JOB SUMMARY

Quick overview of this opportunity

Field
Details
Recruiting Organization
Supreme Court of India (SCI)
Post Name
Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate
Advt. No.
F.21(LC)/2026-SC(RC)
Total Vacancy
Approximately 90 Posts
Engagement Type
Short-Term Contractual Basis (2026-2027)
Official Website
sci.gov.in

IMPORTANT DATES

Official Notification Date

20 Jan 2026

Online Application Start

20 Jan 2026

Last Date to Apply Online

7 Feb 2026
4 weeks ago

Written Test (Part-I & II)

7 Mar 2026
Today

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8 Mar 2026
Tomorrow

Total Events

5

Upcoming

2

Completed

3

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SALARY & CONSOLIDATED REMUNERATION

Monthly Stipend

₹1,00,000/- per month (Fixed consolidated remuneration)

Assignment Term

Initial engagement is for the 2026-2027 term, typically corresponding with the academic/legal session.

APPLICATION FEE

All Candidates

₹750 (plus bank charges as applicable)

Payment Information

Payment Method

Online through the UCO Bank payment gateway provided on the SCI website.

Ensure you pay the correct fee for your category before the deadline!

ELIGIBILITY & AGE LIMIT

Age Limit (As on 07-02-2026)

Calculate Age

Minimum: 20 Years | Maximum: 32 Years. Candidates must not have been born earlier than 08.02.1994 and not later than 07.02.2006.

Educational Qualification

Law Graduate (Bachelor Degree in Law) or student in the final year of a 3-year or 5-year Law Course.

Verify all eligibility requirements before applying.

SELECTION PROCESS

Complete Overview•3 Stages

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Your complete selection journey at a glance

1
Stage 1

Stages of Selection

  • 1. Part-I: Objective MCQ Test (Online)
  • 2. Part-II: Subjective Written Test (Pen-Paper Mode)
  • 3. Part-III: Personal Interview.
2
Stage 2

Minimum Marks

Candidates must secure at least 60% in Part-I to be considered for evaluation of Part-II answer sheets.

3
Stage 3

Shortlisting Ratio

Candidates will be called for the interview in a 1:3 ratio based on their combined merit in written tests.

3
Stages
1
Exams
0
Interviews
Final
Selection

Preparation Tip

Focus on clearing each stage one at a time. Prepare specifically for each round by understanding its format and requirements.

EXAMINATION CENTERS (23 CITIES)

Major Locations

Ahmedabad, Ambala, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Dehradun, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Jodhpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, and Visakhapatnam.

STEPS TO APPLY ONLINE

4 Steps
1
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Visit Website

Step 1 of 4

Navigate to sci.gov.in and click on the 'Judicial Clerkship' link.

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New Registration

Step 2 of 4

Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to obtain the application number.

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✍️

Fill Form

Step 3 of 4

Enter personal, academic, and contact details carefully. Upload your photo and signature.

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Fee Payment

Step 4 of 4

Pay the ₹750 application fee online and print the submitted application for record.

Complete all steps to submit successfully!

IMPORTANT LINKS

Access application forms, notifications, and results

Apply Online

Online Application Link

Click Here to Apply
Official PDF

Download Official Notification

View Advt PDF
Important Link

Supreme Court Home Page

sci.gov.in
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

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4 FAQs
Answer

The online application window closes at 11:59 PM on February 7, 2026.

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