Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 250 Posts
The Supreme Court of India has issued Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC (RC) dated 30 September 2026 to prepare a panel for 250 tentative vacancies of Junior Court Assistant (Group-B, Non-Gazetted, Level 6). Online registration opens on 7 October 2026 and closes on 28 October 2026, 11:55 PM at sci.gov.in. The objective test is tentatively on 20 November 2026.
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Important Dates – Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026 | |
| Advertisement: | F.6/2026-SC (RC), 30/09/2026 |
| Age / eligibility as on: | 01/09/2026 |
| Online application start: | 07/10/2026 |
| Last date (11:55 PM): | 28/10/2026 |
| Objective test (tentative): | 20/11/2026 |
| Answer keys: | 22/11/2026 |
| Objection window (tentative): | 22/11/2026 to 23/11/2026, 11:55 PM |
Application Fee | |
| General / Unreserved: | ₹1,500 plus bank charges |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / Ex-Servicemen / Physically Challenged: | ₹750 plus bank charges |
| Answer-key objection: | ₹100 per objection, refunded if the objection is accepted |
| Payment: | Online via UCO Bank gateway only; not refundable |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
📺 Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 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 – Supreme Court of India |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | Supreme Court JCA Notification PDF (F.6/2026-SC (RC)) |
| Official Website: | Visit Supreme Court Official Website |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
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Vacancy
| Post | Group / Level | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Court Assistant | Group-B Non-Gazetted, Level 6 | 250 (tentative) |
Category-wise UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD numbers are not printed in the advertisement summary. Reservation follows Rule 4A of the Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961. The Registry may change the number of posts.
Eligibility (as on 1 September 2026)
- Indian citizen.
- Bachelor’s degree of a recognised university in India.
- Knowledge of computer operation and typing speed of 35 w.p.m. on computer.
- Candidates in Central or State Government, nationalised banks or PSUs must produce an NOC at document verification.
- If you take up a job after applying, inform the Branch Officer, Recruitment Cell, immediately.
Age Limit (as on 1 September 2026)
18 to 30 years. Usual relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), physically challenged candidates and ex-servicemen under Government of India rules. Dependents of freedom fighters: up to 5 years over 30. No upper age limit for departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry. Staff of other departments, PSUs or nationalised banks do not get age relaxation.
Pay
Level 6 of the Pay Matrix, initial basic pay ₹35,400 plus allowances. The table uses DA at 55% for illustration (official DA orders prevail).
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Level 6 In-Hand Salary
₹64,969
₹58,743
₹55,203
| Compensation Component | X Cities (Tier 1) | Y Cities (Tier 2) | Z Cities (Tier 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions) | |||
| +Basic Pay | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 |
| +Dearness Allowance (DA @ 55%) | ₹19,470 | ₹19,470 | ₹19,470 |
| +House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹10,620 (30%) | ₹7,080 (20%) | ₹3,540 (10%) |
| +Transport Allowance (TPT + DA) | ₹5,580 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| Total Gross Monthly Salary | ₹71,070 | ₹64,740 | ₹61,200 |
| Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries) | |||
| -NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA) | ₹5,487 | ₹5,487 | ₹5,487 |
| -CGHS (Medical Benefits) | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| -CGEGIS (Insurance Fund) | ₹60 | ₹60 | ₹60 |
| -Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS) | ₹104 | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Total Monthly Deductions | ₹6,101 | ₹5,997 | ₹5,997 |
| Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home) | ₹64,969 | ₹58,743 | ₹55,203 |
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Duration | Max | Qualifying |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective test, 100 MCQs (negative 0.25) | 1.5 hours | 100 | 50 |
| Typing on computer, English, minimum 35 wpm | 10 minutes | 50 | 25 |
| Descriptive English (comprehension, precis, essay) | 2 hours | 100 | 50 |
| Interview | — | 25 | 13 |
Objective split: English 20, Aptitude 15, GK 15, judiciary provisions in the Constitution 15, Supreme Court Rules 2013 (10), Supreme Court Officers and Servants Rules 1961 (10), Computer 15. Typing allows 3% mistakes; a wrong word is a full mistake and a wrong case or punctuation is a half mistake. Descriptive scripts are evaluated only if typing is qualified.
Syllabus
Prepare General English, aptitude, general knowledge, constitutional provisions on the judiciary, Supreme Court Rules, 2013, the 1961 service rules, and computer knowledge for the objective paper. Descriptive English is comprehension, precis and essay. Read the official PDF before the 20 November 2026 test.
Selection Method
All four stages are mandatory. If many candidates score 50 or more in the objective test, typing and descriptive are limited to about 1:10 of tentative vacancies. Interview is about 1:3 among those who qualify the three tests. No TA/DA. If more than one form is submitted, only the latest application number is considered.
Exam Centres
The objective test is held in the cities in Annexure-A (about 131 centres, including Delhi/NCR). Choose cities in preference order; the Registry may shift you. Typing and the descriptive test are in Delhi/NCR. Interview is online or in Delhi. No request to change city or date is entertained.
How to Apply Online
- From 7 October 2026, open the Junior Court Assistant link on https://www.sci.gov.in/.
- Enter name and date of birth exactly as on the Class 10 certificate.
- Upload photo, signature, Class 10, Class 12, graduation and category or disability certificates.
- Pay online and submit by 28 October 2026, 11:55 PM. Keep the application number. Do not post the printout.
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Names: Name and date of birth must match the Class 10 certificate. A later change needs a Gazette notification.
- One form: If you submit more than one form, only the latest application number is considered.
- Scribe: PwD scribe rules follow the 1 August 2025 DEPwD office memorandum cited in the advertisement.
- Updates: Admit cards are not posted. Download them from sci.gov.in.
