APEDA Associate (Legal) Recruitment 2026 (Contract) – 01 Post | Apply by 09 Sep
Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, New Delhi
Delhi - Delhi
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The last date to apply was 9 Sept 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
Vacancies
1
Salary
Consolidated contractual remuneration as per PDF (contractual 1 year + extendable, probation 3 weeks)
Last Date
9 Sept 2026
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APEDA Associate (Legal) Important Dates 2026
APEDA Associate (Legal) Application Fee 2026
No Fee mentioned
APEDA Associate (Legal) Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
45 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
APEDA Associate (Legal) Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Consolidated contractual remuneration as per PDF (contractual 1 year + extendable, probation 3 weeks)
APEDA Associate (Legal) Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Age: Upper limit 45 years (see PDF section 4)
- Qualification: LLB + minimum 2 years relevant experience + knowledge of IPR basics + communication; Desirable LLM/Master in Law, prior IPR/TM/GI experience
- Fee: No Fee mentioned
APEDA Associate (Legal) Qualification / Education
- Qualification: LLB + 2 years experience + IPR basics; Desirable LLM
APEDA Associate (Legal) Job Details & Overview
Overview
| Organisation | Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce & Industry – 3rd Floor, NCUI Building, Siri Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg, New Delhi – F.No.PAD-2023-24-000091 dated 27/08/2026 (Associate – Legal, Contract) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Associate (Legal) – Contractual (01 Post, marked 1* – authority may increase/decrease) |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Qualification | LLB + 2 years experience + IPR basics; Desirable LLM |
| Job Location | New Delhi – APEDA HQ |
| Application Mode | Prescribed format (PDF application form in notice) submitted to APEDA by post/hand |
| Last Date | 09/09/2026 by 17:00 hrs (para 10 of PDF) |
| Official Website | https://apeda.gov.in |
Vacancy Details - Post Wise
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Associate (Legal) – Contract | 01* |
| Total | 01 |
Eligibility Details
- Essential: LLB degree + minimum 2 years relevant experience + knowledge of IPR basics + good communication/liaison skills
- Desirable: LLM/Master in Law, prior experience in IPR/Trademark/GI law, experience with law firms
- Age upper limit 45 years
- Tenure: Initial 1 year including 3-week probation, extendable yearly performance-based up to 3 years; confidentiality clause; liaison with empanelled law firms and GI stakeholders
- Separate advertisement for Associate (Trade) 11/08/2026 exists as distinct vacancy – not part of this 01 post
Age Limit
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| All categories | Upper limit 45 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | No Fee mentioned |
Selection Process
- Screening of applications in prescribed format + experience/qualification assessment
- Interview of shortlisted candidates; contractual engagement – no right to regular appointment
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 27/08/2026 |
| Last date for submission | 09/09/2026 by 17:00 |
Documents Required
- Prescribed application form (in PDF) – duly filled + self-attested copies of LLB/LLM certificates, experience, ID, category, GI/IPR proof if any, photographs – to 3rd Floor, NCUI Building, August Kranti Marg, New Delhi
How to Apply
- Download Advertisement_Associate_Legal_27_08_2026.pdf from https://apeda.gov.in/recruitment-appointment or direct https://apeda.gov.in/sites/default/files/recruitment_appointment/Advertisement_Associate_Legal_27_08_2026.pdf
- Submit prescribed application by 09/09/2026 17:00 to APEDA HQ as per para 9-10; superscribe “Application for Associate (Legal)”
Important Links (Official Only)
- Official PDF (Legal): https://apeda.gov.in/sites/default/files/recruitment_appointment/Advertisement_Associate_Legal_27_08_2026.pdf
- Recruitment page: https://apeda.gov.in/recruitment-appointment
- Official: https://apeda.gov.in
APEDA Associate (Legal) Important Links
How to Apply for APEDA Associate (Legal) Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, New Delhi's APEDA Associate (Legal) Recruitment 2026 (Contract) – 01 Post | Apply by 09 Sep before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, New Delhi recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of No Fee mentioned online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 9 Sept 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
APEDA Associate (Legal) Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
APEDA Associate (Legal) Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, New Delhi recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, New Delhi notification before submitting.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is APEDA Associate (Legal) Recruitment 2026 (Contract) – 01 Post | Apply by 09 Sep?
APEDA Associate (Legal) Recruitment 2026 (Contract) – 01 Post | Apply by 09 Sep is a government recruitment notification published by Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026 start on 27 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026 is 09 September 2026.
What is the application fee for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026?
No Fee mentioned
What is the age limit for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026 is 45 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026?
Qualification: LLB + 2 years experience + IPR basics; Desirable LLM
How to apply for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.