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

IMPORTANT DATES

Official Notification Date

✓ Latest
20 Jan 2026
Yesterday

Online Application Start

20 Jan 2026
Yesterday

Last Date to Apply Online

7 Feb 2026
In 3 weeks

Written Test (Part-I & II)

7 Mar 2026

Model Answer Key Upload

8 Mar 2026

Total Events

5

Upcoming

3

Completed

2

Next Event

Last Date to Apply Online

In 17 days

Mark these dates in your calendar to never miss a deadline! 📅

SALARY & CONSOLIDATED REMUNERATION

Pay Structure

As per 7th Pay Commission

Government Pay Scale

Assignment Term

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

Monthly Stipend

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

Plus Additional Benefits

DA, HRA, TA & Other Allowances

Grade Pay

As Per Level

Pay Matrix

7th CPC

Medical
LTC
Pension
Leaves
Insurance
Bonus

Note

Final salary may vary based on posting location, experience, and applicable allowances. Please refer to official notification for exact details.

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 Overview3 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
📌

Visit Website

Step 1 of 4

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

2
📌

New Registration

Step 2 of 4

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

3
✍️

Fill Form

Step 3 of 4

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

4
💳

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

3 Links

Online Application Link

Download Official Notification

Supreme Court Home Page

Pro Tip: Bookmark this page for quick access to all important links!

Disclaimer: Links are provided for informational purposes. Always verify on the official website for authentic updates.

All links verified and updated regularly! 🔗

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Find answers to common questions below

4 FAQs
Answer

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

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