IIFT CTIL/CRIT Recruitment 2026 - Legal Professionals (Young Professional/Associate/Consultant), 05 Posts, Last 09 Oct
Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) & Centre for Research on International Trade (CRIT), IIFT, New Delhi
Delhi
Vacancies
5
Salary
Young Professional (without experience) Rs. 50,000/-; Young Professional Rs. 60,000/-; Associate Rs. 80,000-1,45,000/-; Consultant Rs. 1,37,500-2,65,000/- (without PhD) / Rs. 1,45,000-2,65,000/- (with PhD) per month
Last Date
9 Oct 2026
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Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Important Dates 2026
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Application Fee 2026
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
50 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Salary / Pay Scale 2026
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Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility
Indian nationals holding a master's degree in law/economics/international law/public policy/data science/cost accounting or related discipline with min 55% at bachelor's and master's levels. Post-qualification experience: Consultant min 8 years (age max 50), Associate min 3 years (max 45), Young Professional min 1 year (max 35); Young Professional (without experience) requires LLB or qualifying master's from a top-ranking university (max 28).
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Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Job Details & Overview
IIFT CTIL/CRIT - Recruitment of Legal Professionals 2026
The Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL), established by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and the Centre for Research on International Trade (CRIT), IIFT, invite applications from Indian nationals for 05 legal professionals on a contractual basis (initially one year, extendable based on performance). File No. CRITES-11013/5/2026-CTIL, dated 25.09.2026.
| Category | No. of Posts | Age (max) | Remuneration (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant (with/without PhD) | 01 | 50 years | Rs. 1,45,000-2,65,000 (PhD) / Rs. 1,37,500-2,65,000 (without PhD) |
| Associate | 02 | 45 years | Rs. 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Young Professional (with prior experience) | 02 | 35 years | Rs. 60,000 |
| Young Professional (without prior experience) | (as above) | 28 years | Rs. 50,000 |
Eligibility
- Consultant: Master's degree in economics, law, international law, public policy, data science, cost accounting or a related discipline with min 55% at bachelor's & master's levels; min 8 years post-qualification experience (min 3 years in relevant field such as international trade).
- Associate: Master's degree in the above areas with min 55%; min 3 years PQE (min 1 year relevant).
- Young Professional (with experience): Master's degree in the above areas with min 55%; min 1 year PQE.
- Young Professional (without experience): Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or Master's in economics/diplomacy/international relations/public policy/data science/general management/cost accounting from a top-25 NIRF-ranked university (or top-100 world-ranked university); no prior experience required.
Candidates must be Indian nationals and preferably hold a master's degree in law, with strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills in international trade, investment and economic law. Preference for experience in trade negotiations and dispute settlement.
Application Process (Last date: 09.10.2026)
Apply online only through the relevant link:
- Young Professional (without prior experience): docs.iift.ac.in/recruit/solo.asp?jcode=YP(w)_Sep2026
- Young Professional (with prior experience): docs.iift.ac.in/recruit/solo.asp?jcode=YP_Sep2026
- Associate: docs.iift.ac.in/recruit/solo.asp?jcode=ASSOCIATE_Sep2026
- Consultant (without PhD): docs.iift.ac.in/recruit/solo.asp?jcode=CONSULTANT(w)_Sep2026
- Consultant (with PhD): docs.iift.ac.in/recruit/solo.asp?jcode=CONSULTANT_Sep2026
Only shortlisted candidates for the second round (written test and interview) will be contacted via email. The written test assesses competence in international trade law, international investment law and international economic law. Originals verified at interview.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Important Links
How to Apply for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) & Centre for Research on International Trade (CRIT), IIFT, New Delhi's IIFT CTIL/CRIT Recruitment 2026 - Legal Professionals (Young Professional/Associate/Consultant), 05 Posts, Last 09 Oct before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) & Centre for Research on International Trade (CRIT), IIFT, 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 application fee is mentioned in the notification. online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 9 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT 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.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) & Centre for Research on International Trade (CRIT), IIFT, New Delhi recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) & Centre for Research on International Trade (CRIT), IIFT, New Delhi notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 9 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- 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 IIFT CTIL/CRIT Recruitment 2026 - Legal Professionals (Young Professional/Associate/Consultant), 05 Posts, Last 09 Oct?
IIFT CTIL/CRIT Recruitment 2026 - Legal Professionals (Young Professional/Associate/Consultant), 05 Posts, Last 09 Oct is a government recruitment notification published by Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026 start on 25 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026 is 09 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
What is the age limit for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026 is 50 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026?
["Consultant: Master's degree (economics/law/international law/public policy/data science/cost accounting or related) with min 55% at bachelor's & master's; min 8 years post-qualification experience (min 3 years relevant); age max 50.", "Associate: Master's degree in above areas with min 55%; min 3 years PQE (min 1 year relevant); age max 45.", "Young Professional (with prior experience): Master's
How to apply for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade - IIFT Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.