📰 Supreme Court of India Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 90 Posts
The Supreme Court of India has released the official notification for the recruitment of Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates for the year 2026. This prestigious opportunity invites qualified law graduates to work in research and legal assistance roles directly with the Supreme Court.
📢 Overview of Recruitment
Organization: Supreme Court of India
Post: Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
Total Vacancies: 90 Posts
Application Mode: Online
Location: New Delhi / All India Test Centres
Official Website: https://main.sci.gov.in
🗓 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Begins | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply / Pay Fee | 07 February 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 07 March 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be Notified |
| Answer Key & Objection Window | To be announced |
(Dates are as per official notification & job portal update)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognised university.
Final year law students (5-year integrated course or 3-year LLB) are also eligible provided they submit proof of qualification before joining.
Age Limit (as on 07-02-2026):
Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years
(Age relaxation as per rules, if applicable)
💰 Application Fee
All Candidates: ₹750/-
Mode of Payment: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking)
(No offline fee accepted)
🧩 Selection Process
The selection is based on three main phases:
Phase-I: Written Examination (Multiple Choice / Objective type)
Phase-II: Written Test (Analytical & Subjective questions)
Interview
Selected candidates may be engaged on a short-term contractual basis through a panel prepared after final selection.
💼 Pay Scale / Remuneration
Approx. ₹80,000/- per month (consolidated)
(exact remuneration details are available in the official notification)
✔️ How to Apply
Visit the Supreme Court official recruitment page on sci.gov.in.
Click the Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate 2026 recruitment link.
Complete the online registration form with personal, qualification and contact details.
Upload required documents (photo, signature, LLB certificate, ID proof).
Pay the application fee online.
Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Read the official notification PDF carefully before applying.
Ensure all data is correct before submitting the application.
Keep a printout of the application & payment receipt.
Admit card release date will be notified by the Supreme Court.