Offline Legal Internship at Office of Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Kotiswar Singh (New Delhi); Apply Now!

By Devayani
Offline Legal Internship at Office of Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Kotiswar Singh [October 2025 onwards| New Delhi | Judicial Clerkship & Legal Research] Apply Now

About the Organization

The Office of Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Kotiswar Singh, Judge of the Supreme Court of India, offers a unique opportunity for law students and fresh graduates to gain first-hand exposure to judicial processes at the highest court of the country.

Justice N. Kotiswar Singh is a distinguished jurist with a long-standing contribution to Indian constitutional law, public law, and jurisprudence. His office is known for encouraging academic rigor, fostering practical learning, and providing mentorship to aspiring legal professionals. The internship program reflects this ethos and seeks to create a platform where law students can sharpen their research, drafting, and analytical skills under judicial guidance.


About the Event

This judicial internship is designed to provide selected interns with hands-on exposure to legal research, case analysis, and judicial proceedings at the Supreme Court of India. Interns will assist in preparing briefs, conducting doctrinal and comparative research, and analyzing case records.

The program is particularly valuable for students aspiring to pursue careers in litigation, constitutional law, public policy, or academia, as it bridges the gap between theoretical legal knowledge and practical application in the courtroom.

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Special encouragement is extended to applicants belonging to Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Jammu & Kashmir, Leh, and Ladakh.


Event Timeline

StageDate
Event Start DateOctober 2025 onwards
Event End DateRolling (ongoing throughout the year)
Registration DeadlineRolling basis (apply at least 4 weeks in advance of preferred month)
Result AnnouncementShortlisted candidates notified via email

Format and Structure

The program follows a direct application and selection process:

  1. Application Submission: Candidates apply via the official online form.
  2. Screening Phase: Applications are evaluated based on academic record, drafting and research skills, and clarity of interest.
  3. Selection: Successful candidates are notified through email communication.

Internship tasks will include:

  • Legal research on constitutional and statutory issues.
  • Drafting briefs, memos, and case summaries.
  • Attending and observing court proceedings.
  • Exposure to judicial decision-making and administrative functioning of the Supreme Court.

Location and Mode

  • Venue: Supreme Court of India, New Delhi.
  • Mode: Offline (in-person internship at the Judge’s office).

Additional Highlights

  • Stipend: This internship is unpaid.
  • Prizes/Perks: Internship completion certificate; opportunity to work under the supervision of a sitting Supreme Court Judge.
  • Eligibility:
    • Law students in the 2nd year or above of a 3-year course.
    • Law students in the 3rd year or above of a 5-year course.
    • Fresh law graduates.
  • Registration Fee: Free (no application charges).
  • Mentors: Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Kotiswar Singh and his law clerks/research assistants.
  • Team/Individual: Individual internship opportunity only.

FAQs

Q1: Who can participate in this internship opportunity?
A: Law students (2nd year onwards of 3-year LL.B / 3rd year onwards of 5-year LL.B) and fresh graduates are eligible. Preference is given to applicants from the North-Eastern states, J&K, Leh, and Ladakh.

Q2: Is there a registration or participation fee?
A: No, the internship application process is free of charge.

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Q3: Will all participants receive a certificate?
A: Yes, interns who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate of internship from the Judge’s office.

Q4: What are the rewards for interns?
A: Practical exposure to judicial processes, research mentorship, and the prestige of working under a sitting Supreme Court Judge.

Q5: Can international students apply?
A: No, the opportunity is open only to Indian law students and graduates.

Q6: Is team participation allowed?
A: No, only individual applications will be accepted.

Q7: How will the internship be conducted?
A: The internship will be conducted offline at the Supreme Court of India in New Delhi.



Downloadables

[Sample Cover Letter (PDF)]


Contact

  • Email: Not provided (applications only via online link).

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