Supreme Court Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates (2026-27 Term)

How to Apply / आवेदन प्रक्रिया

1. Visit the official recruitment page: Supreme Court Recruitment.
2. Click the application link when active (link may be on the recruitment page). If the online apply link shows 'Activate Soon', check the official page regularly.
3. Register with valid e-mail and mobile number, verify OTP, and complete the profile details.
4. Fill personal details, educational qualifications, and experience (if any). Ensure Name, DOB, and Category match your supporting documents.
5. Upload scanned documents and pay fee (see documents section below). Submit final application and retain the acknowledgment/receipt.

Important: Submit the application before 07 February 2026. Incomplete forms may be rejected.

Documents to upload

• Class 10 certificate (for DOB proof)
• Class 12 certificate (if applicable)
• LLB degree certificate or provisional certificate (final year students: provisional certificate or enrollment proof and degree must be produced before joining)
• Category certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) as per government format, if applicable
• PWD certificate (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature as per specifications
• Any other certificates as specified in official notification

Note: Carry original documents for verification at the time of interview/selection.

Image & Signature Guidelines

Use a recent passport-size photograph with a plain background. Signature should be on white paper scanned clearly.

• Photograph: JPEG/JPG, recommended 100 KB or less, dimensions approx 3.5cm x 4.5cm (follow notification specifics if provided).
• Signature: JPEG/JPG, recommended 50 KB or less.
• If you need to resize images, use the provided utility alias 'ImageResizer' to meet size and dimension requirements.

Failure to meet the specifications can lead to rejection of application.

Fee & Payment

Application fee: ₹750 for all categories (non-refundable) + bank charges. Payment can be done via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Mobile Wallet.

Ensure fee payment is completed by 07 February 2026. Keep payment receipt/transaction ID safe for future reference.

Selection Stages

1. Part I – Objective (MCQ) online test: qualifying minimum 40%, negative marking 0.25 for wrong answers.
2. Part II – Subjective pen-paper test (writing/analytical skills): qualifying minimum 50%.
3. Interview – Shortlisted candidates from written tests will be called (approx 270 called for ~90 vacancies) and final panel prepared post-interview.

Syllabus Overview

Part I: General legal knowledge, comprehension, and application of law (MCQs). Part II: Legal writing, problem-solving, drafting, and research-based subjective questions. Prepare past judgments, constitutional law, civil/criminal procedure, evidence, service law, and legal reasoning.

Admit Card & Answer Key

Admit cards will be made available on the official recruitment page before the exam date. Model answer key for Part I will be published on 08 March 2026 with objections allowed till 09 March 2026.

Results & Joining

Results, merit list, interview call letters, document verification schedules and final selection list will be published on the official website. Selected candidates will receive offer/engagement orders; the appointment is contractual (consolidated remuneration ₹1,00,000/month) and does not confer regular appointment rights.

Correction & Verification

If the portal allows application correction, make corrections within the specified window only. Always verify uploaded documents and ensure scanned files are legible.

Common Reasons for Rejection

• Mismatched personal details vs documents (name, DOB, category)
• Improper image/signature dimensions or illegible files
• Non-payment or incomplete payment of application fee
• Incomplete application form or missing mandatory fields

Pro tip: Before final submission, preview the form, download a copy of the filled form and payment receipt.

Official Source & Help

Always refer to the official Supreme Court recruitment page for authentic updates: https://www.sci.gov.in/recruitments/

Do not rely on unverified emails or unofficial contacts. For official queries, use contact details mentioned in the official notification only.

For DOB calculation tools or age verification, candidates may use the alias 'AgeCalculator' (AgeCalculator) to check eligibility. For image adjustments, candidates may use the alias 'ImageResizer' (ImageResizer).