Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur — Legal Researcher for Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sameer Jain: Eligibility, stipend, tenure, and how to apply

Table of Contents

• Post snapshot
• Stipend
• Eligibility
• Skills and role expectations
• How to apply
• Selection process
• Practical tips

The Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur has invited online applications for one post of Legal Researcher on a contractual basis for deputation with Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sameer Jain, with the application window closing on 5 October 2025 by 5:00 PM. The engagement is under the Court’s Scheme for engaging Legal Researchers for a fixed tenure.

Post snapshot

• Post: Legal Researcher (Contract) for the chamber of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sameer Jain.
• Vacancy: 01 (One).
• Age limit: 33 years as on the cutoff date specified in the notice.
• Tenure: Typically 1 year under the Scheme for engaging Legal Researchers, co‑terminus with terms in the notification.

Stipend

• Consolidated stipend: ₹50,000 per month, as stated in concurrent announcements for this seat.

Eligibility

• Education: Fresh law graduate (LL.B.) or postgraduate in law (LL.M.) from a University/College/Institution established by law in India.
• Computer skills: Basic knowledge of computers is mandatory.
• Engagement restrictions: Must not be a practicing advocate or engaged/appointed elsewhere on honorarium/payment basis during the term.

Skills and role expectations

• Strong research and analytical abilities with sound knowledge of legal databases and citation practices; competence in drafting case notes, research memos, and synopses.
• Case law retrieval and synthesis; assistance in preparing briefs, legislative research, and bench memoranda as directed by chambers.
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to timelines for daily board matters.

How to apply

• Mode: Online application through the High Court’s recruitment interface.
• Timeline: Applications accepted from the opening date till 05.10.2025, 5:00 PM; no applications after the cut‑off will be entertained.
• Documents: Recent photograph, signature, proof of LL.B./LL.M., transcripts, ID/age proof; any additional declarations required under the Scheme.

Selection process

• Shortlisting based on eligibility; the Court may conduct interaction/written assessment as per the Scheme; final selection is at the discretion of the competent authority.

Practical tips

• Highlight rigorous academic achievements, publications, moots, research assistantships, or internships with courts/tribunals in the CV.
• Include concise writing samples (case notes, articles) if permitted; demonstrate familiarity with legal databases and formatting standards.
• Ensure the declaration on non‑practice/non‑engagement is complete and accurate; maintain availability for the full tenure.

Official Notification:

https://hcraj.nic.in/hcraj/hcraj_admin/uploadfile/recruitment/lrsj175826203425.pdf

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