About Clinical Legal Education & Litigation Fellowships

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) has announced multiple vacancies under its new Clinical Legal Education (CLE) and Litigation Fellowship 2026 initiatives. Supported by a multi-year grant from the Azim Premji Foundation, the project aims to strengthen legal education, promote access to justice, and support early-career trial court lawyers across India, especially in Karnataka.

Five New Legal Clinics Under the Programme

NLSIU will establish dedicated clinics in the following areas:

• Child Rights Law
• Citizenship and Immigration Law
• Criminal Justice
• Labour Law
• Caste Justice

These clinics will operate under the newly formed Office of Clinics and Fellowships, led by the Director of Clinics & Fellowships.

Litigation Fellowship Programme

The grant also funds a nationwide fellowship for young trial court lawyers, offering financial support, mentorship, and professional training to boost grassroots litigation.

Positions Open for Application

NLSIU invites qualified and motivated candidates to apply for the following roles:

1. Accountant – Finance
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2. Assistant Director- Litigation Fellowships 
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3. Executive – Administration- Clinics and Fellowships Programme
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4. Finance Lead – Clinics and Fellowships
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5. Manager – Litigation Fellowships
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6. Researcher – Fellowships
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Each position includes specific roles and responsibilities. Applicants can view full details and submit applications through the respective links on the official NLSIU website.