Job Description:
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited applications for the post of Assistant Legal Adviser (ALA) in the Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India. The position involves providing legal advice to government departments, handling litigation matters, appearing before courts on behalf of the Central Government, and performing related administrative functions.
Details:
• Post: Assistant Legal Adviser (ALA)
• Organisation: Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance
• Recruiting Authority: UPSC
• Advertisement No.: 06/2026
• Vacancy No.: 26060645213
• Total Vacancies: 12
• Headquarters: New Delhi (All India Service Liability)
• Service: General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
• Probation: 1 Year
• Pay Scale: Level-11 of Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
Category-wise Vacancies:
• UR – 06
• EWS – 01
• OBC – 03
• SC – 01
• ST – 01
• PwBD – 01
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide legal advice to Ministries and Departments of the Government of India
• Handle government litigation matters
• Appear before courts on behalf of the Central Government whenever required
• Perform administrative and other assigned duties
Eligibility Criteria:
Option 1:
• Degree in Law from a recognized University/Institution
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Advocate dealing with criminal laws or fiscal laws
OR
Option 2:
• Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M.) from a recognized University/Institution
• Minimum 1 year experience as an Advocate dealing with criminal laws or fiscal laws
Age Limit:
• UR/EWS: 40 Years
• OBC: 43 Years
• SC/ST: 45 Years
• Additional relaxation of up to 10 years for eligible PwBD candidates
What This Offers:
• Group ‘A’ Gazetted Government Position
• Attractive Level-11 Pay Scale under 7th CPC
• Litigation and advisory exposure in one of India’s premier investigative agencies
• Opportunity to represent the Central Government in courts and tribunals
• Long-term career growth in public service
Application Process:
• Applications must be submitted online through UPSC.
• Last Date to Apply: 03 July 2026
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