Supreme Court Syllabus 2024

πŸ“š Supreme Court Law Clerk Syllabus 2026

Complete Exam Pattern | 90 Vacancies | Last Date: 07 Feb 2026

⚑ QUICK FACTS: βœ… Salary: β‚Ή1,00,000/month | βœ… Exam: 07 March 2026 | βœ… Selection: 3 Phase | βœ… Negative Marking: 0.25 | βœ… Qualification: LL.B/5-Year Law
πŸ“… IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES
Online Application Start Date 20 January 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online 07 February 2026 (11:59 PM) ⚠️ Don't miss!
Application Fee Payment Period 20 Jan to 07 Feb 2026
Written Exam Date 07 March 2026 (Part-I & Part-II same day)
Model Answer Key Upload 08-09 March 2026
Interview Date April 2026 (Tentative)
πŸ“Œ TIP: Apply before 05 February 2026 to avoid last-minute rush
πŸ’° APPLICATION FEE DETAILS
All Categories β‚Ή 750 (Non-refundable) + Bank Charges
Payment Mode Online Only via UCO Bank Payment Gateway
Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
πŸ‘€ AGE LIMIT (as on 07/02/2026)
Minimum Age 20 Years
Maximum Age 32 Years
⚠️ Important: No age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates
πŸ“Š VACANCY & QUALIFICATION
Post Name Total Posts Monthly Salary
Law Clerk-cum-Research Associate Approx 90 β‚Ή1,00,000 (Consolidated)
πŸŽ“ Essential Qualification:
1. LL.B. Degree (3-year or 5-year integrated) from recognized university
2. Final year students eligible: 5th year of 5-year course or 3rd year of 3-year course
3. Must be recognized by Bar Council of India
4. Must have research & analytical skills, writing abilities
πŸ“ EXAM PATTERN & SELECTION PROCESS

Phase 1

MCQ Test

07 March 2026

Phase 2

Written Test

07 March 2026

Phase 3

Interview

April 2026πŸ“Š Detailed Pattern:

Phase Mode Duration Marks Negative Marking
Part I – MCQ Online (Computer) 2 Hours 100 0.25 per wrong
Part II – Written Pen-Paper 3 Hours 100 No
Part III – Interview Face-to-Face 20-30 Min 50 N/A

🎯 Minimum Qualifying Marks:
• Part I Test: 60% marks required
• Part II: Evaluated for 1:10 ratio (vacancy wise)
• Interview: 1:3 ratio call for interview

πŸ“– PART I – MCQ TEST SYLLABUS (Online)
1. Constitutional Law:
• Preamble, Fundamental Rights (Articles 14-32)
• Directive Principles, Fundamental Duties
• Union & State Executive, Parliament, Judiciary
• Important Amendments (42nd, 44th, 73rd, 74th, 101st)

2. Criminal Law:
• Indian Penal Code, 1860 (General exceptions, Offences)
• Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (FIR, Bail, Trial)
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872 (Relevancy, Admissions, Proof)

3. Civil Law:
• Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (Jurisdiction, Res judicata)
• Indian Contract Act, 1872 (Formation, Performance, Breach)
• Specific Relief Act, 1963; Limitation Act, 1963
• Transfer of Property Act, 1882 (Sale, Mortgage, Lease)

4. Recent Supreme Court Judgments (2024-2026):
• Important constitutional, criminal, civil judgments

5. Legal Reasoning & Aptitude:
• Legal Maxims, Latin Terms (Stare decisis, Obiter dicta)
• Logical reasoning, Legal principles application

6. Comprehension & Language:
• Reading comprehension (Legal passages)
• Legal vocabulary, Grammar, Error spotting

✍️ PART II – WRITTEN TEST SYLLABUS (Pen-Paper)
1. Essay Writing (300-500 words):
• Constitutional issues (Federalism, Judicial activism)
• Contemporary legal problems (Data privacy, AI & law)
• Legal & judicial reforms, Social justice issues

2. Case Analysis / Precis Writing:
• Judgment summary (200-300 words)
• Ratio decidendi identification
• Critical analysis of judgments
• Precis writing (Condense legal passages)

3. Legal Drafting:
• Writ Petitions (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, etc.)
• Affidavits, Legal Notices
• Pleadings (Plaint, Written statement)

4. Problem Solving:
• Legal issue identification from facts
• Application of relevant laws
• Logical conclusion with reasoning

πŸ“š RECOMMENDED BOOKS & STUDY MATERIAL
Constitutional Law:
• M.P. Jain – Indian Constitutional Law
• V.N. Shukla – Constitution of India
• D.D. Basu – Shorter Constitution
Criminal Law:
• K.D. Gaur – Criminal Law
• Ratanlal & Dhirajlal – IPC
• Batuk Lal – Evidence Act
Civil Law:
• Avtar Singh – Contract Act
• Mulla – CPC
• Specific Relief Act

πŸ“ Legal Aptitude & Writing:
• Universal's Legal Aptitude
• Black's Law Dictionary
• Legal Drafting by Dr. Kailash Rai
• Essays for Judicial Services by R.K. Soni

🌐 Online Resources:
• Supreme Court Website: www.sci.gov.in (Latest judgments)
• Manupatra / SCC Online (Case law research)
• Lawctopus, Bar & Bench (Legal updates)

πŸ“ HOW TO APPLY – STEP BY STEP
Step 1: Prepare Documents • Scan: Photo, Signature, LL.B Marksheets
• Photo: White background, <50KB
• Signature: Black ink, <40KB
• Use Photo Resize Tool
Step 2: Register Online • Visit: www.sci.gov.in
• Find "Law Clerk Recruitment 2026" link
• Register with email & mobile (OTP verification)
Step 3: Fill Application • Enter personal, educational details
• Select preferred exam city (23 cities)
• Upload all documents
Step 4: Pay Fee • Pay β‚Ή750 online via UCO Bank gateway
• Save payment receipt/transaction ID
Step 5: Submit & Save • Review all details carefully
• Submit application
• Note Application Number
• Take printout for reference
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Frequently Asked Questions

What topics are covered in the Supreme Court syllabus for judiciary exams?

The Supreme Court syllabus includes historical evolution, jurisdiction (original, appellate, advisory), constitutional articles (32, 131, 136, 142), landmark cases, PIL, Judicial Review, Basic Structure doctrine, recent judgments, and current affairs related to the Indian judiciary.

How to prepare for the Supreme Court judicial services exam effectively?

Focus on clearing constitutional fundamentals, memorizing key articles, analyzing landmark Supreme Court judgments, reading daily legal current affairs, solving previous years' question papers, and practicing answer writing for mains examination.

Where can I download the Supreme Court syllabus and study material for free?

You can download the complete Supreme Court syllabus PDF, topic-wise notes, and exam preparation guides for free from the official study portal at govtexam.study/.

Which are the most important constitutional articles for the Supreme Court exam?

Critical articles include Article 32 (right to constitutional remedies), Article 131 (original jurisdiction), Article 136 (special leave petition), Article 142 (enforcement of decrees), and Article 144 (civil and judicial authorities to act in aid of the Supreme Court).

What are the career opportunities after clearing the judiciary service exam?

After clearing the judiciary exam, candidates can be appointed as Civil Judges, Magistrates, District Judges, or Public Prosecutors, with progressive career paths to higher judicial services and potentially elevations to the High Court or Supreme Court.