The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India’s apex human rights watchdog established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, has invited online applications for empanelment as Young Professionals for the role of Junior Research Consultant.
This contractual opportunity is ideal for young legal professionals and social science postgraduates who want to actively engage with high-level human rights monitoring, policy evaluation, and public service initiatives.
Vacancy Overview
| Post Name | Nature of Engagement | Remuneration | Upper Age Limit |
| Junior Research Consultant (Young Professional) | Contractual Basis | ₹70,000/- per month (with ₹5,000 annual increments) | Below 32 Years (as on date of advertisement) |
Eligibility Criteria & Experience
Applicants must fulfill the following essential and professional qualifications:
- Essential Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) OR a Post Graduate Degree in Social Sciences (such as Political Science, Sociology, International Relations, Social Work, Human Rights, or Developmental Communications) from a recognized university with at least 60% marks.
- Desirable Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates holding an LL.M., M.Phil., or Ph.D., as well as those with proven research experience and published papers in the relevant field.
- Required Experience: Minimum 01 year of active legal experience OR 01 year of research experience in a Government department, reputed semi-governmental organization, international development agency, research organization, or NGO.
- (Note: Internship and training experience will not be counted toward the one-year requirement).
Key Roles & Remuneration Terms
Selected consultants will support the NHRC across various verticals, assisting in investigating human rights violations, reviewing legal safeguards, studying international instruments, and generating research papers.
The consolidated monthly pay of ₹70,000 is inclusive of all taxes. Remuneration is disbursed within one week of completing the month, verified via biometric attendance. Furthermore, individual consultants are eligible for a performance-based enhancement of ₹5,000 per year.
Important Dates
- Last Date for Online Application: 9th June 2026
Important Links
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| Application Link | Click Here |
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How to Apply for NHRC Junior Research Consultant 2026
Eligible candidates must complete their application online through the official registration portal before the portal closes.
- Review the official guidelines and notification on the NHRC careers portal.
- Navigate to the active registration link for the Young Professional (Junior Research Consultant) position.
- Register your profile using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form with your precise academic percentages and detail your one year of qualifying legal or research experience.
- Upload scanned copies of your certificates, proof of age, and any published research papers or postgraduate degrees (like LL.M.) if applicable.
- Verify your entries and submit the form online before the deadline.
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