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Meghalaya High Court Legal Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 1 Vacancy

The High Court of Meghalaya has invited online applications from Indian citizens for one Legal Assistant post in the High Court Legal Services Committee at Shillong. Law graduates meeting the prescribed age conditions can apply online before the closing date.

Latest Update: Advertisement No. HCM.II/109/2020-Rect/54 was issued on 24 September 2026. The online application deadline is 24 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Application Alert: Applications must be submitted through the online facility available on the High Court of Meghalaya website. Applications sent through any other mode will not be accepted.

Recruitment Overview

Recruiting AuthorityHigh Court of Meghalaya
CommitteeHigh Court Legal Services Committee
Post NameLegal Assistant
Total Vacancies1
CategoryUnreserved
Duty StationHigh Court of Meghalaya, Shillong
Advertisement NumberHCM.II/109/2020-Rect/54
Advertisement Date24 September 2026
Application ModeOnline only

Important Dates

Notification Date24 September 2026
Last Date to Apply24 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM
Cash Fee PaymentPayment through SBI eChallan must be completed within three days from the application closing date
Written Examination or Interview DateNot announced

Vacancy Details

Legal Assistant 1 unreserved vacancy

Salary and Pay Level

Pay MatrixLevel 14 of the Fifth Meghalaya Pay Matrix
Pay Mentioned in Notification₹43,700

Age Limit

General CategoryMaximum 32 years
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled TribeMaximum 37 years
Age Calculation DateThe advertisement does not separately specify an age-calculation date

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university.

Experience

Candidates having at least three years of experience in the field of legal aid or legal services will be preferred. The notification presents this experience as a preference.

Application Fee

General Applicants₹400
SC/ST Applicants₹200
RefundThe fee, once deposited, will not be refunded or adjusted for another purpose

Available Payment Methods

  • SBI ATM-cum-Debit Card.
  • SBI Net Banking for SBI account holders.
  • Cash payment at an SBI branch using the generated eChallan.

Job Responsibilities

  • Engage with applicants seeking legal aid or legal services.
  • Track applications submitted by convicts and maintain the required database.
  • Prepare case notes and monitor cases in which convictions were upheld by the High Court.
  • Collect documents and information needed for filing appeals before the Supreme Court or High Court.
  • Coordinate with panel lawyers, District Legal Services Authorities, jail authorities and beneficiaries.
  • Follow up on compliance with directions of the Supreme Court.
  • Process matters connected with Lok Adalats.
  • Provide administrative, establishment, procurement, accounts and clerical support when required.

Selection Process

The advertisement refers to attendance at a written examination or personal interview but does not publish a detailed stage-wise selection scheme. The High Court will communicate recruitment information to candidates through online mode.

Exam Pattern

Not announced. The official advertisement does not state the subjects, marks, duration or qualifying standard for any written examination.

Documents Required

The advertisement does not publish a separate document checklist. Applicants should follow the instructions displayed during online registration and keep their law degree, identity proof, category certificate where applicable, experience documents, photograph and signature ready.

Only documents specifically requested by the official application portal should be uploaded. Candidates should not submit an offline application.

How to Apply Online

  1. Open the official High Court of Meghalaya website using the link below.
  2. Select the Online Application icon on the official website.
  3. Complete the one-time registration process if applying through the portal for the first time.
  4. Existing registered candidates can log in directly.
  5. Select the Legal Assistant advertisement bearing No. HCM.II/109/2020-Rect/54.
  6. Enter the required personal, educational, contact and experience details carefully.
  7. Upload the documents requested by the application portal.
  8. Pay the applicable fee through the available SBI payment method.
  9. Submit the application by 24 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
  10. Save the submitted application and payment receipt for reference.

Important Links

Download Official Legal Assistant Advertisement PDF Open Official Recruitment Notice Page Open Official Website and Online Application

Important Instructions

  • Enter a correct email address and mobile number because communication will be made online.
  • Applications received through any mode other than online will not be accepted.
  • No travelling or daily allowance will be paid for attending the written examination or interview.
  • The recruitment process may be cancelled without assigning a reason.
  • The Chief Justice reserves the right to relax conditions mentioned in the advertisement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Legal Assistant vacancies are available?

One unreserved Legal Assistant vacancy has been announced.

What is the last date to apply?

The online application must be submitted by 24 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

What qualification is required?

A Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university is required.

Is previous experience compulsory?

The notification says candidates with at least three years of experience in legal aid or legal services will be preferred.

What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹400 for general applicants and ₹200 for SC/ST applicants.

What is the pay for the Legal Assistant post?

The post carries Level 14 of the Fifth Meghalaya Pay Matrix, with ₹43,700 stated in the advertisement.

Can the application be submitted offline?

No. The High Court has directed candidates to apply strictly through online mode.

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