Overview
The Supreme Court of India has announced recruitment for approximately 90 Law Clerk‑cum‑Research Associate positions for the 2026–2027 term, offering a consolidated remuneration of ₹1,00,000 per month. Eligible law graduates aged 20–32 years can apply online between 20 January and 7 February 2026. The selection will involve an online multiple‑choice test, a subjective written test, and an interview. The contract is purely short‑term and does not guarantee future employment.
Key Details
- Organization
- Supreme Court of India
- Qualification
- Law Graduate having Bachelor Degree in Law (including Integrated Degree Course in Law) from any School/College/University/Institution established by law in India and recognized by the Bar Council of India for enrolment as an Advocate. Candidates studying in the fifth year of the Five-Year Integrated Law Course or the third year of the Three-Year Law Course after graduation in any stream will also be eligible to apply, subject to furnishing proof of acquiring Law qualification before taking up the assignment as Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate.
- Vacancies
- 90
- Posted
- 20/01/2026
- Last date to apply
- 07/02/2026
Important Dates
| notification_date | 20/01/2026 |
| registration_start_date | 20/01/2026 |
| application_last_date | 07/02/2026 |
| written_test_date | 07/03/2026 |
| model_answer_keys_upload_date | 08/03/2026 |
| objection_last_date | 09/03/2026 |
Important Links
Selection Process
Part I – Online multiple‑choice test (minimum 60% to qualify); Part II – Subjective written test (pen‑paper); Part III – Interview (ratio 1:3).
How to Apply
Go to the Supreme Court of India website., Navigate to the Judicial Clerkship section., Fill the online application form with all required details carefully., Upload a scanned copy of a recent photograph and signature as per instructions., Pay the non‑refundable Application/Test Fee of Rs. 750/- plus bank charges through the online payment gateway provided by UCO Bank., After successful submission, print out the filled‑up application with the Application Number for your record., Retain the Application Number carefully for generation of admit card/call letter and other information., Complete the online registration before the last date: 07.02.2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 90 Posts?
notification date: 20/01/2026; registration start date: 20/01/2026; application last date: 07/02/2026; written test date: 07/03/2026; model answer keys upload date: 08/03/2026; objection last date: 09/03/2026
What is the application fee?
All Candidates: Rs. 750/- plus bank charges
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age: 20 years, Maximum Age: 32 years (as on 07-02-2026)
What is the selection process?
Part I – Online multiple‑choice test (minimum 60% to qualify); Part II – Subjective written test (pen‑paper); Part III – Interview (ratio 1:3).