The law ministry has invited applications from the public to fill its post of secretary, moving away from its usual process of only selecting from among officers of the Indian Legal Services, reported the Sunday Guardian.

Lawyers who have practised for at least 25 years in the Supreme Court and high courts, and have their name on at least 25 recorded judgments, or lawyers who have at least 25 years of work experience working in private law firms or public sector organisations, are eligible to apply.

Lawyers up to 57 years of age are eligible to apply. The superannuation age for the post of secretary in the ministry is 60 years and the basic pay is Rs 80,000.

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