| Board | FSSAI |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | LLB |
| Salary | Rs. 70,000/- per month |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 22 Oct 2026 |
All details on this page come from the official recruitment notification published by FSSAI (advertisement no. 01/2026) — posted . You can check the original notification PDF here. Where a detail is not mentioned in that notification, it is clearly marked as not specified.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Legal Consultant on a contractual basis. This is an for legal professionals to join a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. FSSAI is looking for candidates with strong academic credentials, relevant experience, and professional achievements. The engagement is purely on a contract basis, initially for one year, with the possibility of extension up to three years based on performance. The application process is online, and candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. The last date to submit applications is October 22, 2026. For detailed information, always refer to the official notification. This recruitment offers a consolidated remuneration of ₹70,000 per month. The selection process involves a walk-in interview. Candidates are advised to carefully read all instructions before proceeding with the application.
| Recruiting Organisation | Advertisement Number | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Application Start Date | Application Last Date | Salary | Selection Process | Official Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSSAI | 01/2026 | Legal Consultant | 03 | Not specified in the supplied notification | 22.10.2026 | ₹70,000/- per month | Walk in Interview | fssai.gov.in |
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Last Date | 22 October 2026 |
Candidates must ensure that they possess the required educational qualification and experience on or before the last date of application submission. Applications received after the deadline will be rejected.
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Legal Consultant | 03 |
Category-wise vacancy distribution is not specified in the provided notification.
To be eligible for the Legal Consultant post, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Candidates must possess the essential educational qualification and experience as of the application deadline.
The maximum age limit for applicants is 58 years as of the last date for submission of the application. Information regarding age relaxation for reserved categories is not specified in the notification.
The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment drive.
Selected candidates will receive a fixed consolidated remuneration of ₹70,000/- per month. An annual increment of 5% is applicable if the contract is extended beyond the first year. For outstation official travel, TA/DA will be admissible at rates applicable to Pay Level 10.
The selection of candidates for the Legal Consultant position will be based on a Walk-in Interview. Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email or telephone at least one week in advance.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the FSSAI's official website. The application link is available on the FSSAI website. Physical applications will not be entertained and will be summarily rejected. Ensure all details provided in the application are accurate and complete, including contact number and email ID.
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the FSSAI Legal Consultant position?
A1: The last date to apply is 22 October 2026.
Q2: What is the remuneration for the Legal Consultant post?
A2: The fixed consolidated remuneration is ₹70,000/- per month.
Q3: What is the minimum experience required?
A3: A minimum of 5 years of experience in legal matters is required.
Q4: How will candidates be selected?
A4: Selection will be through a Walk-in Interview.
Q5: Is this a permanent job?
A5: No, this is a purely contractual engagement initially for one year, extendable up to three years based on performance. It does not confer any claim to regularisation.