The Supreme Court of India has released an official notification inviting online applications for Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate posts for the 2026–2027 term. This recruitment is conducted under advertisement number F.21(LC)/2026-SC(RC).
Around 90 vacancies are available on a contractual basis. Law graduates who meet the required age and qualification criteria can apply online from 20 January 2026 to 7 February 2026. Important details related to eligibility, salary, selection process, and application dates are provided below.
Overview of Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Supreme Court of India |
| Advt No. | F.21(LC)/2026-SC(RC) |
| Post Name | Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate |
| No. of Posts | Approximately 90 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Contractual |
| Job Location | As per Registry requirement |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Test and Interview |
All the important information related to this recruitment is given below.
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 20 January 2026 |
| Start Date of Application | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 07 February 2026 |
| Written Test Date | 07 March 2026 |
| Model Answer Key Release | 08 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Objections | 09 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details of Supreme Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate | Approximately 90 |
Eligibility Criteria of Supreme Court Law Clerk Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate | Bachelor Degree in Law including integrated law course from a recognized institution | 20 to 32 years |
Additional eligibility conditions include strong research and analytical skills, writing ability, and working knowledge of computers and legal research databases.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 1,00,000 per month. The engagement is purely contractual for the 2026–2027 term.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 750 plus bank charges |
The fee must be paid online only. The fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a written test and interview.
Part I includes objective type questions.
Part II is a subjective written test.
Candidates qualifying both parts will be called for an interview.
Supreme Court Law Clerk Official Notification & Apply Details
Official Website: www.sci.gov.in
Official Notification PDF: DOWNLOAD NOTIFICATION
Apply Online: APPLY Online for SCI Clerk Posts