Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 250 Posts
The Supreme Court of India (SCI) has officially released Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC (RC) inviting online applications for the post of Junior Court Assistant (JCA) . Eligible Indian citizens with a Bachelor’s degree and computer typing skills can apply for 250 tentative Group-B (Non-Gazetted) vacancies at the official website, www.sci.gov.in
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Overview & Important Dates
Metric / Event Details Recruiting Body Supreme Court of India (SCI) Post Name Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted) Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC (RC) dated 30.09.2026 Total Vacancies 250 Posts (Tentative) Online Application Start Date 07 October 2026 Last Date to Apply Online 28 October 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) Objective Type Test Date 20 November 2026 (Tentative) Official Website www.sci.gov.in
Vacancy & Pay Scale Details
Post Name Pay Matrix & Level Basic Pay Junior Court Assistant Level 6 (Group-B Non-Gazetted) ₹35,400/- per month plus applicable allowances
Eligibility Criteria (as on 01-09-2026)
1. Educational & Technical Qualifications
Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University in India.Computer & Typing Skills:
Knowledge of computer operation.
English Typing Speed on Computer: Minimum 35 words per minute (w.p.m.) .
2. Age Limit (as on 01-09-2026)
Minimum Age: 18 yearsMaximum Age: 30 years (Candidates born between 02-09-1996 and 01-09-2008)
Upper Age Relaxations:
SC / ST Candidates: 5 yearsOBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 yearsDependents of Freedom Fighters: Up to 5 yearsEx-Servicemen & PwBD: As per Government of India rulesSupreme Court Departmental Candidates: No upper age limit
Selection Process
Selection for the post of Junior Court Assistant consists of four mandatory stages:
Stage Test Name Duration Max Marks Min. Qualifying Marks Stage 1 Objective Type Test (100 Questions) 1½ Hours 100 Marks 50 Marks Stage 2 Computer Typing Speed Test (English) 10 Minutes 50 Marks 25 Marks Stage 3 Descriptive Written Test (English) 2 Hours 100 Marks 50 Marks Stage 4 Interview — 25 Marks 13 Marks
Exam Pattern Highlights:
Objective Test Pattern (100 MCQs):
General English (including Comprehension): 20 questions
General Aptitude: 15 questions
General Knowledge: 15 questions
Judicial Provisions in Constitution of India: 15 questions
Supreme Court Rules, 2013: 10 questions
SC Officers & Servants Rules, 1961: 10 questions
Computer Knowledge: 15 questions
Negative Marking: Deduction of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer in the Objective Test.Typing Test Rules: Permissible mistake limit is 3% of total words typed .Shortlisting Ratios: 1:10 ratio for Typing/Descriptive Test based on Objective Test merit; 1:3 ratio for Interview.
Application Fee
Category Fee Amount General / Unreserved (UR) ₹1,500/- (+ bank charges)SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen ₹750/- (+ bank charges)
Payment Mode: Online through the UCO Bank payment gateway provided on the portal.
Exam Centre Locations
Objective Type Test: Conducted across 131 examination cities nationwide (including Delhi/NCR).Typing Speed Test & Descriptive Test: Conducted in Delhi/NCR .Interview: Physical or Online mode in Delhi .
How to Apply Online
Visit the Supreme Court official website: www.sci.gov.in
Go to the Recruitment section and click on the Junior Court Assistant Application 2026 link.
Complete the Online Registration form with personal, contact, and academic details.
Select city preferences for the Objective Test center.
Upload scanned images of your photograph, signature, 10th certificate, graduation degree, and category certificate (if applicable).
Pay the prescribed application fee online using the UCO Bank portal.
Submit the form before 28 October 2026 (11:55 PM) and save a copy of the application summary and registration number for future reference.
