The Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), functioning under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, has released an official circular inviting applications for the engagement of Law Officers on a contract basis. A total of 03 Law Officer posts will be filled initially for a period of three years at the Indian Bureau of Mines Headquarters, Nagpur.
Eligible candidates possessing the required law qualifications and professional experience are invited to submit their applications in the prescribed format along with supporting documents. Applications must be submitted via email followed by hard copy submission within the prescribed time limit.
Overview of Indian Bureau of Mines Law Officer Recruitment 2026
| Organization Name | Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) |
| Post Name | Law Officer |
| Total Posts | 03 |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Contract Duration | Initially 3 Years (Extendable up to 1 Year) |
| Application Mode | Email followed by Hard Copy Submission |
| Monthly Remuneration | Rs. 70,000/- |
| Age Limit | Not more than 40 Years |
| Place of Work | Indian Bureau of Mines Headquarters, Nagpur |
| Official Circular Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 15 Days from Date of Issue of Circular |
The recruitment process will be carried out on a contractual basis, and candidates will be selected through shortlisting followed by an interview conducted by the competent authority.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 15 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | Within 15 Days from 15 April 2026 |
Candidates are advised to complete both email and postal submission within the specified deadline to avoid rejection of their application.
Post Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
| Law Officer | 03 |
These positions are purely contractual and do not provide any right to permanent employment in the Indian Bureau of Mines.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for Law Officer posts must meet the educational qualification and experience requirements mentioned below.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess:
- Full-time three-year Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) OR
- Five-year Integrated LLB Degree
- Minimum 50% marks or equivalent CGPA
- Degree must be from a Bar Council of India recognized institute, college, or university
Additionally:
- Candidates must be registered as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India or State Bar Council under the Advocates Act, 1961.
Professional Experience
Applicants must have:
- Minimum 3 years of practice as an Advocate before any Court of Law in India
- Minimum 2 years of working experience as a legal professional with:
- PSU
- Government Department
- Large Private Organization
Candidates should also have:
- Experience in Civil Matters before Courts
- Knowledge of Arbitration, Labour Laws, and Company Law
- Experience in drafting petitions, affidavits, appeals, contracts, and legal agreements
Preferred Experience
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
- Experience in Supreme Court or High Court matters
- Experience related to Mines and Minerals Industry
- Experience working with Mining PSUs or Government Departments
Additional Skills Required
Candidates should possess:
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint
Age Limit
| Maximum Age Limit | Not more than 40 Years |
Age eligibility will be calculated as per the last date of application submission.
Salary Details
| Monthly Remuneration | Rs. 70,000/- (Consolidated) |
| Allowances | No additional allowances admissible |
The remuneration includes all components and is subject to mandatory deductions as per applicable laws. No Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, medical reimbursement, or similar benefits will be provided.
Contract Duration
The engagement will be:
- Initially for 3 years
- Extendable for a maximum of 1 additional year
- Extension depends on performance evaluation and departmental requirement
Candidates leaving before completing six months will not receive an experience certificate.
Selection Procedure
The selection process will involve the following stages:
- Shortlisting of applications based on qualification and experience
- Interview conducted by the competent authority
- Final selection based on performance in interview
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Place of Posting
| Work Location | Indian Bureau of Mines Headquarters, Nagpur |
All selected candidates will be posted at IBM Headquarters.
How to Apply for Indian Bureau of Mines Law Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must follow the application process carefully.
- Download the application format (Annexure-II).
- Fill in all personal, educational, and experience details.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents.
- Send scanned application via email.
- Send hard copy of application via post to the official address.
Application Submission Address
Applications should be addressed to:
Controller of Mines (Planning and Coordination)
Block ‘A’, 1st Floor
Indira Bhawan
Civil Lines
Nagpur – 440001
Email ID: ho-office@ibm.gov.in
Both email and hard copy submission are mandatory. Applications submitted only via email without hard copy will not be considered.
Documents Required
Candidates must attach the following documents:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Experience certificates
- Bar Council enrollment certificate
- All India Bar Examination (AIBE) certificate (if available)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Any other supporting documents
All documents must be self-attested.
Official Notification
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Website: https://ibm.gov.in/