New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has issued a fresh notification inviting applications from Advocates for empanelment as Assistant Editors for the Electronic Delhi High Court Reports (e-DHCR) Project. The engagement aims to facilitate the preparation of headnotes for reportable judgments of the High Court for publication on the e-DHCR portal.
Role and Responsibilities
Selected candidates will serve as Assistant Editors with the primary responsibility of preparing headnotes for reportable judgments. The empanelled Advocates will be required to submit the prepared headnotes within seven (07) days from the date of allocation by their respective Senior Editors.
Eligibility Criteria
The invitation is open to Advocates who have a standing of minimum two years at the Bar Council, reckoned from the date of their enrolment.
Vacancies and Tenure
- Total Positions: The notification specifies that 36 positions are proposed to be filled.
- Tenure: The empanelment will be valid for a period of two years from the date of appointment.
- Nature of Engagement: The role is a voluntary engagement, and services will be rendered at the pleasure of the Hon’ble Committee for the implementation of the e-DHCR Project.
Honorarium
Empanelled Advocates will be paid an honorarium of ₹1,000 per judgment. However, this payment is subject to the submission and due verification of a minimum of fifteen (15) headnotes.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit their applications via email. The application must include:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A brief Statement of Purpose.
- A copy of the Bar Council Enrolment.
- A recent passport-size photograph.
Submission Email: dhcilrbranch@gmail.com
Deadline: The last date to submit applications is 14th December, 2025.
Important Note for Previous Applicants
The notification explicitly clarifies that candidates who had already applied in response to the previous invitation dated 17.05.2025 need not reapply. Their earlier applications will be considered alongside the new applicants.
Selection Process
The date, time, and venue for the interview will be communicated to the candidates after registration. Submissions received beyond the deadline will not be entertained.
