Supreme Court of India Declares Post of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate (2026–27)
The Supreme Court of India (Recruitment Cell) has officially released an advertisement for the engagement of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates on a short-term contractual assignment for the assignment term 2026–2027.
Online applications are invited under the Scheme of Engaging Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates on Short-Term Contractual Assignment in the Supreme Court of India, as amended. A panel of approximately 90 candidates will be prepared for engagement.
Key Highlights
- Post Name: Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
- Engagement Type: Contractual (Full-Time)
- Tenure: 1 Year (2026–27)
- Number of Candidates: Approx. 90
- Monthly Remuneration: ₹1,00,000 (Consolidated)
- Court: Supreme Court of India, New Delhi
Important Dates
🗓 Application Start Date: 20 January 2026
🗓 Last Date to Apply: 07 February 2026
🗓 Examination Date: 07 March 2026
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years
- Age Calculation Date: As on 07 February 2026
Essential Qualifications
To be eligible for the post of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate, a candidate must fulfill the following conditions:
Educational Qualification
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The candidate must be a Law Graduate holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.), including integrated law courses, from any institution:
- Established by law in India, and
- Recognized by the Bar Council of India for enrolment as an Advocate.
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Final-year students are also eligible to apply:
- Students studying in the 5th year of the 5-year Integrated Law Course, or
- Students in the 3rd year of the 3-year LL.B. course,
subject to furnishing proof of acquiring the law degree before taking up the assignment.
Nature of Engagement
- The assignment is purely contractual and full-time in nature.
- It does not confer any right to regular appointment or continuation in service in the Supreme Court of India.
- The engagement may be terminated by the Registry at any time with prescribed notice.
- During the assignment period:
- Law Clerks shall not accept any other assignment, and
- Shall not practice as an Advocate in any court of law.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of three stages:
Part I – Objective Test (MCQs)
Part II – Descriptive Written Examination
Part III – Interview
Candidates must qualify each stage to progress to the next.
Remuneration
💰 Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of ₹1,00,000 per month, making it one of the most prestigious and well-paid legal research positions in India for young law graduates.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official website of the Supreme Court of India.
🌐 Official Website:
www.sci.gov.in
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official advertisement and scheme before submitting the application.
Why This Opportunity Matters
The position of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate offers unparalleled exposure to:
- Judicial research at the highest constitutional court
- Legal drafting and case analysis
- Assistance in complex constitutional, civil, and criminal matters
- Understanding judicial reasoning and court functioning
This opportunity is especially valuable for aspirants of:
- Judicial services
- Litigation at higher courts
- Legal academia and policy research
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