The Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG), an autonomous premier research institution operating under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, has announced an opening for a Young Professional (Legal).
This contractual role is based at the institute’s beautiful Panvel Campus in Navi Mumbai. It offers a stellar opportunity for legal professionals to manage compliance, litigation tracking, and administrative legal advisory for a central scientific institution.
Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Job Location | Nature of Engagement |
| Young Professional (Legal) | 01 | Panvel Campus, Navi Mumbai | Contractual Basis |
Eligibility Criteria & Experience
Candidates applying for this institutional legal role must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: A recognized Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university or institute.
- Experience Required: A minimum of 02 years of active legal experience handling litigation, corporate compliance, or administrative legal matters.
- Key Skills: Familiarity with digital legal portals (like eCourts), robust legal drafting capabilities, and a foundational understanding of public authority compliance.
Key Responsibilities
The selected Young Professional will spearhead the legal cell at the institute, handling a diverse portfolio:
- Litigation & eCourts: Handling essential legal documentation, maintaining accurate case records, following up on eCourt matters, and monitoring ongoing legal proceedings.
- Government Liaison: Preparing comprehensive replies and written statements on behalf of the institute and closely coordinating with designated government counsel.
- Contracts & Vetting: Evaluating contract terms, vetting Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), and ensuring strict legal compliance.
- Specialized Areas: Handling legal matters relating to labour laws and assisting with Charity Commissioner-related legal frameworks.
Salary & Remuneration
- Salary: Emoluments will be as per the structured norms and conditions prescribed by the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism for Young Professionals.
Important Dates
- Last Date for Application Submission: 07th June 2026
Important Links
| Detailed Notification PDF | Click Here |
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How to Apply for IIG Legal Vacancy 2026
The application process is entirely digital via email, making it seamless for outstation candidates to apply.
- Visit the official IIG website (
www.iigm.res.in) and navigate to the positions/recruitment portal to download the prescribed application format. - Fill out the application form meticulously with your academic percentages and bar/corporate experience details.
- Draft a crisp cover letter highlighting your 2+ years of legal experience, specifically emphasizing any exposure to labour laws, service matters, or contract vetting.
- Compile the filled application form, your updated CV, and self-attested scanned copies of your LLB degree and experience certificates into a single PDF file.
- Email the complete application package to iig.recruitment@iigm.res.in on or before the deadline of 07.06.2026.
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