The Supreme Court of India (SCI) Recruitment Cell has notified 65 vacancies for the post of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B Non-Gazetted) under Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC). Online applications are open at sci.gov.in from 20 October 2026 to 10 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM). The selection includes an Objective Type Test tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026, followed by a Shorthand Test, a Typing Speed Test on computer and an Interview.
Important Note
1. The last date to apply online is 10 November 2026 up to 11:55 PM. Do not wait until the last day — modifications are not permitted after final submission.
2. English shorthand at 110 words per minute and computer typing in English at 40 words per minute are mandatory eligibility requirements. Candidates who do not meet these speed standards are not eligible.
3. The Objective Type Test includes questions specifically on the Provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India and the Supreme Court Rules 2013. Prepare these two areas alongside general English and GK.
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Supreme Court of India, Recruitment Cell |
| Post Name | Senior Personal Assistant (Group B Non-Gazetted) |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) |
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 65 (Tentative) |
| Qualification | Degree from a recognised university + shorthand (110 wpm) + computer typing (40 wpm) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years as on 1 October 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level 8, Pay Matrix (Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1,500 (General) / Rs. 750 (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Ex-SM/PH) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Objective Type Test (Tentative) | 7 December 2026 |
| Job Location | New Delhi (Supreme Court of India Registry) |
| Official Website | sci.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 12 October 2026 |
| Online application start | 20 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 10 November 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Objective Type Test (Tentative) | 7 December 2026 |
| Answer key upload (Tentative) | 8 December 2026 |
| Objection window (Tentative) | 8 December 2026 to 9 December 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Shorthand Test, Typing Test, Interview dates | Not yet announced |
Vacancy
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant (Group B Non-Gazetted) | All categories (tentative) | 65 |
Category-wise vacancy distribution is not mentioned in the available information. Check the official notification PDF at sci.gov.in.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
A Degree from a recognised university in India.
Skill Requirements
| Skill | Minimum Standard |
|---|---|
| English Shorthand | 110 words per minute |
| Computer Typing (English) | 40 words per minute |
| Computer Operation | Proficiency required |
Both the shorthand and typing speeds are mandatory eligibility conditions, not just selection criteria.
Age Limit (as on 1 October 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 to 30 years |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / PH / Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules |
| Dependants of freedom fighters | Up to 5 years over and above the prescribed limit |
| Departmental candidates of the SCI Registry | No upper age limit |
| Candidates from other Government Departments / PSUs / Nationalised Banks | No relaxation |
Pay Scale
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 8, Pay Matrix |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100 |
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs. 47,600 |
| Other benefits | Allowances as admissible under the Rules |
Application Fee
Fee is non-refundable and paid online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,500 + Bank charges |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-Servicemen / Physically Challenged | Rs. 750 + Bank charges |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection has four stages. Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks in each stage to proceed.
| Stage | Details | Maximum Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Objective Type Test | 100 MCQs, 1½ hours, no negative marking | 100 | 50 |
| 2. Shorthand (English) Test | 110 wpm dictation (7 minutes), transcription (45 minutes) | 100 | 50 |
| 3. Typing Speed Test on Computer | English, 40 wpm, 10 minutes; permissible error 3% | 20 | 10 |
| 4. Interview | — | 30 | 15 |
| Total | 250 | — |
Objective Type Test — Subject-wise Breakdown
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India | 25 | 25 |
| Supreme Court Rules 2013 | 15 | 15 |
| Knowledge of Computer Operation | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
No negative marking in the Objective Type Test.
Shorthand Test: Permissible errors are 5% of the total words dictated.
Typing Speed Test: Permissible errors are 3% of the total words typed.
How to Apply Online
- Visit sci.gov.in.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and open the application link for Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026.
- Register online with your personal details.
- Fill in the application form completely and accurately. No modifications are permitted after final submission.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature and required documents: Class X certificate, Class XII certificate, Graduation certificate, category or community certificate and disability certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
- Preview, submit and take a printout of the filled-up application form. Do not send the printout to the Registry.
What Candidates Should Do Now
- Start preparing the Objective Type Test now, with particular focus on the Constitution of India (judiciary provisions) and the Supreme Court Rules 2013 — these together carry 40 of the 100 marks.
- Practise English shorthand daily to maintain or exceed 110 wpm. The permissible error limit is only 5%.
- Practise English computer typing to maintain 40 wpm. The permissible error limit is 3%.
- Complete your application before the last date. Modifications are not allowed after submission.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC)) | Click Here |
| Supreme Court of India Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026?
There are 65 tentative vacancies for the Senior Personal Assistant post in the Supreme Court of India Registry.
What is the last date to apply?
10 November 2026 up to 11:55 PM at sci.gov.in.
What shorthand and typing speed is required?
English shorthand at 110 words per minute and computer typing in English at 40 words per minute are mandatory eligibility requirements.
When is the SCI Senior Personal Assistant Objective Type Test?
The test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026.
Is there negative marking in the Objective Type Test?
No. There is no negative marking in the Objective Type Test.
What is the salary for SCI Senior Personal Assistant?
The initial basic pay is Rs. 47,600 at Level 8 of the Pay Matrix, plus allowances as admissible under the Rules.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,500 plus bank charges for General/Unreserved candidates. Rs. 750 plus bank charges for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Ex-Servicemen/Physically Challenged candidates. Fee is paid online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
Disclaimer
This article is based on Supreme Court of India Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) dated 12 October 2026. The vacancy count is tentative and the Objective Type Test date is also tentative as stated in the notification. Category-wise vacancy distribution is not available in the source. Check sci.gov.in for all updates including admit card and further stage dates. JobShouter is not associated with the Supreme Court of India. This article is for informational purposes only.
