Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026: 250 Posts (Applications Closed)
Published
- Posts
- 250
- Last date
- 28 Oct 2026
- Qualification
- Graduate
- Location
- Objective Type Test in cities listed in Annexure-A…
Applications for this recruitment have closed on 28 Oct 2026. The page is kept for reference, for admit card, answer key and result updates.
The Supreme Court of India is hiring for 250 tentative posts of Junior Court Assistant, a Group B non-gazetted post. The posts are in the Supreme Court Registry in New Delhi. Graduates with computer typing skill and fluency in English are likely to be eligible. Applications close on 28 October 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Who Should Apply for Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026
Graduates from any recognised Indian university who can type English at 35 words per minute on a computer and are under 30 (subject to relaxation) may apply; candidates who have not finished their degree or are not Indian citizens do not qualify.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- Register and pay online only; postal applications are not accepted, so do not post a form.
- Upload your Class X, Class XII, graduation, and (if applicable) caste and disability certificates with the application.
- If you are employed by a government department, PSU or nationalised bank, get a No Objection Certificate from your employer for document verification.
- Keep your mobile number and email active, because all updates will be sent by SMS and email.
- Check your Class X certificate for name and date of birth; any change must be backed by a Gazette notification.
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026: हिंदी में सारांश
सर्वोच्च न्यायालय भारत ने जूनियर कोर्ट असिस्टेंट के 250 पदों पर भर्ती के लिए विज्ञापन जारी किया है। आवेदन के लिए अभ्यर्थी के पास किसी मान्यता प्राप्त विश्वविद्यालय से स्नातक की उपाधि और 35 शब्द प्रति मिनट टाइपिंग गति के साथ कंप्यूटर संचालन का ज्ञान होना चाहिए, और आयु 18 से 30 वर्ष के बीच (1 सितंबर 2026 की स्थिति में) होनी चाहिए। आवेदन केवल ऑनलाइन माध्यम से किए जाएंगे और अंतिम तिथि 28 अक्टूबर 2026 है, रात 11:55 बजे तक। चयन में उद्देश्यपरक परीक्षा, टाइपिंग गति परीक्षा, लिखित परीक्षा और साक्षात्कार शामिल हैं।
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Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 30 Sept 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 28 Oct 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Objective Type Test (tentative) | 2026-11-20 |
| Answer keys upload | 2026-11-22 |
| Objection window (tentative) | 2026-11-22 to 2026-11-23, till 11:55 p.m. |
| Exam date | Objective Type Test tentatively on 20 November 2026 |
| Published on this site | 11 Oct 2026 |
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 250
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's degree of a recognized University in India
- Knowledge of computer operation with typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in computer
Age Limit
18 to 30 years (as on 1 Sept 2026)
Check your age for this post
Age is counted on 1 Sept 2026; upper limit 30 years, minimum 18.
Uses the standard central relaxation. If limits differ by post, use the age for your post in the notification.
Age Relaxation
- SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), Physically Challenged and Ex-servicemen: usual relaxation as per Government of India rules
- Dependents of freedom fighters: up to maximum five years over 30
- Departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry: no upper age limit
- No age relaxation for candidates working in other Government Departments/PSUs/Nationalized Banks
Other Conditions
- Indian citizens
Application Fee
| General/Unreserved | Rs.1,500/- (non-refundable) |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Ex-Servicemen/Physically Challenged | Rs.750/- (non-refundable) |
Bank charges payable extra through online mode only. Fee payable online via UCO Bank payment gateway. Objection to answer key: Rs.100/- per objection, refunded if valid.
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026 Salary and Pay Scale
The post is at Level 6 of the Pay Matrix, with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 plus allowances.
As printed in the notification: Level 6 of Pay Matrix with initial Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400/- plus allowances
Monthly Pay at Level 6, Entry Stage
| Component | X city | Y city | Z city |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic pay | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 | ₹35,400 |
| Dearness allowance (58%) | ₹20,532 | ₹20,532 | ₹20,532 |
| House rent allowance | ₹10,620 | ₹7,080 | ₹3,540 |
| Transport allowance with DA | ₹5,688 | ₹2,844 | ₹2,844 |
| Gross pay | ₹72,240 | ₹65,856 | ₹62,316 |
| NPS deduction (10% of basic + DA) | ₹5,593 | ₹5,593 | ₹5,593 |
| Approximate in-hand pay | ₹66,647 | ₹60,263 | ₹56,723 |
Income tax, CGHS and other deductions are not included, and allowances depend on the posting. Government accommodation replaces HRA. Pay rises by about 3% with each annual increment. Work out pay at a later stage.
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026 Selection Process
- Objective Type Test (100 marks, qualifying 50)
- Typing Speed Test on Computer, 35 w.p.m. (50 marks, qualifying 25)
- Written Test (Descriptive) in English (100 marks, qualifying 50)
- Interview (25 marks, qualifying 13)
- Negative marking of 0.25 for each incorrect answer in Objective Type Test
Examination Pattern
| Test | Duration | Maximum Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective Type Test (100 MCQs: 20 General English, 15 General Aptitude, 15 General Knowledge, 15 Judiciary provisions in Constitution, 10 Supreme Court Rules 2013, 10 SC Officers and Servants (Conduct) Rules 1961, 15 Computer Knowledge) | 1.5 hours | 100 | 50 |
| Typing Speed Test on Computer, English, 35 w.p.m. | 10 minutes | 50 | 25 |
| Written Test (Descriptive): comprehension, precis writing, essay | 2 hours | 100 | 50 |
| Interview | 25 | 13 |
Every stage, the marking scheme and qualifying marks: Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Exam Pattern.
How to Apply for Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026
- Apply online through the link on the Supreme Court website; applications accepted through online registration only
- Upload photograph, signature, Class X, Class XII and graduation certificates, caste certificate (if reserved) and disability certificate (if applicable)
- Pay fee online through UCO Bank payment gateway; postal applications not accepted
Required Documents
- Class X certificate
- Class XII certificate
- Graduation certificate
- Caste/community certificate (reserved category)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate from employer (if working in government/PSU/bank)
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What Happens After Selection
Candidates who make the final merit list after the stages listed above (5 in all) have their original documents checked and go through a medical examination.
The appointing department then verifies character and antecedents, usually through the police, and issues an offer of appointment with the joining date and place of posting.
New appointees usually serve a probation period, often one to two years, during which there may be induction training, before being confirmed in service.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Is there negative marking?
Yes. Each incorrect answer in the Objective Type Test loses 0.25 marks.
Can candidates from other states pay the general fee?
The notification does not say whether state of residence changes the fee; the fee is set by category only.
Is there a qualifying cut-off in each test?
Yes. Objective Test needs 50 of 100, Typing Test 25 of 50, Written Test 50 of 100, and Interview 13 of 25.
Can final-year students apply?
The notification requires a bachelor's degree from a recognised university. It does not say whether pending results are accepted.
Abbreviations on This Page
- SC
- Scheduled Castes
- ST
- Scheduled Tribes
- OBC
- Other Backward Classes
- PSU
- Public Sector Undertaking
- w.p.m.
- words per minute
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by Supreme Court of India. The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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