Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026: The Supreme Court of India (SCI) has officially invited online applications for the engagement of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates for the assignment term 2026–2027. This prestigious recruitment is conducted under the “Scheme for Engaging Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates on Short-Term Contractual Assignment.”
Eligible law graduates and final-year students can apply online through the official Supreme Court website. Below are the comprehensive details regarding eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and the application process.
Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization: Supreme Court of India (SCI)
Post Name: Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
Total Vacancies: Approx. 90
Job Type: Contractual (1 Year)
Monthly Salary: Rs. 1,00,000/- per month
Application Start Date: January 2026
Last Date to Apply: February 7, 2026
Official Website: sci.gov.in
Salary and Benefits
For the 2026–27 term, the consolidated remuneration has been revised:
Monthly Pay: Rs. 1,00,000/- per month.
Extension: If the tenure is extended beyond one year, the remuneration may increase (as per previous trends to Rs. 1,10,000/- or as decided by the Registry).
Nature of Job: Full-time contractual assignment with no claim for permanent appointment.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Law Degree: Must be a Law Graduate (holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, including a 5-year Integrated Law Course) from a BCI-recognized institution.
Final Year Students: Candidates in the 5th year of a 5-year course or 3rd year of a 3-year course are eligible to apply, provided they produce proof of graduation before joining.
Computer Knowledge: Must be proficient in using retrieval tools like e-SCR, Manupatra, SCC Online, LexisNexis, and Westlaw.
Age Limit (as of 15.02.2026)
Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age relaxation is not typically applicable for contractual clerkship roles unless specified in the detailed notification.
Selection Process
The selection is highly competitive and involves three distinct phases:
Part I (Written Test): Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) testing English comprehension, legal aptitude, and recent legal developments.
Part II (Subjective Test): Conducted on the same day as Part I. Includes preparing a case synopsis, a research memo, and answering an analytical essay question.
Part III (Interview): Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview to assess their research skills and personality.
Application Fee
All Categories: Rs. 500/- (plus applicable bank charges).
The fee must be paid online via the UCO Bank payment gateway.
How to Apply for Supreme Court Law Clerk 2026
Visit the Judicial Clerkship section on the official Supreme Court website.
Click on the “Online Application for Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates 2026-2027” link.
Register with your basic details to generate an application number.
Fill in the detailed form (Educational details, choice of exam center, etc.).
Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph and signature.
Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- online.
Submit and print the confirmation page for your records.
Important Links
Official Notification (PDF): Download Here
Apply Online Link: Direct Link to Application Portal
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. For all the latest information and updates regarding the Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 90+ Vacancies, please visit the official website (sci.gov.in). The terms and conditions of the recruitment may change from time to time. Please check all the eligibility criteria and documents before applying.
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