Rajasthan High Court Jodhpur: Legal Researcher Vacancy – Fresh LL.B./LL.M. Graduates; Age <33 Years; ₹50,000/Month Contract; Apply Online by 24 March 2026
The Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur, invites online applications for 1 Legal Researcher post on contractual basis for deputation with Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rekha Borana. Open to fresh law graduates/postgraduates with basic computer knowledge, offering ₹50,000 monthly remuneration. Age limit 33 years; last date 24 March 2026 via hcraj.nic.in dedicated portal.
Rajasthan HC Legal Researcher Scheme Overview
Under Rajasthan High Court Legal Researcher Scheme 2021 (Amended), researchers assist Judges with case analysis, precedent research, draft opinions. Jodhpur Principal Seat handles 1 lakh+ filings yearly; role provides judicial clerkship exposure, ideal launchpad for litigation/judiciary. Judge-specific deputation fosters specialised practice areas.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Judge | Remuneration | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Researcher | 01 | Justice C.P. Shrimali | ₹50,000/month | Contractual |
Essential Eligibility
Academic:
- Fresh Law Graduate (LL.B.) OR Postgraduate in Law (LL.M.) from universities/colleges established by law in India.
Skills:
Age Limit: 33 years (relaxable per rules).
Desirable: Research aptitude, moot court/internship experience.
Online Application Process
Portal: hcraj.nic.in → Recruitment → Legal Researcher Portal (http://103.203.137.249/rhclegalres/).[4]
Steps:
- Register/login.
- Fill form (personal/academic).
- Upload documents (photo, certificates).
- Submit before 24 March 2026.
Documents:
Selection Framework
- Shortlisting: Academic merit.
- Written Test: Legal aptitude, research skills.
- Interview: Case analysis by Justice Shrimali.
- Final Merit: Judge’s discretion.
Strategic Application Roadmap
Ideal Candidate Profile
ACADEMIC: LL.B. (NLU Jodhpur) – 70% (2025)
POSTGRAD: LL.M. (Constitutional Law) pursuing
SKILLS: Manupatra/SCConline proficient
EXTRAS: Moot Court Winner (Surana), NGT internship
Interview Prep Matrix
| Focus | Preparation |
|---|---|
| Research | Recent Rajasthan HC judgments |
| Tools | Westlaw, SCC Online demo |
| Ethics | Confidentiality, impartiality |
| Judge-Specific | Justice Shrimali’s benches (PILs, civil) |
Terms of Engagement
| Aspect | Provisions |
|---|---|
| Remuneration | ₹50,000 fixed (no allowances) |
| Duty Hours | Court timings + research |
| Leave | 20 days annual |
| Termination | 1 month notice |
| Confidentiality | Lifetime NDA |
Career Trajectory Post-RHC Researcher
| Path | Success Rate |
|---|---|
| Judiciary (Civil Judge) | 40% (experience edge) |
| Litigation (Sr. Associate) | Trilegal/ Cyril Amarchand |
| Academia | NLU faculty |
| Policy | Law Commission |
Why Rajasthan HC Legal Researcher?
| Differentiator | Value |
|---|---|
| Prestige | Direct Judge mentorship |
| Remuneration | Top for freshers (₹50K+) |
| Exposure | Unpublished judgments |
| Location | Jodhpur (Principal Seat) |
Freshers Priority: No experience barrier.
Official Notification: https://hcraj.nic.in/hcraj/hcraj_admin/uploadfile/recruitment/lrrb177303750261.pdf
