Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online
The Supreme Court of India (Recruitment Cell) has released the official notification for the engagement of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates on a short-term contractual basis for the assignment year 2026–2027. Online applications are invited to prepare a panel of approximately 90 candidates for engagement in the Supreme Court of India. This is a full-time contractual assignment with a fixed monthly remuneration.
📌 Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment Overview
| Organization |
Supreme Court of India |
| Post Name |
Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate |
| Assignment Type |
Short-term Contractual (Full Time) |
| Approx. Vacancies |
90 |
| Assignment Term |
2026–2027 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post |
Number of Posts |
| Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate |
90 |
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Criteria |
Details |
| Essential Qualification |
Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB or Integrated Law Degree) from a recognized institution approved by Bar Council of India |
| Final Year Students |
5th year of 5-year course or 3rd year of 3-year course are eligible, subject to acquiring degree before joining |
| Skills Required |
Legal research, analytical ability, drafting skills, computer & legal database knowledge |
🎂 Age Limit (as on 07 February 2026)
| Minimum Age |
Maximum Age |
| 20 Years |
32 Years |
💰 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| All Candidates |
₹750/- (Non-refundable) + Bank Charges |
🧾 Selection Process of Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment
| Stage |
Details |
| Part I |
Multiple Choice Based Online Test |
| Part II |
Subjective Written Test (Pen & Paper) |
| Part III |
Interview |
📝 Examination Details
| Particulars |
Information |
| Written Exam Date |
07 March 2026 |
| Part-I Mode |
Online (MCQ) |
| Part-II Mode |
Pen & Paper (Questions on Screen) |
| Negative Marking |
0.25 mark for each wrong answer (Part-I) |
💼 Salary & Benefits
| Component |
Details |
| Monthly Remuneration |
₹1,00,000/- (Consolidated) |
| Nature of Job |
Contractual, No claim for regular appointment |
🖊️ How to Apply for Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment
- Visit the official Supreme Court website – www.sci.gov.in
- Click on Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate Recruitment 2026 link
- Register and fill the online application form
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay application fee online through payment gateway
- Submit application and take printout for reference
📅 Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start |
20 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
07 February 2026 |
| Written Examination |
07 March 2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Window |
08–09 March 2026 |
🔗 Important Links
❓ FAQs – Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment
Q1. How many vacancies are announced for Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Approximately 90 Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate positions will be filled for the assignment year 2026–27.
Q2. Can final-year law students apply?
Yes, students in the final year of 3-year or 5-year LLB courses are eligible, provided they obtain the degree before joining.
Q3. What is the age limit for this Recruitment?
The age limit is 20 to 32 years as on the cut-off date mentioned in the notification.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Selection includes Online MCQ Test, Subjective Written Test and Interview.
Q5. What salary is offered to Law Clerks?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of ₹1,00,000 per month.
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✅ UPESSC Exam Calendar 2026
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