Delhi: September 30, 2026
The Supreme Court of India has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for recruitment to 250 tentative vacancies of Junior Court Assistant (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted). The posts are placed in Level 6 of the Pay Matrix, with a basic pay of ₹35,400, besides other allowances admissible under the rules.
The recruitment advertisement, bearing No. F.6/2026-SC (RC) and dated September 30, 2026, states that online applications will be accepted from October 7, 2026, with the last date for submission being October 28, 2026, at 11:55 PM.
250 Junior Court Assistant Vacancies
The Supreme Court has notified 250 tentative vacancies for the post of Junior Court Assistant. The advertisement clarifies that the number of vacancies may be altered depending upon administrative requirements and the requirements of the Registry.
The vacancies are subject to the applicable reservation provisions, including the benefit of reservation under Rule 4A of the Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961.
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for Junior Court Assistant must possess:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university in India; and
- Knowledge of computer operation, with a typing speed of 35 words per minute (w.p.m.) on a computer.
Age Limit
As on September 1, 2026, candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 30 years of age.
The advertisement provides for age relaxation for candidates belonging to categories eligible under the applicable Government of India rules, including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, Ex-Servicemen and other specified categories.
Four-Stage Selection Process
The recruitment process comprises four stages:
1. Objective Type Test — 100 marks
The objective examination will consist of questions covering General English, General Aptitude, General Knowledge and current affairs, as well as computer-related questions and questions relating to the Supreme Court and its Registry. The duration is 2 hours, with 50% qualifying marks.
2. Typing Speed Test — 50 marks
Candidates will be required to demonstrate a minimum typing speed of 35 w.p.m., with the test carrying 50 marks. The qualifying requirement is 25 marks.
3. Written Test (Descriptive) — 100 marks
The descriptive paper will cover English Language and Essay Writing, with a duration of 2 hours and 50% qualifying marks.
4. Interview — 25 marks
Candidates qualifying the preceding stages will be called for an interview, which carries 25 marks, with 13 marks as the minimum qualifying marks.
Application Fee
Candidates belonging to the General/Unreserved category are required to pay an application fee of ₹1,500, while candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, Ex-Servicemen and eligible Economically Weaker Sections are required to pay ₹750, in addition to applicable bank charges.
The application fee is to be paid online through the prescribed payment gateway. The advertisement states that the fee will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Examination Schedule
The Supreme Court has tentatively scheduled the Objective Type Test for November 20, 2026. The dates for the Typing Speed Test, Written Test and Interview will be notified separately.
The examination is proposed to be conducted in various cities across India. Himachal Pradesh is among the States listed as having examination centres, with Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Palampur, Shimla and Una included in the list of test cities.
The advertisement also states that the Supreme Court reserves the right to shift examination centres, increase or decrease their number, or restrict the number of candidates permitted at a particular centre depending upon the number of candidates and administrative requirements.
Important Examination Instructions
The recruitment notification provides for negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the Objective Type Test.
Candidates securing the minimum qualifying marks in the objective examination will be shortlisted on merit for the next stages. The notification also provides a 1:3 ratio for shortlisting candidates for the Typing Speed Test, Written Test and Interview, subject to the prescribed conditions.
Candidates are required to keep their application number safely and regularly check the Supreme Court’s official website for updates regarding the recruitment process. The advertisement further states that no request for change of examination city/test centre or test dates will be entertained.
Application Dates at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Supreme Court of India |
| Post | Junior Court Assistant |
| Group | Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted |
| Vacancies | 250 tentative |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Typing Requirement | 35 w.p.m. on computer |
| Age Limit | 18–30 years as on September 1, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | October 7, 2026 |
| Last Date | October 28, 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Objective Test | November 20, 2026 (tentative) |
| General/UR Fee | ₹1,500 |
| Reserved/Specified Categories Fee | ₹750 + applicable bank charges |