DLSA Dima Hasao PLV Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 20 Posts

District Legal Services Authority Dima Hasao has released an official recruitment advertisement for 20 Para Legal Volunteer vacancies. Candidates having a minimum educational qualification of HSLC and a mindset to serve society can apply offline. Eligible candidates must submit their application in the prescribed Standard Form before 03 October 2026.

DLSA Dima Hasao PLV Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

DLSA Dima Hasao PLV Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

DLSA Dima Hasao PLV Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria

Vacancy Breakdown

Educational Qualification (as on 18 September 2026)

• Minimum Qualification: Candidates must have passed the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC / 10th standard) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or Council.
• Social Aptitude: Applicants should have the capacity for overall comprehension and possess a mindset to assist the needy in society, coupled with compassion, empathy, and concern for the betterment of marginalized and weaker sections.
• Eligible Target Groups:
  Applicants must be Indian citizens and local residents of Dima Hasao district from any of the following categories:
  
  1. Teachers (including retired teachers)
  2. Retired Government Servants and Senior Citizens
  3. Students and Teachers of Master of Social Work (MSW)
  4. Anganwadi workers
  5. Doctors and Physicians
  6. Students and Law Students (till they enroll as advocates)
  7. Members of non-political, service-oriented NGOs and clubs
  8. Members of Women Neighborhood Groups, Maithri Sangrams, and other Self-Help Groups (SHGs) including marginalized and vulnerable groups
  9. Any active Social Worker
  10. Persons from a Defense Background (Ex-servicemen)

Age Limit & Relaxations (as on 18 September 2026)

• Minimum Age Benchmark: Candidates must not be less than 18 years of age as on 18 September 2026 (the date of publication of the official advertisement).
• Upper Age Benchmark: No maximum age ceiling is stipulated in the official advertisement. Senior citizens and retired government personnel are eligible to apply.
• Proof of Age: Date of birth will be authenticated against the HSLC admit card, matriculation certificate, or a valid birth certificate issued by a competent municipal authority.

DLSA Dima Hasao PLV Salary Structure & Application Fee

Honorarium & Service Terms

• Voluntary Service Nature: The engagement of a Para Legal Volunteer is purely voluntary and contractual. It does not confer any right to regular government appointment, and the post carries no permanent pay scale, regular salary, or wage.
• Honorarium: Selected PLVs receive a daily honorarium for their days of assigned work or field deployment as fixed by the Assam State Legal Services Authority (ASLSA) under NALSA guidelines.
• Travel Allowances: No TA or DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview or subsequent training sessions.

Application Fee by Category

There is no application fee for any candidate applying for this recruitment.

DLSA Dima Hasao PLV Selection Process

The selection process for Para Legal Volunteers under DLSA Dima Hasao consists of the following structured stages:

1. Application Screening: Verification of submitted Standard Forms to ensure candidates meet the minimum HSLC qualification, reside within Dima Hasao district, and belong to the designated target categories.
2. Shortlisting: The District Legal Services Authority screens all valid forms and publishes the list of shortlisted applicants eligible for interview on the official website.
3. Viva-Voce / Personal Interview: Shortlisted applicants appear before the Selection Board. The interview assesses general comprehension, social motivation, communication skills, and willingness to work with weaker sections of society.
4. Document Verification: On-site verification of original HSLC credentials, age proof documents, photo identity cards, and category testimonials during the interview stage.
5. Mandatory Training Programme: Candidates recommended by the Selection Committee must complete a specialized PLV training programme organized by the DLSA before active deployment in legal aid clinics, front offices, or community legal camps.

How to Apply Offline for DLSA Dima Hasao PLV Recruitment 2026

Candidates must complete their application offline using the following step-by-step instructions:

1. Obtain the standard application form prescribed in the Assam Gazette Part-IX.
2. Fill in all required fields accurately, including applicant name, father or husband name, date of birth, permanent address, contact phone number, educational details, and designated applicant category.
3. Affix two recent passport-size photographs: paste one in the photograph space on the application form and attach the other securely.
4. Enclose self-attested photocopies of the following documents:
   • HSLC Admit Card or Birth Certificate (for date of birth verification).
   • HSLC Marksheet and Pass Certificate.
   • Higher educational certificates (if applicable).
   • Certificate or proof of belonging to one of the eligible categories (SHG, Ex-servicemen, Social Work, NGO, etc.).
   • Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Driving License).
5. Place the completed application form and all self-attested photocopies into a secure envelope.
6. Superscribe on the top of the envelope in bold letters: "FOR THE POST OF PARA LEGAL VOLUNTEER".
7. Submit the sealed envelope via either of the following two modes:
   • Mode 1 (Drop Box): Deposit the envelope into the designated "DROP BOX FOR THE POST OF PLV" located on the ground floor of the District Court Building at Jatinga, Haflong, Dima Hasao.
   • Mode 2 (Postal Dispatch): Send the envelope through Registered Post or Speed Post addressed to:
     
     The District & Sessions Judge-cum-Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Dima Hasao, P.O & P.S Haflong, Pin - 788819.
8. Ensure the application envelope is deposited in the drop box or reaches the DLSA office on or before 03 October 2026 by 05:00 PM. Applications received after the cutoff time or without required documents will be rejected.

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