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Join WhatsApp ChannelJoin TelegramSupreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026: 20 Posts at Level 11 (₹67,700) – Apply Online 25 Oct to 15 Nov
The Supreme Court of India has notified 20 Court Master (Shorthand) posts at Pay Level 11 (₹67,700). Graduates with English shorthand at 120 wpm, typing at 40 wpm and 5 years' service as Private Secretary / Senior PA / PA can apply on sci.gov.in from 25/10/2026 to 15/11/2026.
Official Notification PDF: SCI Court Master (Shorthand) Notice 2026 – Official PDF
20 Court Master (Shorthand) Posts – Degree + 120 wpm Shorthand + 5 yrs PS/PA Experience – Level 11
Short Summary: Age 30–45 years. Fee ₹1,500 (General/OBC) or ₹750 (SC/ST/ex-servicemen/PwD). Selection: an objective test (tentatively 07/12/2026), an English shorthand test, a computer typing test and an interview.
Important Dates – SCI Court Master 2026 | |
| Online application: | 25/10/2026 – 15/11/2026 |
| Objective test (tentative): | 07/12/2026 |
Application Fee | |
| General / OBC: | ₹1,500 + bank charges |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen / PwD / Freedom Fighter dependants: | ₹750 + bank charges |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
📺 SCI Court Master 2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide
Watch our video guide covering eligibility, important dates, fee, vacancy details, and how to apply online.
Important Links | |
| Apply Online: | Apply Online – sci.gov.in (from 25 Oct 2026) |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | SCI Court Master (Shorthand) Notice 2026 – Official PDF |
| Official Website: | Supreme Court of India Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
| Join Our Channels for Live Updates: | |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand) | Level 11 (₹67,700) | 20 |
Eligibility
- Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- English shorthand at 120 wpm and computer typing at 40 wpm.
- 5 years' regular service as Private Secretary / Senior Personal Assistant / Personal Assistant / Senior Stenographer in Central/State Government, a PSU, a court or similar.
Age Limit
30 to 45 years (reference date in the notice). Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per Government of India rules.
Calculate your exact age as on the cut-off date with our free Age Calculator for govt exams.
Salary
Pay Level 11 of the 7th CPC matrix, starting basic ₹67,700 plus DA, HRA and other allowances (Group A Gazetted).
Supreme Court Court Master (Level-11) – Estimated Salary
₹1,28,668
₹1,16,788
₹1,10,018
| Compensation Component | X Cities | Y Cities | Z Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances | |||
| +Basic Pay | ₹67,700 | ₹67,700 | ₹67,700 |
| +Dearness Allowance (DA @ 60%) | ₹40,620 | ₹40,620 | ₹40,620 |
| +House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹20,310 (30%) | ₹13,540 (20%) | ₹6,770 (10%) |
| +Transport Allowance (TA + DA) | ₹11,520 | ₹5,760 | ₹5,760 |
| Total Gross Monthly Salary | ₹1,40,150 | ₹1,27,620 | ₹1,20,850 |
| Part 2: Deductions | |||
| -NPS Contribution (10% of Basic + DA) | ₹10,832 | ₹10,832 | ₹10,832 |
| -CGHS (Level 11 rate, CGHS cities) | ₹650 | not deducted | not deducted |
| Total Monthly Deductions | ₹11,482 | ₹10,832 | ₹10,832 |
| Estimated In-Hand (before income tax) | ₹1,28,668 | ₹1,16,788 | ₹1,10,018 |
- City classes (HRA): X = Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Greater Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune. Y and Z cities are as listed by the Department of Expenditure (OM 21.07.2015). HRA is not paid if you live in government quarters.
- DA: 60% of basic pay, the central rate from 1 Jan 2026.
- TA: The X column uses the higher rate for listed big cities. Y and Z use the rate for other places; some Y cities (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna) get the higher rate.
- CGHS: Deducted only in CGHS cities (all X cities have CGHS; many Y cities do). It is not deducted elsewhere.
- Not included: income tax (depends on your regime and declarations), group insurance (CGEGIS), professional tax and special allowances (e.g. NPA, MSP, risk or hardship allowances). Pay is for the entry cell; the official notification prevails.
Exam Pattern
| Test | Duration | Max Marks | Qualifying |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective test (100 Qs: English 25, GK 25, Judiciary in the Constitution 25, SC Rules 2013 15, Computer 10) | 1½ hours | 100 | 50 |
| English shorthand at 120 wpm (transcription 45 min) | 7 minutes | 100 | 50 |
| Computer typing at 40 wpm | 10 minutes | 20 | 10 |
| Interview | — | 30 | 15 |
Selection Process
- Objective type test
- Shorthand (English) test
- Typing speed test on computer
- Interview
How to Apply
- Visit sci.gov.in → Recruitment from 25/10/2026.
- Fill in the form with your experience details and upload documents.
- Pay the fee and submit by 15/11/2026.
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SCI Court Master 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
SCI Court Master 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
