Madras High Court Recruitment 2026 is a fantastic opportunity for law professionals looking to work with the judiciary. The High Court of Madras has released Notification No. 6/2026 inviting eligible Indian citizens to apply online for the posts of Research Fellow and Research Assistant on an ad-hoc basis at the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy, Chennai. There are a total of 04 vacancies available. The selection will be based on academic records and a Viva-voce. Interested candidates can submit their applications online before the last date, 20th February 2026. Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary of up to Rs. 45,000. Read below for full details on eligibility, age limit, and how to apply.
Madras High Court Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
09 January 2026
Application Start Date
09 January 2026
Last Date For Registration
20 February 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
Not Applicable
Viva-Voce / Interview Date
To be notified later
Exam Date
No Written Exam (Viva-Voce Only)
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
Nil (Not Specified in Notification)
SC / ST / PH
Nil
Payment Mode
Not Applicable
(Note: The official notification does not mention any application fee for this specific recruitment).
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Age Calculation Date
As on 01.01.2026
Minimum Age
Not explicitly specified (Must hold Law Degree)
Maximum Age
30 Years
Date of Birth Limit
Applicant should not have been born before 02.01.1996
Age Relaxation
As per High Court rules (Not specified in this short notice)
Madras High Court Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Detail
Information
Total Posts
04 Posts
Notification Number
No. 6/2026
Post Name 1
Research Fellow
Post Name 2
Research Assistant
Location
Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy, Chennai
Madras High Court Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Eligibility / Qualification
Research Fellow
• Post Graduate in Law (under 10+2+3+3+2 or 10+2+5+2 pattern) from a recognized University. • Recognized by Bar Council of India. • Must be skilled in computer usage and online legal search engines.
Research Assistant
• Graduate in Law (under 10+2+3+3 or 10+2+5 pattern) from a recognized University. • Recognized by Bar Council of India. • Must be skilled in computer usage and online legal search engines.
Ineligibility
Applicants currently pursuing a PG Degree or other courses requiring compulsory attendance are not eligible.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Vacancy
Research Fellow
01
Research Assistant
03
Total
04
(Note: The notification provides the total count but does not break it down by caste categories like SC/ST/OBC).
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Requirements
Photograph
Recent passport size (taken professionally), .jpg format, 20KB–50KB, white background.
Signature
Scanned signature, .jpg format, below 20KB.
Educational Certificates
SSLC, HSC, Bachelor’s Degree in Law (with mark sheets), PG Degree (if applicable).
Enrolment Certificate
Bar Council Enrolment Certificate.
Other Docs
Experience Certificate (if any), Computer Skill proof (if any). All docs below 115 KB.
Madras High Court Recruitment 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Criteria
Details
Exam Mode
No Written Examination
Selection Basis
Shortlisting based on Academic Record and Co-curricular achievements.
Final Stage
Viva-Voce (Interview)
Interview Location
Chennai only
Selection Process
Stage
Description
1. Shortlisting
Candidates will be shortlisted based on marks obtained in their Law Degree (Academic Record) and achievements in co-curricular activities.
2. Viva-Voce
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in Chennai to assess their suitability.
3. Document Verification
Verification of original certificates.
Madras High Court Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post Name
Consolidated Pay (Per Month)
Research Fellow
Rs. 45,000/-
Research Assistant
Rs. 30,000/-
Job Type
Contract Basis (1 Year, extendable by 1 more year)
How to Apply for Madras High Court Recruitment 2026
Step
Instruction
1. Registration
Visit the official portal (link below). Click “Register Yourself”. Enter Name, Email, and Mobile Number to get your User ID and Password.
2. Login
Log in using the credentials sent to your email/mobile.
3. Fill Details
Complete the 5-step application: Personal Info, Educational Qualification, Additional Info, Declaration, and Confirmation.
4. Upload Photos
Upload your passport-size photo (20-50 KB) and signature (under 20 KB).
5. Upload Docs
Scan and upload required certificates (SSLC, Law Degree, Enrolment cert, etc.) in the prescribed size (below 115 KB).
6. Preview & Submit
Carefully check the “Preview”. Once you click “Submit Application”, no changes can be made.
7. Print Application
Download the PDF of the submitted application form for your future reference. Do not send hard copies to the court.
