High Court Of Jammu & Kashmir And Ladakh Hiring Research Assistants, Salary 40,000

The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has announced vacancies for temporary engagement of Research Assistants. Applications are invited from eligible candidates to fill 4 positions and create a panel for future requirements valid until September 2025. Selected candidates will receive a consolidated honorarium of Rs. 40,000 per month.

As per the official notification, applicants must be domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir or residents of Ladakh, and should possess a Law degree with at least 55% marks. The upper age limit is 33 years as on 1 January 2025. The appointment will be purely contractual for one year, extendable by another year subject to approval.

The application process is online via the High Court’s official recruitment portal from 14 August 2025 to 26 August 2025. The prescribed application fee is Rs. 250. Shortlisted candidates will be selected based on the process defined in High Court guidelines, and no TA/DA will be provided for the interview.

Important Dates:
Notification Date: 11 August 2025,
Start Date of Application: 14 August 2025,
Last Date of Application: 26 August 2025,
Last Date for Fee Payment: 26 August 2025.

Vacancy Details:
Research Assistant: 4 posts
Monthly Salary: Rs. 40,000 per month

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must be domiciles of Jammu & Kashmir as per SO 166 dated 18 May 2020 or residents of Ladakh for at least 15 years. A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (including integrated degree) from a recognized institution with at least 55% marks is required. Candidates should not have completed two years after enrolment as an Advocate. Final-year law students meeting the criteria may also apply. Knowledge of computers and legal research tools like Manupatra, SCC Online, and Westlaw is mandatory.

How to Apply:
Eligible candidates should submit applications online through the High Court’s recruitment portal between 14 and 26 August 2025 and pay the application fee of Rs. 250 within the same period.

Selection Process:
Selection will follow the procedure outlined in the High Court’s guidelines, involving assessment as per the notified process. The appointment is purely temporary and does not confer regular employee status.

High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Official Notification:
Candidates should refer to the official notification available on the High Court’s website for complete details on eligibility, responsibilities, and conditions of service.
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