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Supreme Court of India Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Overview
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| Organization | Supreme Court of India (Recruitment Cell)
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| Post Name | Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
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| Nature of Job | Full-time, short-term contractual assignment
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| Assignment Term | 2026-2027 | ||
| Consolidated Remuneration | ₹1,00,000/- per month
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| Total Vacancies | Approximately 90 candidates
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| Selection Mode | Written Tests (MCQ & Subjective) and Interview
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Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
Application Start Date: January 20, 2026.Closing Date for Applications: February 7, 2026.
Date of Written Examination: March 7, 2026.
Model Answer Keys Uploaded: March 8, 2026.
Objection Window for Answer Keys: Available until 11:59 p.m. on March 9, 2026.
Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
Vacancies: The Registry aims to prepare a panel of approximately 90 candidates for this engagement.Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Salary
Salary : Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of ₹1,00,000/- per month.Note: This engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right to claim regular appointment or continued service in the Supreme Court.
Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this assignment, candidates must meet the following requirements:Age Limit
Minimum Age: 20 years as of February 7, 2026.Maximum Age: 32 years as of February 7, 2026.
Educational Qualifications
Degree: Must be a Law Graduate (including Integrated Degree Course) from a recognized School/College/University established by law in India and recognized by the Bar Council of India.Final Year Students: Candidates in their fifth year of a five-year course or third year of a three-year course are eligible to apply, provided they furnish proof of acquiring the qualification before starting the assignment.
Skills: Candidates must possess research and analytical skills, strong writing abilities, and computer proficiency, specifically in using legal search engines like e-SCR, Manupatra, SCC Online, and Westlaw.
Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
The selection process is rigorous and conducted in three distinct phases:Part I: Multiple Choice Based Questions
Tests the candidate’s ability to understand/apply the law and comprehension skills.
Includes negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
Minimum qualifying marks are 60%.
Part II: Subjective Written Test
Focuses on writing and analytical skills.
Conducted on the same day as Part I.
Evaluation is limited to a 1:10 ratio (10 candidates per vacancy) based on Part I merit.
Part III: Interview
Candidates qualifying both written tests are called in a 1:3 ratio against the number of vacancies.
Test Centers
The written tests will be held in 23 cities across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam, among others.
Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
Candidates must pay the fee through the online payment gateway provided by UCO Bank:Application/Test Fee: ₹750/-.
Additional Costs: Applicable bank charges.
Policy: The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
How to Apply For Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026
Interested and eligible candidates must apply exclusively through the online mode.Visit the Website: Go to the official Supreme Court website at
www.sci.gov.in.
Registration: Navigate to the recruitment link and enter the required details to generate a registration ID and password.
Upload Documents: Upload a scanned copy of your recent photograph and signature as per the instructions.
Fill Data: Complete the application form with accurate personal and academic information.
Payment: Pay the ₹750 fee plus bank charges through the online payment gateway.
Review and Submit: Preview the application carefully. Once submitted, it cannot be modified or withdrawn.
Print Record: Download and print the final application form for your records.
Important General Instructions
Full-Time Commitment: Law Clerks cannot accept any other assignment or practice as an Advocate in any court during their term.Work Hours: Candidates should be prepared to work at odd hours and on holidays if work exigencies require it.
Travel: No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the written tests.
Admit Cards: Retain your Application Number to generate your admit card from the Supreme Court website
