Gauhati High Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Apply Now Online for Temporary Engagement Posts

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Gauhati High Court has released the official notification for temporary engagement of Law Clerks in the Principal Seat of the Gauhati High Court, Guwahati for the year 2026. Eligible Law Graduates and Post Graduates in Law can apply online for contractual Law Clerk posts.

The recruitment process includes a written examination and interview/viva-voce. Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly remuneration and will be engaged initially for 2 years, extendable by 1 year.  For more details visit Official Website:

🏢 Basic Job Information

• Organization: Gauhati High Court
• Advertisement No: HC.XXXVII-07/2026/140/R.Cell
• Advertisement Date: 06 May 2026
• Post Name: Law Clerk
• Total Vacancies: 03
• Job Type: Contract Basis Government Job
• Salary / Pay Level: ₹30,000 Per Month Fixed Pay (₹30,000 Per Month (Fixed)) + Allowances
• Location: Guwahati
• Official Website: https://ghconline.gov.in

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

• Education: 
  • Graduate / Post Graduate in Law or Doctorate in Law from a recognized University. Candidates practicing at the Bar or having professional experience/literary works in Law will get preference.
• Age Limit:
  • UR: Maximum 40 Years
  • OBC/MOBC: Maximum 43 Years
  • SC/ST(P)/ST(H): Maximum 45 Years
  • Age relaxation for PwBD candidates as per rules.
• Experience: 
  • Law practice experience or professional experience in legal field is preferred.
• Other Requirements: 
  • Candidates must be Indian citizens and should possess valid supporting documents and certificates.

📅 Important Dates

📊 Vacancy Details

💰 Salary & Benefits

• ₹30,000 Per Month Fixed Pay (₹30,000 Per Month (Fixed))
• No additional allowances mentioned in notification.
• Court Working Experience, Legal Research Exposure, Judicial Work Experience, Professional Legal Environment.

🧾 Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates must secure at least 40% marks in Assamese Language section to qualify the written exam.

📝 Selection Process

💰 Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹/-
• SC / ST / PH: ₹0/- (Exempted)
• Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking

How to Apply

Important Terms of Engagement

• Tenure: 2 years initially, extendable by 1 year.
• Termination: Can be terminated anytime without reason if recommended by the Judge.
• Undertaking required for code of conduct & duties.
• Cannot practice law or perform legal services during tenure.
• Governed by Gauhati High Court Notification No. HC.V-34/2020/904/Estt. (Pt.-II) dated 02-11-2024.

Documents Required:

🔗 Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download
• Apply Online: Click Here
• Official Website: View
• Helpdesk: [email protected] | Copy to: [email protected]

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