How to Get SLSA Free Legal Aid 2026

About This Guide

State Legal Services Authority (SLSA) provides FREE legal aid via NALSA hierarchy. Eligible: SC/ST/Women/Children/Disabled/Workmen/Refugees/Trafficking victims/Custody/Mental health/HIV+ AND income < ₹3 lakh (general). Free lawyer + court fees + petition drafting + appeals. Apply at District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) office.

Eligibility Criteria

• Specific category (SC/ST/Women/Disabled/Children/Workmen/etc.)
• OR income < ₹3 lakh (general)
• OR domestic violence victim
• Mental health patient
• HIV+
• Aadhaar mandatory

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

• Aadhaar
• Caste certificate (if SC/ST)
• Income certificate
• Disability certificate
• Identity proof
• Application Form
• Affidavit
• Photo
• Specific case details
• FIR (if criminal case)

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Key Benefits

• 100% FREE legal aid
• Free lawyer + court fees
• Multiple categories
• SC/ST/Women priority
• Income-based
• Pan-India network
• Mediation possible
• Lok Adalat resolution
• Disposal-stage free
• Court fees waived

What Happens After Application?

7-15 days for lawyer allotment.

Frequently Asked Questions

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