The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare that regulates food safety and standards across the country, has announced recruitment for the post of Legal Consultant. There are 3 vacancies in total, and the engagement is on a contract basis at the authority's headquarters in New Delhi. The role involves handling court cases, drafting legal documents and advising the authority on legal matters.
FSSAI Legal Consultant Recruitment 2026
Posted 08 Oct 2026Updated 08 Oct 202601/2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
22 Oct
4 days left
Apply Mode
Online
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Status
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Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 22 Oct 2026 · 4 days left
- Notification08 Oct
- Applications Opentill 22 Oct
About FSSAI Legal Consultant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
- Advertisement No.
- 01/2026
- Post Name
- Legal Consultant
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Indian nationals)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 58 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Not less than 5 years of experience in legal matters
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 70,000/- per month (Fixed Consolidated Remuneration)
- Tenure
- Initially one year from the date of engagement, extendable annually based on performance and functional requirement for 1+1+1 years, subject to a maximum of three years
- Notice Period
- One month
Vacancy Breakdown
Legal Consultant
3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Legal Consultant | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Legal Consultant - Qualification and Experience
A Bachelor's Degree in Law on regular basis from a recognised University established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, or a State Act, or any institution for higher education deemed to be a university by the Central Government or any other institution or foreign University approved by the Central Government, with not less than 5 years of experience in legal matters. A degree obtained through Open University/Distance Education mode will not be considered. Candidates who do not possess the required essential educational qualification and experience on the last date of submission of the application will not be considered. The candidate should have working knowledge of MS Office, Internet applications and other relevant digital tools and resources.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Legal Consultant - Qualification and Experience | A Bachelor's Degree in Law on regular basis from a recognised University established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, or a State Act, or any institution for higher education deemed to be a university by the Central Government or any other institution or foreign University approved by the Central Government, with not less than 5 years of experience in legal matters. A degree obtained through Open University/Distance Education mode will not be considered. Candidates who do not possess the required essential educational qualification and experience on the last date of submission of the application will not be considered. The candidate should have working knowledge of MS Office, Internet applications and other relevant digital tools and resources. |
Age Limit
Not more than 58 years of age as on the last date of submission of the application
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted against the prescribed educational qualification and experience.
- 2Walk-in Interview
Shortlisted candidates are called for a walk-in interview and are informed through e-mail or telephone with at least one week's notice.
Salary Structure
Rs. 70,000/- per month (Fixed Consolidated Remuneration)
Legal Consultant: Rs. 70,000/- per month fixed consolidated remuneration. A 5% annual increment applies only if the contract is extended beyond 01 year from the date of appointment. No separate local allowances, HRA or medical benefits. TA/DA for outstation official travel admissible at the rates applicable at Pay Level 10.
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official FSSAI website at fssai.gov.in and open the jobs section
- 2Click the link for FSSAI Legal Consultant Recruitment 2026
- 3Check that you meet the eligibility criteria before applying
- 4Fill out the online application form with all required details
- 5Upload the necessary documents as requested by FSSAI
- 6Submit the application online on or before 22 October 2026
- 7Keep a printout or digital copy of the submitted application for future reference
Important Details
- The engagement is purely on a contract basis and is temporary
- FSSAI can cancel it at any time without giving reasons, and the contract does not confer any claim to regularisation, permanent absorption, seniority or lien.
- Individual Consultants engaged on a full-time basis are not permitted to take up any other assignment during the consultancy period and must declare before joining that neither previous work nor any existing interest creates a conflict of interest with the FSSAI assignment.
- Police verification will be done as per the latest MHA instructions, and if the verification is negative the contract ceases immediately without notice.
- Physical applications will not be entertained in any case and will be summarily rejected; applications received after the last date or found incomplete are also summarily rejected.
- Candidates must produce the relevant documents in original, or mark sheets and provisional certificate where the original degree has not been awarded, when asked by FSSAI, and it is the candidate's responsibility to prove any course is equivalent to the prescribed qualification.
Terms of Reference
- Handling, monitoring and coordination of pending court cases before various Courts and Tribunals, including preparation of case-related documents and follow-up with stakeholders
- Drafting, vetting and review of Regulations, Agreements, MoUs, Contracts, Tenders, Policies, SOPs, Advisories, Speaking Orders, Petitions, counter-affidavits and other legal documents
- Providing legal interpretation, opinions and advice on Rules, Regulations, statutory provisions, Court Judgments, Orders and other legal matters entrusted by the competent authority
- Drafting legal opinions, counter-affidavits and other pleadings, and coordinating with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Department of Legal Affairs and other authorities
- Verification and scrutiny of professional fee bills submitted by empanelled law firms and advocates
- Preparation of briefing notes and case briefs for the CEO, FSSAI and Law Officers, including ASGs/SG/AG
- Handling other legal assignments entrusted by FSSAI/MoHFW, including research, analysis, drafting and coordination
Working Hours and Leave
Working hours of the Authority are from 9.30 Hrs to 18.00 Hrs. In the exigency of work, Consultants may be required to sit late and attend office on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, with no compensatory leave. Consultants are entitled to 2 days of leave for each completed month, with no accumulation beyond a calendar year on a pro-rata basis; unavailed leave cannot be carried forward. Leave up to one month may be considered without remuneration with the approval of the CEO, FSSAI.
Allowances and Travel
No separate local allowances, HRA or medical benefits are admissible. TA/DA for outstation official travel is admissible at the rates applicable at Pay Level 10. FSSAI may require the Consultant to submit a Statement of Good Health from a registered physician before commencement of work.
Reserve Panel
FSSAI may prepare a reserve panel. If candidates offered the assignment do not join or leave prematurely after joining, the slots would be filled up by candidates in the reserve panel.
Tax Deduction at Source
Income Tax or any other tax liable to be deducted as per prevailing rules will be deducted at source before payment, for which FSSAI will issue TDS Certificate/s. Goods and Service Tax, as applicable, shall be admissible to the Individual Consultants.
Governing Law and Disputes
The engagement is governed by the laws of India and is subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts at Delhi. FSSAI and the Consultant shall use their best efforts to amicably settle any dispute arising out of the contract, and work-related grievances should be processed as per the redressal mechanism established at FSSAI.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a law degree obtained through distance education accepted?
No. A degree obtained through Open University or Distance Education mode will not be considered; the Bachelor's Degree in Law must be on a regular basis.
Can the consultancy contract be extended beyond one year?
Yes. The engagement is initially for one year and may be extended annually on performance evaluation and functional requirement for 1+1+1 years, up to a maximum of three years.
Can a selected Legal Consultant take up another assignment during the engagement?
No. Individual Consultants engaged on a full-time basis are not permitted to take up any other assignment during the consultancy period with FSSAI.
Is there a reserve panel for this recruitment?
Yes. FSSAI may prepare a reserve panel, and slots left by candidates who do not join or leave prematurely may be filled from that panel.
What is the notice period for ending the contract?
In the normal course FSSAI provides one month's notice to the Individual Consultant, and the Consultant can also seek termination of the contract by giving one month's notice to FSSAI.
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