Supreme Court of India (SCI), New Delhi has released the official recruitment notification (Advertisement No. F.21(LC)/2026-SC(RC)) for the engagement of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates on short-term contractual assignment for the term 2026-27. The Supreme Court Law Clerk online form has started and eligible candidates can apply before the 07 February 2026 deadline. This is a prestigious opportunity for law graduates and final-year law students to gain real courtroom research experience at the highest judicial forum in India.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 20 January 2026 |
| Online Apply Start | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07 February 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 07 March 2026 |
| Model Answer Key | 08 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Objections | 09 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The Supreme Court has invited applications for engagement of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates on a contract basis. The recruitment aims to prepare a panel of approximately 90 candidates for contractual assignment.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate | ~90 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification | To be eligible for the Supreme Court Law Clerk recruitment:
✔ Candidate must be a Law Graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (including integrated degree course in law) from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India. |
Age Limit (As on 07 February 2026) |
|
Application Fee
| All Candidates: | ₹750/- (Plus bank charges, where applicable) |
| ✔ Fee is non-refundable. ✔ Payment Mode — Online (Through payment gateway provided by UCO Bank). |
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in three phases:
- Part I – Multiple Choice Based Test
- Part II – Subjective Written Test
- Personal Interview
Candidates must qualify all the stages and fulfill eligibility conditions as per the official recruitment scheme.
Remuneration / Assignment Features
Selected candidates will be engaged on a contractual basis for the term 2026-27 and will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹1,00,000 (approx). The assignment offers excellent exposure to legal research, drafting and judicial functioning at the Supreme Court level.
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official Supreme Court of India recruitment portal:
https://www.sci.gov.in/judicial-clerkship/ - Click on the Supreme Court Law Clerk Online Form 2026 link.
- Register and fill in your personal, educational and contact details correctly.
- Upload scanned photographs, signature, and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form before 07 February 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Some Important Official Links
| Apply Online (Officials) | Register Here | Login |
| Official Website | Visit Site |
| Official Notification | Check Now |
Supreme Court Law Clerk 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When does the online application start?
➡ The online application started on 20 January 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
➡ The last date to apply for Supreme Court Law Clerk recruitment is 07 February 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
➡ Candidates must be between 20 and 32 years as on 07 Feb 2026.
Q4. What are the selection stages?
➡ The selection includes a Multiple Choice Test, written subjective test, and interview.
Q5. Can final year law students apply?
➡ Yes — final year law students (3-year or 5-year course) can apply, subject to providing proof of qualification later.
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