The National Law University and Judicial Academy (NLUJA), based in Guwahati, Assam, invites applications for six Lawyer Fellow positions under its one-year Lawyer Fellowship Programme, run in collaboration with the Azim Premji Foundation. Selected fellows handle legal aid, public interest litigation and rights-based advocacy in assigned districts, mentored by senior practitioners while supporting access to justice across Assam.
NLUJA Recruitment 2026 - Lawyer Fellow Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
6
Last Date
03 Oct
Closed
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Status
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 03 Oct 2026
- Notification23 Sept
- Applications Open23 Sept
- Applications Closed03 Oct
About NLUJA Lawyer Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Law University and Judicial Academy
- Post Name
- Lawyer Fellow
- Job Location
- Guwahati, Assam
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Assam (Currently practising in Assam)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 2 to 5 years of continuous practice as an advocate, as on the last date for applications
- Credentials Required
- Enrolment as an advocate with a State Bar Council
- Tenure
- One year, field-embedded, with in-person intensives at NLUJA, Assam
Vacancy Breakdown
Lawyer Fellow
6
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Lawyer Fellow | 6 |
Eligibility Details
Lawyer Fellow - Eligibility
Enrolled as an advocate with a State Bar Council. 2 to 5 years of continuous practice (minimum 2, maximum 5) as on the last date for applications. Currently practising in Assam. Proven engagement in trial / lower-court litigation, legal aid, or rights-based / community work. Potential to independently manage legal-aid cases and to contribute to systemic legal reform. Capacity and willingness to mentor junior lawyers. Able to commit to the full one-year tenure, including in-person intensive blocks at NLUJA, Assam, and placement in a designated district. Preference will be given to applicants practising in trial and lower courts and those with a demonstrated commitment to public-interest law and community engagement.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Lawyer Fellow - Eligibility | Enrolled as an advocate with a State Bar Council. 2 to 5 years of continuous practice (minimum 2, maximum 5) as on the last date for applications. Currently practising in Assam. Proven engagement in trial / lower-court litigation, legal aid, or rights-based / community work. Potential to independently manage legal-aid cases and to contribute to systemic legal reform. Capacity and willingness to mentor junior lawyers. Able to commit to the full one-year tenure, including in-person intensive blocks at NLUJA, Assam, and placement in a designated district. Preference will be given to applicants practising in trial and lower courts and those with a demonstrated commitment to public-interest law and community engagement. |
Selection Process
- 1Application Submission via Email
Applications are accepted only through the official email ID, with a dossier of case history, writing sample and statement of purpose.
- 2Shortlisting
Shortlisting is based on prior commitment to legal aid, rights-based advocacy or community engagement.
- 3Two-stage Interview
One interview is held online and one in person before a panel of senior advocates, academics and representatives of the Legal Services Authorities.
- 4Final Selection with Waitlist
Final selection of Fellows, with a waitlist maintained in reserve.
Salary Structure
Stipend / financial support and accommodation for in-person blocks, to be paid as per project guidelines.
How to Apply
- 1Prepare a statement of purpose of 500 to 800 words on why you seek the Fellowship and what you hope to achieve.
- 2Prepare an anonymised self-authored writing sample and a short anonymised case history of matters you have handled.
- 3Keep your curriculum vitae, Bar enrolment certificate, law degree, government photo ID and, if applicable, category or disability certificates ready.
- 4Mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- 5Email the complete application and all documents to [email protected] before 03 October 2026.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Statement of purpose (500-800 words)
•Self-authored writing sample (anonymised)
•Short case history of matters handled (anonymised)
•Curriculum vitae
•Bar enrolment certificate
•Law degree
•Government photo ID
•Category or disability certificates if applicable
•Contact details of two referees
Important Details
- The Fellowship is offered by NLUJA, Assam in collaboration with the Azim Premji Foundation.
- Fellows are embedded in a designated district or block and work with the State and District Legal Services Authorities, NGOs and community-based organisations.
- Client confidentiality must be maintained and all client data in writing samples and case histories must be anonymised; misrepresentation leads to disqualification.
- The programme is an equal-opportunity one and applications from women, persons with disabilities and candidates from marginalised communities are especially encouraged.
Representation and Equity
At least 40% of Fellows will be women, and at least 30% will be drawn from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other marginalised backgrounds. Selection also gives attention to geographical balance across districts.
Fellowship Mode and Award
Blended mode: field placement plus periodic in-person blocks and weekly online sessions. Fellows receive a Certificate of Fellowship from NLUJA, Assam, with an end-line impact brief, and an optional letter of recommendation for those completing with distinction.
What Fellows Will Do
- Handle end-to-end casework including legal aid matters, public interest litigation and systemic advocacy under senior mentorship
- Be embedded in a designated district or block, working with the State and District Legal Services Authorities, NGOs and community-based organisations
- Mentor junior advocates and CLE participants and facilitate peer-learning workshops and simulations
- Lead legal-awareness initiatives and rights-based outreach and train paralegals and community volunteers
- Attend periodic in-person intensives at NLUJA, Assam and weekly online sessions on case strategy, advanced topics and project management
What Fellows Receive
- Intensive, structured mentorship from a senior mentor who is a High Court or Senior Advocate
- Exposure to complex casework and a cross-jurisdictional network of practitioners across the North-East
- Advanced workshops and access to NLUJA's academic resources and legal databases during in-person blocks
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-361-2738891
Frequently Asked Questions
Can advocates practising outside Assam apply for the Lawyer Fellowship?
No. Applicants must be currently practising in Assam, and preference is given to those practising in trial and lower courts.
Is the fellowship open to women and candidates from marginalised communities?
Yes. At least 40% of the Fellows will be women and at least 30% will be drawn from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other marginalised backgrounds.
What is the mode of the fellowship?
It is blended, combining field placement in a designated district or block with periodic in-person intensive blocks at NLUJA, Assam and weekly online sessions.
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