Supreme Court of India has released the official notification for engagement of Law Clerks-cum-Research Associates (2026–27) on a short-term contractual basis.
This is a full-time research-intensive role offering direct exposure to judicial decision-making at the highest constitutional court in the country.
📌 Key Details
Position: Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
Number of positions: ~90 (tentative)
Tenure: 2026–2027 (contractual)
Remuneration: ₹1,00,000 per month (consolidated)
🎓 Eligibility
• Law graduates from a BCI-recognised institution
• Final year students of 5-year or 3-year LL.B. courses may apply (subject to completion before joining)
• Strong legal research, analytical writing, and database proficiency required
• Age limit: 20–32 years as on 07 February 2026
📝 Selection Process
• Part I: MCQ-based test
• Part II: Subjective written test
• Part III: Interview
Date of Written Examination: 07 March 2026
Test Centres: 23 cities across India
⏰ Deadline
Last date to apply: 07 February 2026
🔗 Official Notification & Application
Apply online only through the Supreme Court website:
https://www.sci.gov.in/judicial-clerkship/
📌 Important Note
The engagement is purely contractual. Selected candidates cannot practise law or take up any other assignment during the tenure.
Click here for the official announcement.
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