Supreme Court of India Law Clerk Recruitment 2026, apply for 90 vacancies

The Supreme Court of India has officially released the recruitment notification for the position of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate for the 2026-2027 term.

This prestigious opportunity offers selected candidates a monthly salary of Rs. 100,000. Eligible law graduates and final-year students can apply online from January 20, 2026.

Supreme Court of India Law Clerk Recruitment 2026

1. Overview of Recruitment

2. Eligibility Criteria

3. Salary and Nature of Engagement

4. Selection Process

5. Application Fee & Important Dates

6. How to Apply

7. Important Links

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Overview of Recruitment

The Supreme Court of India is seeking approximately 90 candidates to prepare a panel for the short-term contractual assignment of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates. This role is full-time and purely contractual, meaning it does not confer any right to a regular appointment within the court.

Feature	Details
Organization	Supreme Court of India
Post Name	Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates
Total Vacancies	Approximately 90
Job Location	New Delhi
Monthly Salary	₹1,00,000/- (Consolidated)

2. Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet specific age and educational requirements to be considered for this recruitment:

Age Limit: Applicants must be between 20 and 32 years old as of February 7, 2026.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in law (including integrated degrees) from a recognized institution or university in India recognized by the Bar Council of India.
Final Year Students: Those in their final year of a five-year integrated or three-year LLB course are also eligible to apply, provided they can prove their qualification before the assignment begins.
Essential Skills: Candidates should possess strong research and analytical skills, writing abilities, and proficiency in using computers and legal research platforms such as SCC Online, Westlaw, Manupatra, and LexisNexis.

3. Salary and Nature of Engagement

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹100,000. The engagement is for the 2026-2027 term and is strictly on a short-term contractual basis.

4. Selection Process

The selection of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates involves a multi-stage process designed to test both legal knowledge and analytical capabilities:

1. Part I: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ): Focused on testing legal application and comprehension.

2. Part II: Subjective Written Test: Aimed at assessing writing and analytical skills.

3. Part III: Personal Interview: Conducted for shortlisted candidates.

4. Document Verification: The final stage before the assignment is confirmed.

5. Application Fee & Important Dates

Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable fee of ₹750/- plus applicable bank charges. The payment must be made online through the UCO Bank Payment Gateway.

Event	Date
Online registration starts.	January 20, 2026
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee	February 7, 2026
Test/Interview Dates	To be notified later

6. How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online only through the Supreme Court's official website. No other mode of application will be accepted.

Step 1: Visit the official website at www.sci.gov.in and navigate to the recruitment link.
Step 2: Register on the online application portal with valid details.
Step 3: Complete the application form with personal, educational, and contact information.
Step 4: Upload necessary documents and pay the ₹750 application fee.
Step 5: Submit the form and print the confirmation page for your records.