The Bombay High Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2025 is an exciting opportunity for fresh law graduates and postgraduates to gain hands-on experience in the judicial system.
The High Court of Judicature at Bombay and its benches in Nagpur and Aurangabad have announced vacancies for Law Clerk positions on a contractual basis for one year. Here’s a detailed overview of the recruitment process, including eligibility, vacancies, and application steps.
Bombay High Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2025 – Vacancies
The High Court of Bombay has allocated the following number of positions for its main seat and benches:
- Principal Seat at Bombay: 37
- Bench at Nagpur: 11
- Bench at Aurangabad: 16
Total vacancies: 64 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Bombay High Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Education:
- Fresh law graduates who passed their final LLB examination on the first attempt with a minimum of 55% marks, or
- Candidates holding a Postgraduate Degree in Law.
- Preference may be given to candidates with a postgraduate degree.
- Age Limit:
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Technical Skills:
- Basic knowledge of computers, laptops, and software related to case laws is mandatory.
- Recommendation:
- Applications must be recommended by:
- The principal of the law college where the candidate studied, or
- Presidents of the respective Bar Associations for specific benches (e.g., Bombay Bar Association, High Court Bar Associations of Nagpur, Aurangabad, or Panaji-Goa).
- Applications must be recommended by:
Application Process for Bombay High Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2025
To apply for the Bombay High Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2025, candidates must submit their application along with self-attested documents and a recommendation from their Law College Principal or the relevant Bar Association President. The application, addressed to the Registrar (Personnel), High Court, Appellate Side, Bombay, should reach the office at the given address on or before 29th January 2025 by 5:00 PM through Speed Post, R.P.A.D., Hand Delivery, or Courier.
Ensure the envelope is superscribed with “Application for Appointment of Law Clerk” and include a non-refundable application fee of ₹500 via Postal Order or Demand Draft in favor of “Assistant Registrar for Registrar General, High Court, Appellate Side, Bombay.” Late applications will not be accepted.
Bombay High Court Law Clerk Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
- Interview:
- Eligible candidates will be called for a personal interview at the High Court, Bombay. Details will be shared via email and the official website.
- Evaluation:
- Interviews will be scored out of 50 marks. A minimum of 25 marks is required to pass.
- Approval:
- The final selection is subject to the approval of the Hon’ble Chief Justice.
Stipend
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated stipend of ₹65,000 per month. However, no additional allowances will be provided.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 10th January 2025
- Application Deadline: 29th January 2025
- Interview Date: To be announced on the official website.
Important Links:
Official Website Link
Official Notification Link
Short Notification
Application PDF