Supreme Court of India has opened applications for Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates (2026-27 term), offering ~90 spots with ₹1 lakh monthly stipend—ideal for final-year law students and fresh graduates seeking Supreme Court exposure. This short-term role builds elite research and drafting skills, perfect for your Lawyer’s Arc audience prepping for AIBE or judiciary exams.
Full Opportunity Details
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Posts & Stipend | ~90 Law Clerk-cum-Research Associates; ₹1,00,000/month (consolidated) |
| Term | 2026–2027 (short-term contractual, extendable) |
| Eligibility | LL.B. or integrated law degree (final-year students eligible if degree obtained pre-joining); Age 20–32 yrs (relaxations: SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwD up to +15) |
| Key Dates | Apply: 20 Jan – 07 Feb 2026; Written Exam: 07 Mar 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹750 + bank charges (online via UCO Bank gateway) |
How to Apply
- Visit the official registration: Apply Now.
- 📄 Official Notification: Download PDF.
- 📋 Scheme & Exam Pattern: Download PDF.
- Steps: Online form → Photo/signature upload → Fee payment → Save Application No. for admit card.
Selection Process
- Stage 1: MCQ (100 marks, 2.5 hrs): Law (IPC/CrPC/CPC/Constitution/Evidence/Contract), comprehension, aptitude; 40% qualifying; -0.25 negative.
- Stage 2: Subjective (300 marks, 3.5 hrs): Brief drafting (100m), Research memo (75m), Analytical essay (75m).
- Stage 3: Interview/Viva (merit-based final panel).
- Skills focus: Legal research (Manupatra/SCC), precise writing.
Why Apply? (For Law Students)
- Gain hands-on Supreme Court research under judges.
- Boost CV for judiciary/AIBE/clerkships; no bar on private practice post-term.
- Lawyer’s Arc Tip: Practice BNSS/CrPC/CPC mocks + essay writing; check prior papers on sci.gov.in [memory: expertise].
Apply before 07 Feb 2026.
