Recruitment Notification for Law Clerks at Gauhati High Court | Guwahati | ₹30,000 Per Month
About the Opportunity
Gauhati High Court has invited online applications for temporary engagement to 3 posts of Law Clerks in the Principal Seat at Guwahati.
The engagement is purely contractual and temporary in nature.
Position Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Law Clerk |
| Number of Posts | 3 |
| Location | Principal Seat, Gauhati High Court, Guwahati |
| Monthly Pay | ₹30,000 |
| Tenure | Initially 2 Years (Extendable by 1 Year) |
Important Dates
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 11 May 2026 (03:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 May 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Graduate/Post Graduate in Law; or
- Doctorate in Law from a recognized university in India
Preference may be given to:
- Candidates practicing at the Bar
- Candidates having professional experience
- Candidates having literary works in law
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR | 40 Years |
| OBC/MOBC | 43 Years |
| SC/ST(P)/ST(H) | 45 Years |
Age relaxation for PwBD candidates shall be as per rules.
Selection Process
Stage-I: Written Examination
Objective-type examination of 120 marks comprising:
- English – 30 Marks
- General Knowledge – 10 Marks
- General Aptitude – 10 Marks
- Knowledge in Law – 50 Marks
- Assamese Language – 20 Marks
Duration:
- 2 Hours
Candidates must secure at least 40% marks in Assamese language proficiency to qualify.
Stage-II: Interview/Viva-Voce
- 30 Marks
- Candidates in 1:3 ratio shall be shortlisted from written examination
- Minimum qualifying marks: 18 out of 30
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC/MOBC | ₹500 |
| SC/ST(P)/ST(H) | ₹250 |
| PwBD | NIL |
Important Conditions
Selected Law Clerks:
- Shall not practice law during tenure
- Shall work under terms prescribed by Gauhati High Court
- May have engagement terminated without assigning reasons
- Must adhere to prescribed code of conduct
Documents Required
Candidates are required to upload:
- Age proof
- Educational qualification certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
Interested candidates may apply online through the official portal:
Official Notification
The detailed notification issued by Gauhati High Court may be referred for complete information.
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