About the Org
The Supreme Court of India is the apex judicial body. It invites applications for the post of Law Clerk cum Research Associate to assist the Hon’ble Judges.
Supreme Court Recruitment 2026: Clerk Jobs
Vacancy Details
The Supreme Court has announced 90 vacancies for the post of Law Clerk cum Research Associate. Interested candidates must apply online before the deadline.
Age and Education Qualification
Age Limit (as on 07 February 2026): Minimum 20 Years, Maximum 32 Years. Age relaxation as per rules.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must be appearing in the final year or have passed a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University.
Salary Details
Salary details for the Law Clerk cum Research Associate post are as per the Supreme Court norms. Please refer to the official notification for precise information.
Application Fees
Application Fee: ₹ 750/- for All Category Candidates.
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
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How to Apply
- Visit the official Supreme Court recruitment website or the provided application link.
- Click on the registration link for the Law Clerk cum Research Associate post.
- Complete the online registration and fill in the application form with required details.
- Upload necessary documents as per the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee of ₹750 online.
- Submit the form before 07 February 2026 and keep a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 20 January 2025
- Application End Date: 07 February 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 07 February 2026
- Exam Date: 07 March 2026
- Admit Card: Before Exam
- Result Date: Will Be Updated Here Soon
Important Links
- Apply Online Link
- Official Notification (PDF): (link will be added soon)
- Official Website
Job Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Basic Details | |
| Organization Name | Supreme Court of India (Recruitment Cell), New Delhi |
| Post Name | Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate |
| Total Vacancies | Panel of approximately 90 candidates |
| Job Location | Supreme Court of India, New Delhi (Registry, Courts, Chambers, or Residential Office of Hon’ble CJI/Judges as per administrative requirement) |
| Pay Scale | ₹1,00,000 per month (consolidated) for assignment term 2026–2027 |
| Nature of Engagement | Short-term, full-time, purely contractual assignment |
| Educational Qualification | |
| Required Qualification | Bachelor Degree in Law (LL.B. or Integrated LL.B.) from an institution recognized by the Bar Council of India |
| Final Year Eligibility | Students in 5th year of 5-year integrated course or 3rd year of 3-year course may apply, but must obtain degree before joining |
| Skill Requirement | Strong research, analytical, and writing skills with knowledge of legal research databases |
| Age Limit | |
| Age Criteria | Minimum 20 years and maximum 32 years as on 07.02.2026 |
| Selection Process & Exam | |
| Stage I | Online Multiple Choice Question Test |
| Stage II | Subjective Written Test in pen-paper mode with question paper on computer |
| Stage III | Interview |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in Part I |
| Exam Schedule | Part I and Part II on same day with a break in between |
| Answer Key | Model answer key for Part I to be published with online objection facility |
| Application Fee | |
| Fee Amount | ₹750 plus applicable bank charges |
| Payment Mode | Online payment through UCO Bank payment gateway |
| Refund Policy | Fee is non-refundable |
| Reservation Details | |
| Reservation Policy | Reservation and PwD facilities as per Government of India rules and Supreme Court norms |
| PwD Scribe Facility | Scribe allowed for eligible PwD candidates as per prescribed annexures and conditions |
| Exam Centre | |
| Test Cities | Ahmedabad, Ambala, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Dehradun, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Jodhpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, Visakhapatnam |
| Documents Required | |
| Online Application | Scanned photograph and signature |
| Examination / Interview | Law degree or provisional certificate, age proof, identity proof |
| PwD Candidates | Disability certificate and scribe related certificates |
| Other Documents | Any additional academic or category certificates as notified |
| Other Conditions | |
| Work Conditions | May require work at odd hours and on holidays |
| Professional Restriction | Cannot practice as an advocate or take other assignments during the term |
| Termination | Engagement can be terminated with prescribed notice |
| Legal Jurisdiction | All disputes subject to Delhi jurisdiction |
| Travel Allowance | No TA or DA for examination |
| Application Details | |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | https://www.sci.gov.in |
| Apply Link | Through Judicial Clerkship section on Supreme Court website |
| Notification PDF | https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s3ec0490f1f4972d133619a60c30f3559e/uploads/2026/01/2026012040.pdf |
| Application Rules | Only last submitted application will be considered |
| Admit Card | To be downloaded online using registration credentials |
| Important Dates | |
| Application Start Date | 20.01.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 07.02.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 07.02.2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 07.03.2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 08.03.2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Last Date | 09.03.2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified |
| Result Date | To be notified |
FAQ
What is the last date to apply for Supreme Court Law Clerk 2026?
The last date to apply online is 07 February 2026.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹750 for all category candidates.
What is the selection process?
Selection involves Part-I (Objective) and Part-II (Subjective) Written Exams, followed by Personal Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
This information is published for immediate reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.