The Supreme Court of India has announced an exciting opportunity for law graduates and final-year students: the Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 (officially termed Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates) for the 2026-2027 term. With 90 vacancies available on a short-term contractual basis, this is one of the most prestigious clerkships in the Indian judicial system.
Working directly with Supreme Court judges, law clerks gain invaluable experience in legal research, drafting, and constitutional adjudication—making it a launchpad for careers in litigation, judiciary, academia, or policy.
Key Highlights of Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026
- Total Posts: 90 (approximately)
- Post Name: Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
- Nature of Engagement: Short-term contractual basis for the term 2026-2027
- Stipend: ₹1,00,000 per month
- Official Website: sci.gov.in
This recruitment is highly competitive, attracting top talent from NLUs, DU, and other reputed institutions. Securing a position here significantly boosts your CV and provides rare insights into apex court functioning.
Important Dates for SCI Law Clerk Recruitment 2026
- Online Application Start Date: January 20, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: February 7, 2026
- Written Examination Date: March 7, 2026 (tentative, as per reports)
Applications are accepted only online via the official Supreme Court portal. Don’t miss the deadline—early submission is recommended due to high volume.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Supreme Court Law Clerk 2026 recruitment, candidates must meet these requirements:
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.), including integrated law degrees (e.g., BA LL.B., BBA LL.B.), from a university/college recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) for enrollment as an Advocate.
- Final-Year Students: Eligible if they complete their degree before joining.
- Age Limit: Not below 20 years and not above 32 years as on February 7, 2026 (relaxations may apply as per rules—check official advertisement).
- Other Requirements: Strong academic record, research skills, and computer proficiency preferred. Candidates should not have any criminal antecedents.
Fresh graduates and those aiming for judicial services often find this role transformative.
Selection Process
The selection for Supreme Court Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate 2026 typically involves multiple stages:
- Part I – Written Examination: Objective/subjective questions on law subjects (scheduled for March 7, 2026).
- Part II – Interview/Viva Voce: For shortlisted candidates from the written test.
- Document Verification & Final Merit List.
The process emphasizes legal knowledge, analytical skills, and suitability for research assistance to judges.
How to Apply Online for Supreme Court Law Clerk 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official website: https://www.sci.gov.in/
- Navigate to the “Recruitments” or “Judicial Clerkship” section.
- Look for the link: “Engagement of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates on Short-Term Contractual Basis – 2026-2027”.
- Register and fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents (degree certificates, marksheets, photo, signature, etc.).
- Pay any application fee (if applicable—usually nil or nominal).
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Detailed advertisement and online application links are available under the Judicial Clerkship section on sci.gov.in. Refer to the official PDF notification for complete guidelines.
Why This is a Must-Apply Opportunity
- Prestigious exposure to Supreme Court judges and landmark cases.
- Monthly stipend of ₹1,00,000—among the highest for clerkships in India.
- Builds strong networking and research credentials.
- Ideal stepping stone for UPSC Judiciary, litigation, or higher studies (LL.M./Ph.D.).
Thousands apply each year, so prepare rigorously—focus on constitutional law, recent judgments, and drafting skills.
For the latest updates, download the detailed advertisement from sci.gov.in and apply before February 7, 2026.
Download Official Notification
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