Judicial Internship 2026- Office of Justice K.V. Viswanathan, Supreme Court of India | Apply Now

What Is This Internship?

The Office of Justice K.V. Viswanathan, Judge, Supreme Court of India, is accepting applications for in-person, full-time judicial internships starting August 2026. This is a chance to work directly within a sitting Supreme Court judge’s chambers, exposure that few internships during law school can match. If you’re looking to understand how judicial reasoning, case management, and courtroom procedure actually work from the inside, this internship offers exactly that.

About the Internship

This internship runs on a rolling monthly basis, with each new batch starting on the first working day of the month. Applications are reviewed continuously, so there’s no fixed application window, you can apply for any upcoming month, starting August 2026. The role is in-person and full-time, based out of the Supreme Court of India.

At the start of the internship, interns go through an orientation session covering essential procedures, tools, and policies. The office provides templates and protocols so interns are properly prepared for their responsibilities from day one.

Who Should Apply?

Eligibility for this internship is fairly specific:

• Undergraduate law students in their 2nd year or above (3-year LLB programme)
• Undergraduate law students in their 4th year or above (5-year BA LLB / BBA LLB programme)
• Students who can commit to a full-time, in-person internship for their chosen month
• Applicants who can maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism, given the sensitive nature of judicial work

Important Things to Note Before Applying

• Internships start on the 1st working day of every month, unless otherwise specified.
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, apply ideally 5 weeks before your intended start month.
• Selected candidates will be interviewed telephonically or virtually.
• Confirmation of selection is communicated 2 to 4 weeks before the internship start date.
• Interns are expected to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism throughout, since the role involves sensitive judicial matters.

How to Apply for the Judicial Internship

1. Send your application via email to applications.hmjkvv@gmail.com
2. Use the subject line: “Judicial Internship – [Month – Year]” (e.g., “Judicial Internship – October 2026”)
3. Include the following in your email:
   • Full Name
   • Year & Programme
   • Name of University/College
   • Preferred Internship Month
   • City of Current Residence
   • Contact Details (Phone Number & Email ID)
   • Cover Letter
   • CV
   • A Writing Sample
4. Submit your application at least 5 weeks before your preferred start month to allow time for review.
5. Wait for a telephonic or virtual interview call, followed by confirmation 2–4 weeks before your internship begins.

This internship is free to apply for. No legitimate internship or judicial office will ever ask you to pay to apply. If anyone demands money in connection with this opportunity, it is a scam.

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