The District Legal Services Authority, Davangere, has officially announced the recruitment of Part-Time Legal Volunteers (PLVs) for Davangere district and its four Taluk Legal Services Committees. This recruitment drive aims to revise and update the existing panel of volunteers while also inviting fresh candidates to be part of the legal aid initiatives. The engagement of Part-Time Legal Volunteers is a crucial step to strengthen access to justice and ensure that free legal aid services reach every corner of society. This program is conducted under the revised guidelines of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) and the directions of the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority.
Through this notification, the authority calls upon socially committed individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute their service. The role of a Part-Time Legal Volunteer is not a permanent government job but an opportunity to serve society, create legal awareness, assist in providing legal aid, and support various legal services activities in the district and taluk levels. Volunteers will be engaged on an honorarium basis depending on the services rendered.
The last date to submit the application is 08 October 2025, and candidates fulfilling the eligibility conditions are encouraged to apply.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 15 September 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 08 October 2025
- Interview Date: To be informed later by telephone individually to shortlisted candidates
Vacancies
The total number of Part-Time Legal Volunteers to be recruited across Davangere district and its taluks is as follows:
- District Legal Services Authority, Davangere – 50 Vacancies
- Taluk Legal Services Committee, Harihar – 25 Vacancies
- Taluk Legal Services Committee, Channagiri – 25 Vacancies
- Taluk Legal Services Committee, Honnali – 25 Vacancies
- Taluk Legal Services Committee, Jagalur – 25 Vacancies
Total Vacancies: 150
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who wish to apply for the position of Part-Time Legal Volunteer must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
Educational Qualification
- The applicant must be literate and should have passed at least SSLC (10th standard).
- Candidates should possess the ability to understand, interpret, and explain issues, events, and circumstances clearly.
Age Limit
- The minimum age is 18 years.
- There is no strict upper age limit; however, preference will be given to energetic and active candidates who can perform field-level activities effectively.
Eligible Categories of Candidates
The notification specifically mentions that candidates from a wide variety of social, educational, and professional backgrounds are eligible. Some of the categories include:
- Teachers (including retired teachers)
- Former Gram Panchayat Members
- Retired Government Employees
- Senior Citizens
- Social Workers with genuine concern for society
- Women candidates
- Transgender persons
- Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes
- Marginalized and disadvantaged communities
- MSW (Master of Social Work) students
- Lecturers
- Anganwadi workers
- Doctors
- Law students (till they are enrolled as Advocates)
- Adult students pursuing higher education
- Members of non-political organizations
- Members of registered NGOs with service orientation
- Members of Women’s Self-Help Groups
- Members of Youth Associations
- Any educated person of good moral character
- Widows of ex-servicemen from the Indian Army
- Ex-servicemen or their dependents
- Spouse and adult children of currently serving army personnel
- Reformed prisoners who have spent long periods in jail
- Any other persons deemed suitable by the District or Taluk Legal Services Authority
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply in the prescribed format as per the instructions given in the notification.
Steps to Apply:
- Prepare the Application:
- The application should be written in the candidate’s own handwriting.
- Clearly mention whether you are applying for the District Authority or for the Taluk Legal Services Committee.
- Write “Application for Selection of Part-Time Legal Volunteers” on the top of the envelope.
- Documents Required (to be attached with the application):
- A detailed application containing name, address, contact number, and recent passport-size photograph.
- Copies of educational qualification certificates.
- A letter of intent/statement of purpose expressing the desire to work at the chosen office (District or Taluk).
- Mobile number for communication (mandatory).
- Category certificate or confirmation letter from competent authority if applying under any special category (such as SC/ST/Ex-serviceman/NGO member etc.).
- Submission of Application:
- Applications must be submitted either by post or in person in a sealed envelope addressed to the Member Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, Davangere.
- Applications should reach the office on or before 08 October 2025.
Application Fees
- There is no application fee for this recruitment.
Selection Process
The selection of Part-Time Legal Volunteers will be purely based on:
- Scrutiny of Applications – Ensuring eligibility and verifying documents.
- Interview – Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The date and time will be communicated individually via telephone.
- Final Selection – Based on merit, suitability, communication skills, and social commitment.
The selection is purely temporary and made on an honorarium basis. It does not confer any right for permanent employment or continuation beyond the specified period.
Salary / Honorarium
- Part-Time Legal Volunteers will not receive a monthly salary.
- They will be paid a fixed honorarium for the specific period of service rendered during legal aid and awareness programs.
- The amount will be decided as per the guidelines of the National Legal Services Authority and the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority.
- Applicants are cautioned not to apply with expectations of regular salary or permanent employment.
Job Profile and Responsibilities
The primary role of Part-Time Legal Volunteers is to spread awareness, assist in delivering legal aid services, and support legal literacy activities. Some of the responsibilities include:
- Assisting people in understanding their legal rights.
- Helping marginalized groups access free legal aid services.
- Supporting legal awareness campaigns in villages, schools, and public places.
- Assisting in the resolution of disputes through mediation and conciliation.
- Coordinating with District and Taluk Legal Services Authorities for outreach programs.
- Guiding people to avail benefits of various government schemes.
- Providing moral and social support to weaker sections of society.
Important Points for Applicants
- The selection is temporary and will not create any right to permanent appointment.
- Applications must be handwritten by the candidate themselves.
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
- Candidates should apply only if they genuinely have the spirit of service.
- Final authority regarding selection rests with the District Legal Services Authority, Davangere.
Why Apply as a Part-Time Legal Volunteer?
Working as a Part-Time Legal Volunteer is an opportunity to:
- Contribute to social justice and help underprivileged communities.
- Gain valuable field experience in legal aid and awareness programs.
- Enhance personal development by working closely with law, administration, and society.
- Be recognized as a part of a national initiative to provide free legal services.
- Build networks with professionals such as lawyers, judges, NGOs, and educators.
- Gain exposure for future careers in social work, law, governance, and public service.
