Description: The Supreme Court of India (SCI) has released the notification for Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is conducted for engaging bright and eligible law graduates on a contractual basis to assist Hon’ble Judges of the Supreme Court in legal research, case analysis, and drafting work.
Candidates who have completed or are in the final year of their LLB (3 Years / 5 Years) course from a recognized university are eligible to apply online. Selection will be based on a written examination and interview.
This is a prestigious opportunity for law aspirants aiming to gain experience at the highest judicial institution of India.
Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Particulars
Details
Organization
Supreme Court of India (SCI)
Recruitment Name
Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Post Name
Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
Job Type
Contractual
Application Mode
Online
Job Location
New Delhi
Important Dates
Event
Date
Online Apply Start Date
20 January 2025
Online Apply Last Date
07 February 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
07 February 2026
Exam Date
07 March 2026
Admit Card
Before Exam
Result Date
Will Be Updated
Application Fee
Category
Fee
All Candidates
₹500/-
Payment Mode
Online
Age Limit (As on Cut-Off Date)
Category
Age Limit
Minimum Age
20 Years
Maximum Age
32 Years
Age Relaxation
As per Supreme Court rules
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
90
Exact number of vacancies will be mentioned in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Details
Educational Qualification
LLB (3 Years / 5 Years) from a recognized university
Final Year Students
Eligible to apply
Computer Knowledge
Required
Nationality
Indian
🧪 Selection Process
Stage
Details
Written Examination
Objective / Descriptive
Interview
Personal Interview
Final Selection
Based on merit
Exam Pattern (Expected)
Section
Details
Law Subjects
Constitutional Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law
General Legal Knowledge
Case laws, current legal issues
Writing Skills
Legal drafting & comprehension
Salary / Stipend
Post
Remuneration
Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
₹80,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Contract Period
Details
Information
Duration
1 Year
Extension
Subject to performance & requirement
How to Apply Online
Visit the official Supreme Court recruitment portal
