The Adjudicatory Board for Major Ports (ABMP), a powerful quasi-judicial body constituted under the Major Port Authorities Act, 2021, has released a notification for the recruitment of legal professionals.

Operating with powers similar to a civil court to handle regulatory matters and disputes related to India’s major ports, the ABMP is inviting applications for the position of Law Research Associate (LRA) on a contractual basis. This is a stellar opportunity for law graduates to gain high-level quasi-judicial experience.

Vacancy Overview: LRA Placement Locations

Post Name	Job Location	Total Vacancies
Law Research Associate	Ahmedabad	01
Law Research Associate	Mumbai	02

Salary & Remuneration

Selected candidates will receive a highly competitive, consolidated remuneration of ₹65,000/- per month.

Eligibility Criteria & Required Skills

To be eligible for the LRA position, applicants must meet the following educational and professional criteria:

• Age Limit: 21 to 35 Years.
• Educational Qualification: A recognized Graduate degree in Law (3-year LLB or 5-year integrated course) with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.
• Academic Record: Candidates must have passed all examinations within the standard duration of their course.
• Bar Council Status: The degree must be recognized by the Bar Council of India for admission as an Advocate or Attorney.
• Technical & Research Skills:
  • Good knowledge of computer operations and MS Office.
  • Strong research, analytical, and writing abilities.
  • Proficiency in retrieving case laws from legal databases such as eSCR, Manupatra, SCC Online, and CaseMine.

Desirable Experience

While freshers with strong research skills may apply, candidates possessing 3 years of experience in judicial or legal work within the Supreme Court, High Courts, or other Tribunals/Courts will be given preference.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply Online: 03rd May 2026

Important Links

Notification PDF	Notification
Application Link	Official Website
JurisLink Whatsapp Group	Click Here

How to Apply for ABMP Law Research Associate 2026

Eligible candidates must submit their applications exclusively through the official online portal.

1. Access the official ABMP online application link.
2. Fill in the application form accurately with your personal, educational, and experience details.
3. Upload any required supporting documents, including your LLB mark sheets and experience certificates (if claiming the desirable 3-year experience).
4. Submit the final application form and retain a digital or printed copy for your records.

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