Young Professionals Programme 2026 at Centre for Social Justice | Stipend ₹45,000/Month

About the Organisation

The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) is a socio-legal NGO in India that works to advance the rights of marginalized communities through engagement with the judicial system. It is known for using legal processes as a tool for social justice and grassroots empowerment.

About the Programme

The Young Professionals Programme for Legal Empowerment (YPPLE) 2026 is a 2-year immersive programme designed for individuals interested in social justice, legal empowerment, and grassroots engagement.

Participants will work closely with lawyers, paralegals, and communities, gaining real-world exposure to legal empowerment initiatives and on-ground justice delivery systems.

Position

Young Professionals

What the Programme Offers

The programme includes:

• Hands-on grassroots engagement and field travel
• Mentorship from experienced social justice professionals
• Opportunities for research, collaboration, and capacity building
• Exposure to real-world legal empowerment projects
• Multidisciplinary learning environment

Eligibility

Applicants may include:

• Graduates or Postgraduates from:
  • Law
  • Management
  • Communications
  • Design
  • Journalism
  • Arts and other disciplines
• Individuals interested in social justice and grassroots work
• Candidates willing to travel extensively and work in field conditions

Duration

📆 2 Years

Stipend

💰 ₹45,000 per month

Cohort Start

• April 2026
• July 2026

Last Date to Apply

📅 10 April 2026

Application Procedure

Apply through the link below:
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLScDwtVkIFtPWp2aRuc_x5vwFj5G2oAFiADZBoiZlpZyNPG_1w/viewform?usp=send_form&pli=1&authuser=0

Why This Programme Is Important

This programme is highly valuable for careers in:

• Human Rights Law
• Legal Aid
• Public Policy
• NGO & Development Sector
• Grassroots Litigation
• Access to Justice Projects
• Social Justice Lawyering

This is not just an internship, but a full-time professional programme offering deep field exposure and real impact work.

Follow Legal Chariot for more legal jobs, internships, competitions and legal updates

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalchariot
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legal-chariot

#SocialJustice #LegalAid #HumanRightsLaw #Fellowship #LawJobs #LegalChariot #NGOJobs #PublicPolicy