The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), West Karbi Anglong, Hamren, Assam has notified 20 Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) posts. This is a community-service role, not a salaried government job. Applicants receive only an honorarium fixed by the DLSA. Only residents of West Karbi Anglong district are eligible. Submit your application by post or in person before 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Important Note
1. This is not a salaried post. PLVs receive only an honorarium fixed by the DLSA from time to time. Do not apply expecting a regular salary or wage.
2. Only Indian citizens who are residents of the West Karbi Anglong district are eligible. Candidates from other districts cannot apply.
3. No individual call letters will be issued for the interview. The shortlist and interview date will be published on westkarbianglong.dcourts.gov.in. Keep checking that website.
DLSA West Karbi Anglong PLV Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), West Karbi Anglong, Hamren |
| Post Name | Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline (by post or in person) |
| Application Start | 12 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Pay | Honorarium fixed by DLSA (no salary, remuneration or wage) |
| Qualification | Matriculation (10th) pass |
| Age | Minimum 18 years as on 12 October 2026 |
| Job Location | West Karbi Anglong district, Assam |
| Selection | Application scrutiny followed by interview of shortlisted candidates |
| Official Website | westkarbianglong.dcourts.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification published | 12 October 2026 |
| Application start | 12 October 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Interview date | To be notified on westkarbianglong.dcourts.gov.in |
Vacancy
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) | 20 |
Eligibility
Qualification
Passed Matriculation (10th standard) with the capacity for overall comprehension and a mindset to assist the needy in society with compassion, empathy and concern for the upliftment of marginalised and weaker sections.
Citizenship and Residency
Must be a citizen of India and a resident of the West Karbi Anglong district.
Age
Minimum 18 years as on 12 October 2026. No upper age limit is mentioned in the notification.
Eligible Groups
The notification specifies the following groups as eligible to apply: teachers (including retired teachers), retired government servants and senior citizens, MSW students and teachers, Anganwadi workers, doctors and physicians, students and law students (until they enrol as lawyers), members of non-political service-oriented NGOs and clubs, members of women neighbourhood groups, Maithri Singhams and other self-help groups including marginalised or vulnerable groups, educated prisoners with good behaviour serving long-term sentences, or any other person the DLSA deems fit.
Pay
PLV work does not carry any salary, remuneration or wage. Engaged PLVs receive only an honorarium fixed by the District Legal Services Authority from time to time.
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications received
- Interview of shortlisted candidates
The shortlist, interview date and further selection information will be published on westkarbianglong.dcourts.gov.in. No individual call letters will be sent.
How to Apply Offline
- Write your application on plain paper or obtain the application format, if any, from the DLSA office.
- Attach self-attested copies of your educational qualification certificates, age proof and caste certificate.
- Attach two recent passport-size photographs — paste one on the application form and staple the other on top.
- Write your phone number (preferably WhatsApp) and email address clearly on the application.
- Send by post or submit in person to the address below before 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Address:
Office of the District Legal Services Authority, West Karbi Anglong
Judicial Courts & Offices Compound, Sai-Ali
Hamren, Pin – 782486, Assam
The authority will not be responsible for any postal delays. Submit well in advance.
Documents to Enclose
- Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates
- Age proof certificate
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs (one pasted on the application, one stapled on top)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
What is a Para Legal Volunteer (PLV)?
A PLV is a community volunteer engaged by the District Legal Services Authority to assist in spreading legal awareness and helping marginalised people access legal aid. It is a volunteer role, not a regular government job.
Is there a salary for DLSA West Karbi Anglong PLV posts?
No. PLVs receive only an honorarium fixed by the DLSA from time to time. There is no regular salary, remuneration or wage.
Who can apply for DLSA West Karbi Anglong PLV Recruitment 2026?
Indian citizens who are residents of West Karbi Anglong district, have passed Matriculation, are at least 18 years old as on 12 October 2026, and belong to one of the specified eligible groups can apply.
What is the last date to apply?
30 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
How will I know if I am shortlisted for the interview?
The shortlist and interview date will be published on westkarbianglong.dcourts.gov.in. No individual call letters are issued.
Can I apply online?
No. Applications must be submitted offline by post or in person to the DLSA office in Hamren.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the DLSA West Karbi Anglong Para Legal Volunteer recruitment notification dated 12 October 2026, available at westkarbianglong.dcourts.gov.in. No upper age limit, category-wise vacancy or honorarium amount is mentioned in the notification. Check the official website for the interview schedule. JobShouter is not associated with the District Legal Services Authority, West Karbi Anglong. This article is for informational purposes only.
