National Legal Services Authority Internship Programme 2026 | Apply by September 30
The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) is inviting applications for its Internship Programme 2026. The programme offers law students an opportunity to understand the functioning of NALSA and gain practical exposure to legal services and access to justice.
The internship is a one-month, full-time physical internship. Students pursuing 3-year or 5-year LL.B. programmes can apply.
About National Legal Services Authority
The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) was constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. It works to provide free legal services to weaker sections of society and organise Lok Adalats for the amicable settlement of disputes.
About the Internship
NALSA offers this internship programme to law students across the country. The programme aims to familiarise students with the working of NALSA through hands-on experience in different areas of legal services.
In addition, the internship provides students with an opportunity to understand the practical aspects of promoting access to justice.
Internship Details
- Organisation: National Legal Services Authority (NALSA)
- Programme: NALSA Internship Programme 2026
- Duration: 1 month / 4 weeks
- Mode: Offline / Physical
- Working Days: Monday to Saturday
- Working Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Stipend: No stipend or remuneration
- TA/DA: Not provided
- Certificate: Yes, subject to successful completion and 90% attendance
Eligibility
Students pursuing either of the following programmes from a recognised university, college, or institution can apply:
- Three-Year LL.B. course
- Five-Year Integrated Law Course
However, preference will be given to:
- Students in the 2nd or 3rd year of the Three-Year LL.B.
- Students in the 4th or 5th year of the Five-Year Integrated Law Course
Internship Requirements
During the internship, students will be required to follow the NALSA office timings and attend the internship physically.
Interns must also:
- Maintain at least 90% attendance.
- Carry their own laptops.
- Make their own accommodation arrangements.
- Travel locally to courts and other offices when required.
- Follow the prescribed formal Black & White dress code.
- Attend the internship full-time without pursuing another course or work during the internship.
Furthermore, interns should avoid applying during their college examination period because the programme requires regular attendance.
Submission of Report
At the end of the internship, every intern must submit a report covering the work undertaken during the internship.
Certificate of Internship
NALSA will award an Internship Certificate after successful completion of the programme and to the satisfaction of the Member Secretary, NALSA.
A minimum of 90% attendance is mandatory for receiving the certificate.
NALSA will not provide a letter of recommendation.
Stipend
The National Legal Services Authority Internship Programme 2026 does not provide any stipend or remuneration.
Interns must also arrange their own accommodation. No TA/DA will be provided by NALSA.
Application Procedure
Students interested in the NALSA internship must complete the application form online and upload the required documents.
The application requires:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Expression of Interest of one page or shorter explaining the student’s interest and suitability
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the appropriate authority, such as the Dean, Head of Department, Internship & Placement Committee, or another competent authority
The NOC must mention the student’s course name and semester/year.
Applications must be submitted only through the online mode. NALSA will not entertain requests submitted through any other means.
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Application Deadline
The provided listing states that applications for the relevant internship cycle are due by September 30, 2026.
Contact Details
National Legal Services Authority (NALSA)
Phone: 011-23382778
Email: nalsa-dla@nic.in
