Engagement of Law Researcher on Contractual Basis

📋 Job Description

- Engagement of Law Researchers on a contractual basis for the High Court of Uttarakhand.
- Role involves legal research, case analysis, and support to Hon’ble Judges.
- Fixed monthly honorarium of ₹50,000/- with no additional allowances or perks.
- Short-term engagement extendable up to 3 years (or till retirement/cessation of the Hon’ble Judge).
- Candidates must not be engaged elsewhere on a paid basis during the tenure.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Graduate in law from a recognized law school/college/university/institute in India.
- Eligible for enrolment as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India.
- Final-year law students (3-year/5-year degree) may apply, subject to proof of qualification at the time of interview/joining.
- Must possess good working knowledge of computers.
- Maximum age limit: 30 years as on the application date (relaxable by the Chief Justice in exceptional cases).
- Must be a citizen of India.
- Must not be engaged or appointed elsewhere on a paid/honorarium basis at the time of joining.
- Must not have been involved in any criminal case involving moral turpitude.
- Must not be facing any disciplinary proceedings before the Bar Council of India or any other authority.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection based on assessment as prescribed by the Hon’ble Judge concerned.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the assessment/interview.
- Final selection is at the discretion of the Hon’ble Judge to whom the Law Researcher is to be attached.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.

📊 Key Information

Organization	High Court of Uttarakhand
Location / State	Uttarakhand
Job Location	Nainital, Uttarakhand
Category Eligibility	All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, etc.).
Experience Required	No prior experience is required; fresh graduates and final-year students are eligible.
Last Date to Apply	03 August 2026

📊 HCUK Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Law Researcher	1
Total	1

📁 Required Documents

- Proof of educational qualification (degree certificate or final-year mark sheet).
- Proof of age (birth certificate, Aadhaar card, or other valid document).
- Proof of citizenship (Aadhaar card, passport, or voter ID).
- Certificate of good conduct (if applicable).
- Undertaking/Declaration as prescribed in Schedule-II (to be signed before joining).
- Any other documents as specified in the official notification.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 1 (for the post of Law Researcher).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the eligibility criteria for applying as a Law Researcher in the High Court of Uttarakhand?

A. The candidate must be a graduate in law from a recognized institution in India, eligible for enrollment as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India. Final-year law students can also apply if they provide proof of acquiring the law qualification before joining. The candidate must be under 30 years of age, a citizen of India, and have good working knowledge of computers. They must not be engaged elsewhere on a payment basis, have a criminal record involving moral turpitude, or face disciplinary proceedings.

Q. What is the term and nature of engagement for a Law Researcher?

A. Law Researchers are engaged on a short-term contractual basis, extendable up to three years or until the retirement of the Hon’ble Judge, whichever is earlier. In exceptional cases, the term may be extended to four years based on performance. The engagement does not confer any right to regular appointment or continuance beyond the contract period. The Law Researcher may be discharged prematurely without notice, and they must provide one month’s prior written notice if they wish to leave.

Q. What is the remuneration for a Law Researcher?

A. A Law Researcher is paid a fixed monthly honorarium of ₹50,000. The honorarium may be revised from time to time. No additional allowances or perks are provided.

Q. How are candidates selected for the position of Law Researcher?

A. Selection is based on an assessment prescribed by the Hon’ble Judge concerned. Only shortlisted candidates are called for the assessment. The final selection is made by the Hon’ble Judge to whom the Law Researcher will be attached. The Judge may decide whether to call an applicant for an interview at their discretion.

Q. What is the application process for the Law Researcher position?

A. Candidates must apply online through the prescribed Google Form available on the High Court of Uttarakhand’s official website. The application must be submitted by 03.08.2026. Incomplete applications or those not meeting eligibility criteria will be rejected without notice. No other mode of application will be accepted.