The Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT), Delhi—a pivotal appellate body under the Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993—has released a notification inviting applications for the position of Law Researcher.
These contractual positions are an excellent opportunity for young law graduates and postgraduates to work closely with the Hon’ble Chairperson, gaining invaluable insights into appellate proceedings, bank loan recoveries, and complex financial litigation. The vacancies are stationed at DRT-I, Delhi and DRT-Jaipur.
Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Placement Locations | Engagement Type | Remuneration |
| Law Researcher | DRT-I (Delhi) & DRT-Jaipur | Contractual | ₹60,000/- Per Month |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Law Researcher position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Age Limit: 21 to 30 Years.
- Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (3-year LLB or 5-year Integrated) OR an LLM from a recognized university.
- Academic Performance: Must have secured a minimum of 55% marks in their qualifying degree.
- Professional Status: The degree must be recognized by the Bar Council of India for enrollment as an Advocate.
- Technical Skills: Sound working knowledge of computer applications, including the retrieval of legal information from various legal search engines and databases.
Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work
The Law Researcher will serve as a core legal assistant to the tribunal, with duties including:
- Detailed reading of case files, preparing case chronologies, and drafting comprehensive notes.
- Identifying core facts, legal issues, and questions of law that need to be addressed during hearings.
- Attending court during regular matters to take notes on facts, arguments, and citations.
- Conducting extensive legal research using case laws, books, and articles to assist the Hon’ble Chairperson in preparing judgments, speeches, and academic papers.
- Preparing brief summaries of cases as directed by the Chairperson.
Important Employment Conditions
Candidates should be aware of the following restrictive covenants tied to this high-access role:
- No Private Practice: As a full-time assignment, the Law Researcher is strictly prohibited from practicing as an advocate or taking up any other employment during the engagement period.
- Post-Engagement Restriction: The Law Researcher attached to DRAT-Delhi will be legally barred from appearing before DRAT-Delhi for a period of three years following the termination of their engagement.
Important Dates
- Last Date for Receipt of Application: 30th April 2026
Important Links
| DRAT, Delhi Detailed Notification PDF | Click Here |
| JurisLink Whatsapp Group | Click Here |
How to Apply for DRAT Law Researcher 2026
Eligible candidates must submit their applications offline in the prescribed format.
- Download the official application format from the DRAT notification.
- Fill out all personal, academic, and professional details clearly.
- Attach self-attested copies of your educational certificates (LLB/LLM), age proof, and Bar Council enrollment (if applicable).
- Send the completely filled application form via post or hand delivery to reach the following address on or before 30th April 2026:The Registrar,Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT), DelhiApartment No. 318, 3rd Floor, Hotel Samrat,Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021
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