Judicial Internship Programme – Office of Hon’ble Mr. Justice M.M. Sundresh, Supreme Court of India
The Office of Hon’ble Mr. Justice M.M. Sundresh, Judge, Supreme Court of India, invites applications for its Judicial Internship Programme for August 2026 and September 2026. Selected interns work closely with the judge’s office and, as a result, gain direct exposure to judicial research, legal drafting, case analysis, and the functioning of India’s highest court.
About the Internship
This internship gives law students a rare, close-up view of how judicial reasoning develops at the Supreme Court level. In particular, interns assist with legal research on matters listed before the Court, support case analysis, and help prepare structured briefs on complex legal questions. Because of this hands-on exposure, the experience suits students planning careers in litigation, constitutional law, academia, or judicial clerkships.
Areas of Exposure
- Constitutional Law
- Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence
- Supreme Court Practice and Procedure
- Judicial Research
- Legal Writing and Brief Preparation
- Case Law Analysis
Key Responsibilities
Selected interns will conduct legal research on constitutional and statutory issues, prepare case briefs and legal summaries, and analyse precedents relevant to pending matters. In addition, they will assist in compiling research materials for judicial consideration. Overall, these tasks sharpen analytical writing skills and, at the same time, introduce interns to a professional judicial research environment.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- Students in the 4th year or final year of a 5-year B.A. LL.B. (or equivalent) programme
- Students in the 2nd year (4th semester) or final year of a 3-year LL.B. programme
Important Dates
- August 2026 Internship: Application deadline – 10 July 2026
- September 2026 Internship: Application deadline – 10 August 2026
Since the office runs two overlapping cycles, applicants should clearly indicate their preferred internship month while applying.
Selection Process
Shortlisting is based on academic merit. Following this, candidates undergo a typed brief-making exercise, which forms the final stage of selection. Once selected, candidates are contacted approximately two weeks before the internship begins. Because attendance is mandatory in person, selected interns must participate in court observation and research work under the supervision of the judicial office.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted only through the official Google Form below. Therefore, make sure to apply well before the deadline, since late submissions cannot be considered.
Why This Internship Matters
A Supreme Court judicial internship strengthens your legal CV for litigation, judicial clerkships, an LL.M., or competitive law exams. Meanwhile, it also builds professional legal research and analytical skills, offering unmatched exposure to appellate advocacy and judicial decision-making at the highest level in India.
