About Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA)
DSLSA is a statutory body constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. Its mission is to provide free legal aid, conduct legal awareness and outreach programs, and ensure access to justice for marginalized sections of society through institutional reform and community engagement.
About Legal Internship Opportunity at DSLSA
DSLSA is inviting applications for its highly structured Winter Internship Programme for January 2026. This is a comprehensive, hands-on, in-person internship offering massive exposure to various courts, institutions, and legal aid activities in Delhi.
Internship Details
- Position: Winter Intern
- Number of Vacancies: 200
- Duration: 09 January 2026 – 29 January 2026
- Location: Delhi (Placements across various DSLSA units, courts, and institutions).
- Certification / Rewards: Internship Certificate (on minimum 75% attendance) and 3 Excellence Certificates for outstanding interns.
Eligibility Criteria
- Law students enrolled in 3-year or 5-year LL.B. programmes
- Good written communication (English), legal writing, and basic legal knowledge.
- Basic computer skills (MS Word / Excel / PowerPoint).
- Interest in public-interest work, outreach, and community engagement; punctuality and sincerity are essential.
Key Responsibilities
The role provides unparalleled exposure, including:
- Court Observation: Observe and assist in District Courts (Civil & Criminal), Family Courts, Special Courts (e.g., N.I. Act), Labour Courts & Tribunals, DRT, AFT, and Consumer Forums.
- Institutional Visits: Visit Observation Homes, Juvenile Justice Boards, Child Welfare Committees, Prisons (Tihar / Rohini), Police Stations, Forensic Laboratories, One-Stop Centres, and shelter homes.
- Community Engagement: Participate in door-to-door legal awareness campaigns and Legal Services Clinics.
- Administrative & Research Support: Assist with basic legal research, drafting memos/notes, documentation, maintaining case trackers, and administrative support for legal-aid activities.
Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 15 December 2025
- Shortlisted candidates notified: 20 December 2025
- Confirmation deadline: 22 December 2025
How to Apply
Candidates must apply using the official Google Form link:
- Apply Now Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJcn8NFoC73EXElJ6Bqru6vNxFYQ5lmRM8mhssZNJhzfr1KA/viewform
- Confirmation/Queries Email: legallitwing-dslsa@nic.in