Update 3 Nov 2026: The monthly remuneration payable to the Research Assistants (Law) appointed on contract basis is revised to Rs.50,000/- per month. See the notice
Under the Telangana High Court Recruitment 2026, applications are invited from eligible law graduates for engagement as Research Assistants (Law) on a contract basis for a period of one year. Candidates holding a recognized 3-year or 5-year regular Law Degree who passed within the last two years and have not attained 30 years of age can submit their completed application form by registered post to the Registrar General on or before 30 November 2026, 5.00 P.M.
Telangana High Court Research Assistant (Law) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | High Court for the State of Telangana |
| Notification No. | Notification No.29/SO/2026 (Roc.No.2435/SO/2026) |
| Post Name(s) | Research Assistants (Law) |
| Tenure | Contract basis for a period of one year |
| Vacancies | 16 |
| Age Limit | Must not have attained the age of 30 years as on 1 July 2026 |
| Job Location | Hyderabad and Secunderabad, Telangana |
| Application Mode | Registered post with acknowledgement due |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026, 5.00 P.M. |
The official notification does not specify the pay or application fee, nor does it detail the selection process.
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Vacancy Details
A total of 16 Research Assistant (Law) vacancies are available across two offices under the High Court for the State of Telangana.
| Posting Unit / Purpose | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| To assist the Hon'ble Judges of the High Court for the State of Telangana | 14 |
| To work in the Telangana State Judicial Academy, Secunderabad | 02 |
| Total | 16 |
Who Can Apply
Candidates applying for the post of Research Assistant (Law) must meet all educational, age, and professional eligibility conditions prescribed by the High Court.
Educational Qualification
The candidate must have acquired a Degree in Law from a recognized University through either of the following regular routes:
- A 5-year regular stream after completion of 10+2 years of schooling; or
- Regular 10+2 years of schooling followed by 3 years of regular curriculum in a degree course before taking a 3-year regular law degree from a college affiliated to a recognized University.
The candidate should have passed the Degree in law within 2 years immediately preceding the date of notification for selection of Research Assistants (Law).
Age Limit
A candidate must not have attained the age of 30 years as on 1st July, preceding the last date fixed for submission of applications (as on 1 July 2026).
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Nationality: The candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Computer Knowledge: The candidate should have computer knowledge including retrieval of desired information from various search engines/processes, such as Manupatra, SCC Online, LexisNexis, Westlaw etc.
- Restriction on Other Pursuits: The candidate should not be pursuing any other course of study or pursuing any other profession or occupation, which may require them to be away from their place of work during the period of their engagement as Research Assistant (Law).
How to Apply for Telangana High Court Research Assistant (Law)
Eligible candidates must submit their application offline using the prescribed proforma by following these steps:
- Download the application proforma available on the official website of the High Court (http://tg.tshc.gov.in).
- Fill in all required particulars.
- Affix a latest passport-size photograph on the form, duly attested by a Gazetted Officer or the Principal of a Law College.
- Attach Attested (Attestation must be done by a Gazetted Officer) copies of all required documents.
- Place the completed form and enclosures into an envelope and superscribe it as: "Application for the post of Research Assistants (Law)".
- Send the application packet by registered post with acknowledgement due to the address: The Registrar General, High Court for the State of Telangana.
- Ensure the application reaches the Registry on or before 30 November 2026, 5.00 P.M.
Documents Required
Candidates must enclose copies of the following documents, duly attested by a Gazetted Officer:
- SSC certificate.
- Intermediate certificate.
- Degree certificate.
- LL.B certificate.
- Enrollment Certificates.
- E-mail ID, Contact Number & a valid ID proof issued by the State or Central Government.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 30 November 2026, 5.00 P.M. |
Telangana High Court Research Assistant (Law) Important Instructions
- The engagement is on a contract basis for a period of one year.
- Applications received after the last date will not be considered and the Registry is not responsible for the postal delay, if any.
- The High Court for the State of Telangana reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies or cancel the Notification, at any stage without assigning any reason whatsoever.
- No right to permanent appointment accrues to the candidate by virtue of the Notification.
- Attestation of certificate copies must be done by a Gazetted Officer.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification No.29/SO/2026 |
| Application Form | Download Prescribed Application Proforma |
| Official Website | High Court for the State of Telangana |