualification | 10th Pass (SSC) or higher; higher qualification preferred |
| Honorarium | Rs. 750 per day |
| Application Mode | Offline only |
| Notification Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 August 2026, 05:00 PM |
| Job Location | Gadchiroli District, Maharashtra |
| Official Website | gadchiroli.dcourts.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 05 August 2026 |
| Application Submission Opens | 05 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 13 August 2026, 05:00 PM |
Office-wise and Area-wise Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Office | Vacancies | Area Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District Legal Services Authority, Gadchiroli | 100 | Gadchiroli and Gadchiroli Taluka |
| 2 | TLSC, Aheri | 50 | Aheri, Etapalli and Bhamragad |
| 3 | TLSC, Armori | 50 | Armori |
| 4 | TLSC, Chamorshi | 50 | Chamorshi and Mulchera |
| 5 | TLSC, Desaiganj | 50 | Desaiganj |
| 6 | TLSC, Dhanora | 50 | Dhanora |
| 7 | TLSC, Kurkheda | 50 | Kurkheda and Korchi |
| 8 | TLSC, Sironcha | 50 | Sironcha |
| Total | 450 |
Applicants must apply to the office covering the area where they are a resident – verify your taluka/area before selecting the office.
Eligibility to Apply
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Passed Class 10 (SSC) or equivalent; higher qualification will be given preference |
| Residency | Must be a resident of the working area of the DLSA/TLSC applied to |
| Communication Skills | Should have good communication skills and awareness about social issues |
| Age Limit | Not specified in the official notification |
Persons Especially Encouraged to Apply
The following categories of persons are specifically mentioned as eligible and encouraged to apply:
- Teachers (serving and retired)
- Retired government employees and senior citizens
- MSW (Master of Social Work) students and teachers
- Anganwadi workers
- Doctors and medical professionals
- Law students
- Members of NGOs (Non-Governmental Organisations)
- Members of Women Neighbourhood Groups and Self Help Groups (SHGs)
Honorarium
| Post | Honorarium |
|---|---|
| Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) / Adhikar Mitra | Rs. 750 per day (for days of service) |
Important: The PLV position is voluntary in nature. It does not provide the status of a government employee, regular employment, or permanent appointment. The honorarium is paid for days of active service as a Para Legal Volunteer.
Role of a Para Legal Volunteer
Para Legal Volunteers assist the District Legal Services Authority and Taluka Legal Services Committees in:
- Spreading legal awareness among communities, especially in rural and remote areas
- Helping eligible beneficiaries access legal aid services
- Assisting in the identification of persons eligible for free legal aid
- Supporting Lok Adalat proceedings and legal services camps
- Acting as a bridge between the legal services authority and the community
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – Application Submission and Scrutiny | Applications submitted offline are screened for eligibility as per the notification |
| Stage 2 – Shortlisting | Eligible candidates shortlisted based on qualification, social service background, communication skills and suitability for PLV work |
| Stage 3 – Selection by Committee | Final selection by the authorized selection committee of DLSA Gadchiroli / respective TLSC |
There is no written examination. Selection is based on overall suitability as assessed by the selection committee.
How to Apply for DLSA Gadchiroli PLV Recruitment 2026
- Download the official notification and prescribed application form from the DLSA Gadchiroli website – Click Here
- Alternatively, collect the application form from the concerned DLSA / TLSC office.
- Fill in all required personal, educational and background details in the application form.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents.
- Submit the completed application to the concerned DLSA or TLSC office corresponding to your area of residence, before 13 August 2026 at 05:00 PM.
Submit to the correct office matching your area of residence:
- Gadchiroli / Gadchiroli Taluka residents: DLSA, Gadchiroli
- Aheri / Etapalli / Bhamragad residents: TLSC, Aheri
- Armori residents: TLSC, Armori
- Chamorshi / Mulchera residents: TLSC, Chamorshi
- Desaiganj residents: TLSC, Desaiganj
- Dhanora residents: TLSC, Dhanora
- Kurkheda / Korchi residents: TLSC, Kurkheda
- Sironcha residents: TLSC, Sironcha
Documents Required
- Educational qualification certificates (Class 10 and above)
- Residential proof / domicile certificate for the relevant taluka/area
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or any other valid government ID)
- Relevant experience or social service certificates (if applicable)
- Certificate of membership (for NGO members, SHG members, etc.), if applicable
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC), if applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted offline only to the concerned DLSA / TLSC office – no online application mode is available.
- The deadline is 13 August 2026 at 05:00 PM – applications received after this time will not be accepted.
- This is a voluntary engagement – selected PLVs are not government employees. Do not confuse it with a regular permanent appointment.
- Candidates with higher qualifications and social service experience will be given preference in selection.
- A residential certificate for the concerned working area is mandatory – applying to an office outside your area of residence may lead to rejection.
- Monitor gadchiroli.dcourts.gov.in for any updates, corrigenda or selected candidate list after the selection process.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| DLSA Gadchiroli PLV Recruitment 2026 – Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| DLSA Gadchiroli Official Website | Click Here |
DLSA Gadchiroli PLV Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is DLSA Gadchiroli PLV Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is a recruitment drive by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Gadchiroli, Maharashtra for the selection of 450 Para Legal Volunteers (PLV) / Adhikar Mitra to assist in legal awareness and legal service activities across DLSA Gadchiroli and 7 Taluka Legal Services Committees. It is a voluntary social service engagement, not a regular government job.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for DLSA Gadchiroli PLV Recruitment 2026?
✅ The last date to submit the offline application is 13 August 2026 at 05:00 PM. Applications must be physically submitted to the concerned DLSA or TLSC office before this time.
Q3. Is this a regular government job?
✅ No. The Para Legal Volunteer position is a voluntary social service engagement. Selected candidates do not acquire the status of a government employee and are not in regular employment. They receive an honorarium of Rs. 750 per day for days of service.
Q4. What is the minimum qualification required?
✅ Candidates must have passed Class 10 (SSC) or equivalent. Higher qualifications (12th, graduation, law degree, etc.) will be given preference in selection.
Q5. Who can apply for DLSA Gadchiroli PLV Recruitment 2026?
✅ Any person who is a resident of the concerned working area and has passed at least Class 10. Particularly encouraged are teachers (serving/retired), retired government employees, senior citizens, MSW students, Anganwadi workers, doctors, law students, NGO members, and Women Neighbourhood Group / SHG members.
Q6. What is the honorarium for a Para Legal Volunteer?
✅ Selected PLVs receive an honorarium of Rs. 750 per day for days of actual service as a Para Legal Volunteer.
Q7. How are candidates selected?
✅ There is no written examination. Selection is through application scrutiny, shortlisting based on qualification, social service background and communication skills, followed by evaluation by the authorized selection committee of the respective DLSA or TLSC.
Q8. How many offices have vacancies and how many posts does each have?
✅ 8 offices – DLSA Gadchiroli has 100 posts; the 7 TLSCs (Aheri, Armori, Chamorshi, Desaiganj, Dhanora, Kurkheda and Sironcha) have 50 posts each, totalling 450.
Q9. Is there a residential condition for applying?
✅ Yes. Applicants must be residents of the working area of the DLSA or TLSC they are applying to. For example, residents of Aheri, Etapalli and Bhamragad must apply to TLSC Aheri; Kurkheda and Korchi residents must apply to TLSC Kurkheda. Applying to an office outside your area may result in rejection.
Q10. What role does a Para Legal Volunteer play?
✅ PLVs assist in spreading legal awareness in their community, help identify beneficiaries eligible for free legal aid, support Lok Adalat proceedings and legal services camps, and act as a link between the DLSA/TLSC and the local community – especially in rural and remote areas of Gadchiroli district.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official DLSA Gadchiroli Para Legal Volunteer Recruitment 2026 notification dated 05 August 2026, issued by the District Legal Services Authority, Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, as available on the official DLSA Gadchiroli website gadchiroli.dcourts.gov.in. This is a voluntary social service engagement and not a regular government job. Candidates are advised to download the official notification PDF from gadchiroli.dcourts.gov.in, verify all eligibility conditions and submit their offline application to the correct DLSA/TLSC office before 13 August 2026 at 05:00 PM. All links above lead only to official government portals.
