District Legal Services Authority, Gaya (DLSA Gaya) has announced 55 vacancies for Panel Lawyer (District Legal Services Authority, Gaya) and Panel Lawyer (Sub-divisional Legal Services Committee, Sherghati) posts on a contract basis. Candidates applying must be citizens of India and residents of Gaya. Eligible applicants can submit the offline application form by hand from 15 October 2026 to 5 November 2026 by 5:00 PM on working days at the office of the Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Gaya. The recruitment notification carries advertisement number 02/2024 for these positions.
DLSA Gaya Panel Lawyer Recruitment 2026 Overview
The District Legal Services Authority, Gaya has issued advertisement number 02/2024 to invite applications from eligible advocates for panel lawyer positions at DLSA Gaya and the Sub-divisional Legal Services Committee, Sherghati.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | District Legal Services Authority, Gaya (DLSA Gaya) |
| Recruitment or Exam Name | DLSA Gaya Panel Lawyer Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2024 |
| Post Names | Panel Lawyer (District Legal Services Authority, Gaya) and Panel Lawyer (Sub-divisional Legal Services Committee, Sherghati) |
| Total Vacancies | 55 Posts |
| Departments | District Legal Services Authority, Gaya and Sub-divisional Legal Services Committee, Sherghati |
| Qualification | Active membership in Bar Association/Sub-divisional Bar Association Sherghati with over 3 years of legal practice experience |
| Other Requirement | Active membership of Bihar State Bar Council and local bar association / sub-divisional bar association Sherghati |
| Application Mode | Offline (Hand delivery) |
| Application Dates | 15 October 2026 to 5 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Selection Process | Not stated in the notice |
| Job Location | Gaya and Sherghati, Bihar |
| Official Website | https://gaya.dcourts.gov.in |
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DLSA Gaya Panel Lawyer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 5 November 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Examination Date | To be notified |
DLSA Gaya Panel Lawyer Vacancy 2026
There are a total of 55 vacancies distributed across DLSA Gaya and the Sub-divisional Legal Services Committee, Sherghati.
| Post Name | Location / Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Lawyer | District Legal Services Authority, Gaya | 30 |
| Panel Lawyer | Sub-divisional Legal Services Committee, Sherghati | 25 |
| Total | - | 55 |
DLSA Gaya Panel Lawyer Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Panel Lawyer | Must be a citizen of India and a resident of Gaya, an active member of the Bar Association / Sub-divisional Bar Association Sherghati, possess more than 3 years of experience in legal practice, and have an interest in legal service work. |
- Must possess good character and be physically and mentally sound.
- Must not have any registered or pending criminal case, must not have been convicted in any criminal case, and must not have been barred from holding any responsible office by a competent court or authority.
- Must hold membership certificate from the Bihar State Bar Council and District Bar Association / Sub-divisional Bar Association.
How to Apply for DLSA Gaya Panel Lawyer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website at https://gaya.dcourts.gov.in or the notice board of the civil court, Gaya to download the application form format.
- Fill out the application form carefully with all required personal and professional details.
- Attach self-attested passport-size photographs and required enclosures, including your Bihar State Bar Council and Bar Association membership certificate.
- Attach an affidavit if applicable detailing any criminal record status as required under terms.
- Submit the completed application form by hand at the office of the Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Gaya (located at Old Commissioner Building, near Guest House, Gaya, Pin - 823001) or to the Secretary, Sub-divisional Legal Services Committee at the Sub-divisional Civil Court, Sherghati.
- Ensure the application is handed over on any working day between 15 October 2026 and 5 November 2026 by 5:00 PM.
DLSA Gaya Panel Lawyer Important Instructions
- Advocates who have already submitted their applications in response to the previously published advertisement number 02/2024 need not apply again.
- Applications must be submitted strictly by hand within the stipulated deadline; postal or other modes are not indicated for submission.
- Applicants must ensure they enclose proof of membership of the Bar Council and Bar Association.
- Any applicant involved in an active criminal matter or previously convicted must disclose details along with an affidavit.
- Applications received after 5 November 2026 at 5:00 PM will not be accepted.