First Things First: What is SCC?
Let’s clear the basics. SCC stands for Supreme Court Cases. It is India’s most trusted and authoritative law report series, published by the Eastern Book Company (EBC). Since 1970, SCC has been the go-to legal reference for lawyers, judges, academics, and students alike. It covers every judgment delivered by the Supreme Court of India, with editorial precision, expert headnotes, and detailed case analysis.
Why SCC Stands Out: Not Just Another Law Report
Here’s where SCC makes a mark. It’s not just about publishing judgments. SCC adds value with expertly written headnotes, clear case summaries, parallel citations, and cross-referencing. Each case is reviewed and edited by top legal editors to ensure accuracy and relevance.
No other law report is quoted as often in Indian courts as SCC. Judges rely on it, lawyers reference it, and verdicts are built around it
But Wait, There’s More: SCC is Also Smart and Searchable
Thanks to EBC’s legal tech edge, SCC is available on platforms like SCC Online, making legal research faster, smarter, and way more efficient. You get advanced search, topic-based filtering, and access to a comprehensive legal database, all in one place. Print or digital, SCC is built for speed and depth.
Law Meets Legacy: The Significance of SCC
SCC is more than a law journal. It is a legal institution. For over five decades, it has captured the constitutional, civil, criminal, and commercial evolution of Indian law. If you’re tracking a landmark judgment, there’s a high chance it’s already in SCC with detailed notes and analytical commentary.
Law schools refer to it. Courts rely on it. Researchers quote it. That’s the level of trust SCC commands.
SCC Two Ways: Weekly vs. Bound
Before we help you decide, let’s lay out the two flagship offerings under the SCC umbrella:
SCC Weekly – Fresh, Fast, and Frequent
- Published in about 48 issues a year, compiled into 10 regular volumes (approx. 800 pages each), typically issued on the 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th of each month. Additional/supplementary volumes may be issued as needed.
- Ideal for staying on top of latest Supreme Court judgments, week by week.
- Annual subscription for 2025 (Regular Weekly): ₹17,999 (Registered Post)
- You can also get it in bound form (10 volumes at year-end) for ₹21,000
SCC Bound Volumes – Timeless, Tactile, and Trustworthy
- These are the hardback bound compilations of the weekly issues, durable, library-grade, and arranged year by year.
- Example pricing: You can purchase individual 2025 volumes (e.g., Volume 1, Volume 2, etc.) priced at ₹2,043 each (discounted from ₹2,150)
- For the whole historic set (1969–2025, spanning over 567 volumes), the bundle is ₹698,544 (down from ₹776,160)
SCC Weekly or SCC Bound Volumes? Here’s What Suits You
Here’s a simple guide to help you choose between SCC Weekly and SCC Bound Volumes. Two equally powerful but distinct ways to access Supreme Court case law:
Choose SCC Weekly if you:
• Crave timely updates, week after week
• Need judgments as soon as they’re released—no waiting till end-of-year volumes
• Prefer a lighter format you can handle and refer to daily
• Operate in a fast-paced, litigation-heavy environment—ideal for advocates, legal journalists, and students
• Want a cost-effective year-round subscription (₹17,999) or optionally get the bound version at year-end for ₹21,000
Bonus: You’re always ahead. It’s the perfect choice if staying current matters most.
Opt for SCC Bound Volumes if you:
• Value permanence—a physical, archival copy that lasts
• Build or curate a legal library, chamber, or institutional archive
• Appreciate polished aesthetics—hardback binding, expert headnotes, subject indexing included
• Need formal citations that are frequently referenced in courts and academia
• Don’t need immediate weekly updates and prefer a structured, chronological layout
Bonus: These volumes are not only functional, they’re prestige and permanence in print.
Pro Tip: Combine Both for Maximum Reach
Many legal professionals adopt a combo approach:
- Use SCC Weekly for real-time updates throughout the year
- Add Bound Volumes at year’s end for a sleek, authoritative archive
This way, you gain both speed and structure, ensuring you’re both current and comprehensive.
Enhance Your Legal Chamber with the Authority of SCC
Walk into any well-established lawyer’s chamber, and chances are you’ll see the signature spines of SCC Bound Volumes lining the shelves. They’re more than just books, they are a statement of authority, credibility, and legacy.
Here’s why the SCC Full Set is a powerful addition to your professional space:
- A Mark of Legal Prestige
- Built for Daily Use, Not Just Display
- Used by Thousands of Lawyers Across India
- A Chamber That Commands Respect
- An Investment That Pays Off
In a Nutshell: Why Every Legal Mind Trusts SCC
SCC by Eastern Book Company is not just a law report. It is the most trusted, widely cited, and court-recognised source for Supreme Court judgments in India. For over five decades, legal professionals have relied on SCC for its accuracy, expert headnotes, and authoritative commentary
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