The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India’s premier statutory body responsible for the promotion and protection of human rights, has opened its online application window for the engagement of Young Professionals.

Selected candidates will be designated as Legal Research Consultants (LRC) and will work on a contractual basis at the NHRC headquarters in New Delhi. This is an exceptional opportunity for bright, young law graduates to gain high-level exposure to human rights jurisprudence, policy analysis, and legal research on a national scale.

Vacancy Overview

Post Name	Total Vacancies	Job Location	Maximum Age Limit
Legal Research Consultant (Young Professional)	Varies (As per requirement)	New Delhi	Below 32 Years (as on date of advertisement)

(Note: The initial engagement is for a period of 2 years, which is extendable up to a maximum of 5 years based on the candidate’s performance and the Commission’s requirements).

Eligibility Criteria

The NHRC has set a high academic bar for this recruitment. Candidates must ensure they meet the following strict criteria:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a reputed Law School/College with a minimum of 70% marks or an equivalent grade.
• Age Limit: Must be below 32 years of age as of the date of the advertisement (29th April 2026).

Remuneration Structure

Unlike standard salaried positions, this role features a unit-based payment structure:

• Payment Rate: ₹100 per unit of work completed.
• Maximum Cap: Consultants can earn up to a maximum of ₹75,000/- per month.

Selection Process

The NHRC will employ a multi-tier selection process to identify the best candidates:

1. Screening: Initial evaluation of applications by a Screening Committee based on academic excellence (focusing on the 70% threshold) and relevant background.
2. Shortlisting: Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for the next round.
3. Personal Interview: A comprehensive interview conducted by a Selection Committee to assess the candidate’s legal knowledge, research acumen, and understanding of human rights issues.

Application Fee

• Application Fee: NIL (No application fee is required for this recruitment drive).

Important Dates

• Date of Notification: 29th April 2026
• Last Date for Online Application: 29th May 2026

Important Links

NHRC Young Professional Detailed Notification PDF	Click Here
NHRC Guidelines PDF	Click Here
NHRC Young Professional Apply Online Link	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
JurisLink Whatsapp Group	Click Here

How to Apply for NHRC Young Professional 2026

Eligible law graduates must submit their applications exclusively through the official NHRC recruitment portal.

1. Visit the official NHRC candidate registration portal: https://hrcnet.nic.in/job/candidate/Register.aspx
2. Register by providing a valid email ID and active mobile number.
3. Log in and meticulously fill out the online application form with your personal details and academic qualifications (ensure your LLB percentage is accurately reflected).
4. Upload all necessary scanned documents, including your degree, mark sheets, and age proof.
5. Submit the application on or before the deadline of 29th May 2026.
6. Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference and for the interview stage.

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