ESIC Tamil Nadu Advocate Empanelment Recruitment 2026

Overview

Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Regional Office, Chennai, has announced the empanelment of 124 Advocates for the Tamil Nadu region. This is a strategic opportunity for practicing legal professionals to represent ESIC in various judicial forums.

Key Details

• Total Vacancies: 124 (Tentative)
• Panel Tenure: Ordinarily 3 years
• Application Mode: Offline (Post or In-person)
• Last Date to Apply: September 8, 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognized University.
• Registration: Must be enrolled with the Bar Council of India or State Bar Council and in active practice.
• Experience Requirements:

  • High Courts & CAT (Chennai): Minimum 10 years of professional experience.
  • District Courts & Other Forums: Minimum 5 years of professional experience.
• Preferred Skills: Experience in labour law and familiarity with the Code on Social Security, 2020.
• Infrastructure: Must have a functional office/chamber in the city/town where empanelment is sought.

Court-wise Distribution (Highlights)

• Madras High Court (Principal Bench): 30
• CAT (Chennai Bench): 10
• Labour Court (Madurai): 10
• Employees' Insurance Court (Chennai): 11
• Various other District Courts: Multiple vacancies across Coimbatore, Salem, Trichy, etc.

Application Process

1. Download Annexure-B (for fresh applicants) or Annexure-C (for existing panel counsels).
2. Attach required documents (Law degree, Bar registration, ITRs for last 2 years, PAN, CV, and judgments).
3. Submit the application to: Regional Director (I/c), ESI Corporation, Regional Office, No. 143, Sterling Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai - 600 034.

Selection Process

• Shortlisting: Based on prescribed criteria and documents submitted.
• Interaction: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview/interaction.
• Finalization: Empanelment is finalized by the Competent Authority.