The Supreme Court of India (SCI) has released the official recruitment advertisement (No. F.6/2026-SC(RC) dated 30 September 2026) for the post of Junior Court Assistant. A total of 250 tentative vacancies are notified for this Group-B Non-Gazetted post placed in Level 6 of the Pay Matrix with an initial Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400 per month plus allowances. Online applications open on 7 October 2026 and close on 28 October 2026 at 11:55 PM at sci.gov.in. The Objective Type Test is tentatively scheduled for 20 November 2026. Only Indian citizens holding a Bachelor’s degree with computer knowledge and a typing speed of 35 wpm are eligible.
Important Note: Three things every candidate must know before applying. First, the fee is Rs. 1,500 for General/UR candidates and Rs. 750 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/ESM/PwBD candidates, paid through UCO Bank’s payment gateway only. The fee is non-refundable. Second, no postal application form is accepted. Apply exclusively online at sci.gov.in. Once submitted, the form cannot be withdrawn or modified. Third, the Objective Type Test is all-India (131 centres across states and UTs) but the Typing Speed Test, Written Test (Descriptive) and Interview are conducted in Delhi/NCR only. Factor this into your preparation.
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Supreme Court of India (SCI) |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/2026-SC(RC) dated 30 September 2026 |
| Post | Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies | 250 (tentative) |
| Pay Level | Level 6 of Pay Matrix |
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs. 35,400 per month plus allowances |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree + Computer knowledge + Typing 35 wpm |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years as on 01 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only at sci.gov.in |
| Application Start | 7 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 28 October 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Objective Type Test | 20 November 2026 (tentative) |
| Official Website | sci.gov.in |
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 7 October 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 28 October 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Objective Type Test (tentative) | 20 November 2026 |
| Answer Keys Upload | 22 November 2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Window | 22 November to 23 November 2026, 11:55 PM (tentative) |
| Typing Speed Test, Written Test and Interview | Dates to be notified on sci.gov.in |
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in India |
| Computer Knowledge | Required |
| Typing Speed | 35 words per minute on computer (in English) |
| Age | 18 to 30 years as on 01 September 2026 |
All eligibility conditions are reckoned as on 01 September 2026. Admission at all stages is provisional; documents are verified at document verification stage.
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Period of military service + 3 years |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters | Maximum 5 years over the upper age limit |
| Departmental Candidates (SCI Registry) | No upper age limit |
| Other Govt/PSU/Bank Employees | No age relaxation |
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | Rs. 1,500 + bank charges |
| SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Ex-Servicemen/Physically Challenged | Rs. 750 + bank charges |
| Payment Mode | Online only, via UCO Bank payment gateway |
| Answer Key Objection Fee | Rs. 100 per objection (refunded if objection is found valid) |
Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. No postal fee accepted.
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
Four-Stage Selection Process
| Stage | Test | Marks | Duration | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Objective Type Test (100 MCQs) | 100 | 1.5 hours | 50 |
| Stage 2 | Typing Speed Test on Computer (English, 35 wpm) | 50 | 10 minutes | 25 |
| Stage 3 | Written Test (Descriptive) in English | 100 | 2 hours | 50 |
| Stage 4 | Interview | 25 | – | 13 |
Note: Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer in the Objective Type Test.
Objective Type Test: Subject-wise Distribution (100 Questions)
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General English including Comprehension | 20 |
| General Aptitude | 15 |
| General Knowledge | 15 |
| Provisions relating to Judiciary in the Constitution of India | 15 |
| Supreme Court Rules, 2013 | 10 |
| Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961 | 10 |
| Computer Knowledge | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
Shortlisting Ratios
- After Objective Type Test: Top candidates shortlisted in ratio 1:10 (vacancies to candidates) for Typing Speed Test and Written Test.
- After all three tests: Candidates shortlisted in ratio 1:3 (vacancies to candidates) for Interview.
Test Centres
- Objective Type Test: 131 centres across states and UTs (candidates select cities in order of preference).
- Typing Speed Test and Written Test (Descriptive): Delhi/NCR only.
- Interview: Delhi (online or physical mode as directed).
- No request for change of city/centre/date entertained. No TA/DA payable.
Typing Speed Test Rules
- Mistakes allowed: 3% of total words typed.
- An error in a word/figure = full mistake.
- Wrong capitalisation or missing/wrong punctuation = half mistake.
- Only candidates who qualify the Typing Speed Test have their Written Test evaluated.
Written Test (Descriptive): Content
- Comprehension Passage
- Precis Writing
- Essay Writing
Answer Key Process
- Answer keys uploaded on 22 November 2026.
- Objections submitted online only between 22-23 November 2026 (till 11:55 PM).
- Objection fee: Rs. 100 per objection (refunded if valid).
- Decision of competent authority on objections is final.
How to Apply for Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Supreme Court of India website at sci.gov.in and find the Recruitment link for Junior Court Assistant.
- Register on the portal and fill in the online Application Form.
- Enter Name, Father’s name, Mother’s name and Date of Birth exactly as in the Class X/Matriculation certificate.
- Select Objective Type Test cities in order of preference.
- Upload scanned copies of: recent photograph, signature, Class X and XII certificates, Graduation certificate, caste/community certificate (if applicable) and disability certificate (if applicable).
- Furnish the undertaking that you have read and agree to the terms and conditions.
- Pay the applicable fee online through UCO Bank’s payment gateway.
- Submit the form before 28 October 2026 (11:55 PM), preview it and take a printout for your records.
- Note your Application Number carefully – needed for admit card and all further communications.
Important: Application cannot be withdrawn or modified after submission. Only one application per candidate. If multiple forms are submitted, only the one with the latest Application Number is considered.
Important Conditions
- Candidates working in Central/State Government Departments, Nationalised Banks or PSUs must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of document verification.
- Candidates who are not employed at application time but get employment during the process must immediately inform the Branch Officer, Recruitment Cell at the official email.
- Name, father’s name, mother’s name and date of birth must match the Matriculation certificate. Any change of name requires a Gazette Notification.
- If any information furnished is found incorrect/false, candidature is cancelled without notice.
- Keep a valid personal email ID and mobile number active throughout the process. Admit Cards are downloaded from sci.gov.in – not sent by post.
- Reservation is as per Rule 4A of the Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961. Category-wise vacancy breakup is not specified in the advertisement.
- The Registry reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify or alter the selection process without notice.
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Supreme Court of India Official Website | Click Here |
Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026?
250 tentative vacancies for Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted, Level 6) in the Registry of the Supreme Court of India.
Q2. When does the application open and close?
Application opens: 7 October 2026. Last date: 28 October 2026 at 11:55 PM at sci.gov.in.
Q3. What is the qualification required?
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in India with computer knowledge and a typing speed of 35 wpm on computer.
Q4. What is the age limit?
18 to 30 years as on 1 September 2026, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, freedom fighter dependents and SCI Departmental candidates.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,500 (plus bank charges) for General/UR candidates. Rs. 750 (plus bank charges) for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD. Paid online via UCO Bank only.
Q6. When is the Objective Type Test?
Tentatively on 20 November 2026. Answer keys to be uploaded on 22 November 2026.
Q7. Where are the tests conducted?
Objective Type Test: 131 centres across India. Typing Speed Test and Written Test: Delhi/NCR only. Interview: Delhi.
Q8. What is the salary?
Level 6 of the Pay Matrix with an initial Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400 per month plus applicable allowances.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official Supreme Court of India Junior Court Assistant Recruitment Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC(RC) dated 30 September 2026 published on sci.gov.in. Vacancy figures are tentative and subject to change. Candidates must read the full official notification before applying. JobShouter is not associated with the Supreme Court of India. This article is for informational purposes only.
