Supreme Court Announces Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 for 250 Posts

The Supreme Court of India has released an official notification for the recruitment of Junior Court Assistants (JCA) for 250 tentative vacancies under Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC (RC). This Group B, Non-Gazetted position falls under Pay Level 6, carrying an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 per month plus applicable allowances. The primary objective of the recruitment drive is to establish a panel of qualified candidates for the Supreme Court Registry.

Applications are accepted exclusively through online modes. The application window opened on October 7, 2026, and is scheduled to close on October 28, 2026, at 11:55 PM. Applicants are advised to complete submissions ahead of the final deadline to avoid heavy traffic on the portal. The tentative date for the objective-type initial examination is November 20, 2026.

Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits

To qualify for the Junior Court Assistant position, candidates must meet specific educational, technical, and age requirements:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer operations knowledge alongside an English typing speed of at least 35 words per minute (wpm).
• Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age as of September 1, 2026.

Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories including SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), Ex-servicemen, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in accordance with Government of India directives. Dependents of Freedom Fighters are reported to receive an upper age relaxation of up to 5 years, while departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry face no upper age limit.

Selection Process and Exam Structure

The recruitment process comprises four successive stages designed to rigorously test applicants' knowledge and practical skills:

1. Objective Type Test: Consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 100 marks, to be completed in 1.5 hours. A negative marking scheme applies, deducting 0.25 marks for every incorrect response. The syllabus covers General English, General Aptitude, General Knowledge, Computer Knowledge, Constitution of India provisions relating to the judiciary, and specific Supreme Court rules.
2. Computer English Typing Test: A 10-minute practical evaluation requiring a minimum speed of 35 wpm with an allowed error margin of up to 3 percent. Passing this stage is mandatory; descriptive test copies of candidates who fail the typing test will not be evaluated.
3. Descriptive Test: A 2-hour English test worth 100 marks, featuring comprehension passages, precis writing, and essay writing.
4. Interview: A final 25-mark interview for candidates clearing the prior rounds.

Application Fees

Application fees vary depending on the candidate's category and must be paid online via the designated UCO Bank gateway. General and Unreserved applicants are required to pay ₹1,500, whereas SC, ST, OBC (NCL), Ex-servicemen, and PwBD candidates pay ₹750, exclusive of applicable bank charges. Application fees are strictly non-refundable.

Practical Implications & Verification

Applicants should carefully verify all personal information, category details, and educational certificates before initiating the payment gateway. Because vacancy numbers are tentative and subject to change based on administrative requirements, candidates must cross-verify all updates directly through official notices.

For full details, exact syllabus breakdowns, and direct application links, readers should consult the official Supreme Court of India recruitment portal.