The Directorate of Enforcement has released an official advertisement inviting applications for the engagement of Legal Consultants on a short-term contract basis. The recruitment is for deployment at various offices of the Directorate of Enforcement across India.
A total of 75 vacancies have been notified for the post of Legal Consultant. Eligible candidates with a law background can apply through offline mode by submitting their applications within the prescribed timeline. Important details related to eligibility, age limit, salary, and application process are given below.
Overview of Directorate of Enforcement Recruitment 2025
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Directorate of Enforcement, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | Leg-12/129/2025-Legal-HO |
| Post Name | Legal Consultant |
| No. of Posts | 75 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Contractual |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting and Interview |
All important information related to this recruitment is explained further in this article.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 09 December 2025 |
| Start Date of Application | 09 December 2025 |
| Last Date of Application | 30 December 2025 |
Vacancy Details of Directorate of Enforcement Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Legal Consultant | 75 |
The number of vacancies may vary at the time of final selection.
Eligibility Criteria of Legal Consultant Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Consultant | Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a National Law School or a recognized University. Minimum 3 years experience at Bar or Court dealing with Criminal and Fiscal Law | Not more than 35 years |
Candidates must submit an experience certificate issued by the Bar Association. Candidates holding an LLM degree may be given additional weightage.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be paid a consolidated fee of Rs. 80,000 per month. An annual increment of up to 10 percent may be allowed based on performance appraisal.
Tenure and Selection Process
The initial tenure of engagement is three years, renewable annually, and extendable up to five years based on performance and official requirements. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview through their registered email address.
Directorate of Enforcement Official Notification & Apply Details
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Website: enforcementdirectorate.gov.in
Mode of Application: Offline
Applications along with supporting documents must be sent to the designated email address mentioned in the notification within 21 days from publication.