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Supreme Court SCI Court Master Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
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Supreme Court SCI Court Master Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Supreme Court, Supreme Court

Notice Date25 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply15 Nov 2026(Last Date)

1. Overview

The Supreme Court of India has released the Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026 notification for 20 tentative vacancies. The recruitment will be conducted through direct recruitment for the gazetted post of Court Master (Shorthand) in the Supreme Court Registry. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online through the official Supreme Court website. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, English shorthand proficiency of 120 words per minute, computer typing speed of 40 words per minute, and at least five years of regular service in the prescribed stenographer or personal assistant cadre. The online application process started on 25 October 2026, and the last date to submit the application is 15 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.

General25 Oct 202615 Nov 2026(Last Date)
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2. Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026: Overview

Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026: Overview
ParticularsDetails
OrganizationSupreme Court of India
Post NameCourt Master (Shorthand)
Advertisement NumberF.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC)
Notification Date15 October 2026
Total Vacancies20 tentative posts
Recruitment TypeDirect Recruitment
Job LocationSupreme Court Registry, New Delhi
Pay LevelLevel 11
Basic Pay₹67,700 per month
Maximum Pay in Level₹2,08,700 per month
Application ModeOnline
Application Start Date25 October 2026
Last Date to Apply15 November 2026
Objective Test Date7 December 2026 (tentative)
Official Websitehttps://www.sci.gov.in/

3. Important Dates

Important Dates
EventDate
Notification Release Date15 October 2026
Online Application Start25 October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online15 November 2026
Objective Type Test7 December 2026 (tentative)
Shorthand TestTo be notified
Computer Typing TestTo be notified
InterviewTo be notified
Candidates should regularly visit the official website for updates regarding admit cards, examination schedules, and subsequent stages of recruitment.

4. Vacancy Details

The Supreme Court of India has advertised 20 tentative vacancies for the post of Court Master (Shorthand).
Vacancy Details
Post NameVacancies
Court Master (Shorthand)20
Total20
The number of vacancies may change depending on administrative requirements and approval by the competent authority. Refer to the official notification for reservation and related provisions.

5. Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 11 of the pay matrix.
Salary and Pay Scale
Salary ComponentDetails
Pay LevelLevel 11
Basic Pay₹67,700 per month
Pay Matrix Range₹67,700–₹2,08,700
AllowancesApplicable allowances as per rules
The basic pay starts at ₹67,700 per month. The actual gross salary will depend on applicable allowances and service rules.

6. Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the educational, skill, experience, and age requirements specified in the official notification.

7. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognized university in India.

8. Shorthand and Typing Skills

Applicants must meet both of the following requirements:
  • English shorthand speed of at least 120 words per minute.
  • Computer typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.

9. Work Experience

Candidates must have a minimum of five years of regular service in one of the prescribed cadres:
  • Private Secretary
  • Senior Personal Assistant (Senior PA)
  • Personal Assistant (PA)
  • Senior Stenographer
The service must be in a Government organization, Public Sector Undertaking, or statutory body, as specified in the notification.

10. Age Limit

The age will be calculated as of 1 October 2026.
Age Limit
Age CriteriaRequirement
Minimum Age30 years
Maximum Age45 years
Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved-category candidates and other specified categories under the applicable Government of India rules.
The notification provides no upper age limit for departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry. It also states that candidates working in other government departments, public sector undertakings, statutory bodies, nationalized banks, and similar organizations will not receive age relaxation merely on the basis of that employment.
Candidates should check the official notification for the complete age-relaxation conditions.

11. Application Fee

Application Fee
CategoryApplication Fee
General / Unreserved₹1,500
SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-Servicemen₹750
Bank ChargesAdditional, as applicable
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the payment gateway specified by the Supreme Court of India. The notification states that applications and fee payments through other modes will not be accepted.

12. Selection Process

The selection process consists of four stages:
  1. Objective Type Test
  2. English Shorthand Test
  3. Computer Typing Speed Test
  4. Interview
Candidates must meet the prescribed qualifying requirements and follow the shortlisting process specified in the notification.

13. 1. Objective Type Test

The objective test will carry 100 marks and have a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes.
1. Objective Type Test
SubjectNumber of Questions
General English25
General Knowledge25
Provisions Relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India25
Supreme Court Rules, 201315
Computer Operation10
Total100
  • Maximum Marks: 100
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Negative Marking: No
The examination is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026.

14. 2. English Shorthand Test

Candidates will be required to take an English shorthand test at a speed of 120 words per minute.
2. English Shorthand Test
ParticularsDetails
Dictation Speed120 words per minute
Dictation Duration7 minutes
Transcription Time45 minutes
Maximum Marks100
Minimum Qualifying Marks50
Permissible Mistakes5% of total dictated words
The notification also specifies a grading system based on the percentage of mistakes.

15. 3. Computer Typing Speed Test

Candidates must demonstrate English typing proficiency on a computer.
3. Computer Typing Speed Test
ParticularsDetails
Minimum Typing Speed40 words per minute
Test Duration10 minutes
Maximum Marks20
Minimum Qualifying Marks10
Permissible Mistakes2% of total words typed

16. 4. Interview

The interview will carry 30 marks, with 15 marks as the minimum qualifying score.
According to the notification, the interview may be conducted online or physically in Delhi, depending on the directions of the competent authority.

17. Examination Shortlisting Criteria

The notification specifies the following shortlisting ratios:
  • Candidates may be shortlisted for the shorthand and typing tests in a ratio of 1:10 against the tentative vacancies, based on merit in the objective test, where applicable.
  • Candidates who qualify in the objective, shorthand, and typing tests may be shortlisted for the interview in a ratio of 1:3 against the tentative vacancies.
The final panel will be prepared according to merit. Placement in the panel does not automatically guarantee appointment.

18. How to Apply for Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications:
  1. Visit the official Supreme Court of India website: https://www.sci.gov.in/
  2. Open the Recruitment section.
  3. Find the advertisement for Court Master (Shorthand), Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC).
  4. Read the complete notification and verify your eligibility.
  5. Open the online application link.
  6. Enter your personal, educational, experience, and other required details.
  7. Upload your recent photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
  8. Pay the application fee online.
  9. Review the application carefully before final submission.
  10. Download and print the submitted application form for your records.
The notification states that a submitted application cannot be withdrawn or modified. Candidates should therefore verify all information before final submission.

19. Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready, as applicable:
  • Class 10 certificate or equivalent proof of date of birth
  • Class 12 certificate
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Experience certificate showing the relevant cadre and service period
  • Recent photograph and signature
  • Caste or community certificate, where applicable
  • Non-Creamy Layer certificate, where applicable
  • Ex-servicemen certificate, where applicable
  • Other documents required by the official application instructions
Candidates employed in government departments, public sector undertakings, nationalized banks, and similar organizations must submit a No Objection Certificate at the document verification stage, as specified in the notification.

20. Important Instructions for Candidates

  • The eligibility conditions must be fulfilled as of the dates specified in the notification.
  • Keep your registered email address and mobile number active.
  • The admit card will be available online; it will not be sent by post.
  • The shorthand and typing tests will be conducted in Delhi/NCR.
  • The objective test may be conducted at the cities listed in Annexure A of the notification.
  • No travel allowance or daily allowance will be paid for appearing in the tests or interview.
  • Selected candidates may be required to work at odd hours and on holidays.
  • The final appointment will be subject to the applicable rules and verification process.

23. Frequently Asked Questions

There are 20 tentative vacancies for Court Master (Shorthand).

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