The Supreme Court of India has published an official recruitment notification to fill 250 tentative vacancies for the post of Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted). Eligible Indian citizens holding a Bachelor’s degree can apply online through the official Supreme Court website starting October 7, 2026. Detailed information on eligibility, examination scheme, age limit, salary, and step-by-step application instructions are provided below.
Recruitment Overview
- Recruitment Authority: Supreme Court of India
- Post Name: Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted)
- Target Keyword: Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Total Vacancies: 250 (Tentative)
- Pay Scale: Level 6 Pay Matrix with initial Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400/- plus applicable allowances.
- Educational Qualification: Graduation degree from a recognized University in India, basic computer operations knowledge, and English typing speed of 35 w.p.m. on computer.
- Age Limit (as on 01.09.2026): Minimum 18 years to Maximum 30 years. Relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD and up to 5 years for dependents of freedom fighters. No upper age limit for Registry departmental candidates.
- Application Fee: Rs. 1,500/- for General/Unreserved candidates; Rs. 750/- for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/Ex-Servicemen/Physically Challenged candidates (plus bank charges). Payment accepted online through UCO Bank payment gateway only.
- Key Dates: Online Registration Starts: 07.10.2026 | Last Date to Apply: 28.10.2026 (11:55 PM) | Objective Test Date (Tentative): 20.11.2026.
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Scheme of Examination
The selection process for the Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant post consists of four distinct stages:
- Stage 1: Objective Type Test (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Total Questions: 100 Questions
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Maximum Marks: 100 Marks
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50 Marks
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Syllabus Breakup: General English (20 questions), General Aptitude (15 questions), General Knowledge (15 questions), Provisions relating to Judiciary in the Constitution of India (15 questions), Supreme Court Rules 2013 (10 questions), Supreme Court Officers and Servants Rules 1961 (10 questions), Computer Knowledge (15 questions).
- Stage 2: Typing Speed Test on Computer
- Language: English
- Speed Requirement: Minimum 35 w.p.m.
- Duration: 10 Minutes
- Maximum Marks: 50 Marks
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 25 Marks
- Mistakes Allowed: Up to 3% of total words typed. (Error in a word/figure counts as a full mistake; wrong capitalization or omitted/added punctuation counts as a half mistake).
- Stage 3: Written Test (Descriptive)
- Language: English
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Maximum Marks: 100 Marks
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50 Marks
- Components: Comprehension passage, Precis Writing, and Essay Writing. (Descriptive papers will be evaluated only for candidates qualifying the Computer Typing Speed Test).
- Stage 4: Interview
- Maximum Marks: 25 Marks
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 13 Marks
- Shortlisting Ratio: Candidates qualifying all three previous tests will be called for interview in a 1:3 ratio against total vacancies.
Note: The objective test will be conducted across multiple cities in India (including Shillong, Meghalaya). Typing test and Descriptive test will be conducted in Delhi/NCR, and the interview in Delhi.
How to Apply Step-by-Step
Follow these steps to complete and submit the online application form:
- Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at www.sci.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment section and click on the online application link for "Junior Court Assistant Examination-2026" (Advt No. F.6/2026-SC (RC)).
- Fill in basic personal details, educational qualifications, communication address, and select preferred test city centers.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents: recent photograph, signature, Class 10th certificate, Class 12th certificate, Graduation degree certificate, and Category/Disability certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online through the UCO Bank payment gateway (Rs. 1500 for General/Unreserved; Rs. 750 for SC/ST/OBC/ESM/PwD).
- Review all submitted details carefully, accept the terms and conditions undertaking, and submit the form.
- Save the Application Number and take a printout of the filled Application Form for future record.
Key Information & Links
- Online Application Form: From 07.10.2026
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