Legal Job | Research Fellows at Vidhi Maharashtra: Apply by May 12

About Vidhi

Vidhi is an independent think tank that conducts legal research and assists the government in drafting better laws. It is also committed to producing legal research of the highest standard with the aim of informing public debate and contributing to improved governance. Vidhi works with Ministries of the Government of India and State Governments, as well as other public institutions, providing research and drafting support at various stages of law-making. Vidhi also conducts and freely disseminates independent research in diverse areas of legal reform, which it believes is critical to India’s future. Vidhi is an equal-opportunity employer and neither practices nor tolerates any kind of discriminatory behavior.

About the Job

The Research Fellows will conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting on matters within the State Government’s constitutional purview. Prepare reports, research notes, and presentations, and coordinate with government officials, academics, researchers, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, analysis, and drafting on matters within the State Government’s constitutional purview.
• Prepare reports, research notes, and presentations.
• Cook up with government officials, academics, researchers, and other stakeholders.

Last date to apply

12 May 2026.

Location

Maharashtra

Application Procedure

Required
Interested candidates should apply through our online portal by filling in the required details in the application form and uploading the following documents:
Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) of not more than two A4 pages.
An original writing sample of not more than 1000 words with an in-depth analysis of any recent legal issue that demonstrates the candidate’s legal analysis and writing skills.
Any submission exceeding the prescribed word count will not be considered.
A brief statement of motivation in applying for the position, not more than 500 words.
Names and contact details of two academic or professional referees who may be contacted for references.
Referees should be either someone who has directly supervised your work or has taught you a course at the university level.
Please ensure that the file is titled “FirstName LastName_Application for Position Name” and is uploaded as a single PDF file under the field of ‘Additional Documents’.

The deadline to submit applications is 12 May 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only applications submitted through the online portal will be reviewed.

Please do not email resumes and cover letters; only queries may be sent via email to careers@vidhilegalpolicy.in with the subject line “Query – Vidhi Maharashtra – Application for Research Fellow“.