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Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026: 250 Group B Vacancies Announced

Advt No: Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC (RC)

Executive Recruitment Quick Facts

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Recruitment Board

Supreme Court of India (SCI)

Post / Designation

Junior Court Assistant (JCA)

Total Vacancies

250 Posts

Minimum Qualification

ANY GRADUATE

Age Limit

18 – 30 Years (as on 1 Sept 2026)

Pay Scale / Salary

7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (Basic Pay ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) with Dearness Allowance (~50%), House Rent Allowance (27%), Transport Allowance, and Apex Court Medical Benefits (₹35,400–₹1,12,400)

Application Deadline

28 Oct 2026

Official Apply Portal

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About this Recruitment

Supreme Court of India has officially released the recruitment notification Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC (RC) for 250 Junior Court Assistant (JCA) vacancies across India. Candidates holding a recognized Bachelor's Degree in any discipline and possessing a typing speed of at least 35 w.p.m. in English on computer are eligible to apply. Inducted candidates will be placed in 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) with a gross starting monthly salary of approximately ₹69,558 in New Delhi. Online applications are accepted from 07 October 2026 to 28 October 2026 at sci.gov.in.

✨ Copilot Highlights

Prestigious Group B recruitment drive for 250 Junior Court Assistant posts in the Supreme Court of India.
Lucrative 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 scale offering an estimated starting in-hand salary of ~₹64,248 per month.
Open to any graduate from a recognized university possessing an English typing speed of 35 w.p.m.
Comprehensive selection scheme consisting of an Objective Test, Computer Knowledge Test, Typing Test, Descriptive Test, and Interview.
Online registration window active from 07 October 2026 to 28 October 2026 via official portal sci.gov.in.

Important Dates

Notification Released

30 September 2026

Application Start Date

7 October 2026

Last Date to Apply

28 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Junior Court Assistant (JCA)	250	ANY GRADUATE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

30 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 September 2026

Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): +3 Years

Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years

Ex-Servicemen (ESM): +3 Years

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Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE

Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (Basic Pay ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) with Dearness Allowance (~50%), House Rent Allowance (27%), Transport Allowance, and Apex Court Medical Benefits

Official Pay Scale

₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Basic Pay₹35,400

Dearness Allowance (DA)₹17,700 (50% of Basic Pay)

House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹9,558 (27% for Delhi 'X' City)

Transport Allowance (TA)₹5,400 (₹3,600 + DA)

Other AllowancesSpecial Judicial Allowance & Medical (₹1,500)

Standard Deductions

NPS (10%) / PF / Health₹5,310 (NPS 10%, CGHS, CGEGIS)

Gross Salary₹69,558 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹64,248 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Objective Written Examination

Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) / Objective MCQ

90 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
General English including Comprehension	20	20	20 min
General Aptitude & Logical Reasoning	15	15	15 min
General Knowledge & Current Affairs	15	15	15 min
Constitutional Provisions relating to Indian Judiciary	15	15	15 min
Supreme Court Rules, 2013 & Judicial Procedures	10	10	10 min
Supreme Court Officers & Servants Service Rules, 1961	10	10	10 min
Computer Knowledge & Information Technology	15	15	15 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

General English & Grammar

Sentence correction, active-passive voice, direct-indirect speech, idioms and phrasesVocabulary, synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution, and cloze testReading comprehension analysis of formal and legal text

Judicial Constitutional Provisions & Court Rules

Articles 124 to 147 of the Constitution of India concerning Supreme Court establishment and powersWrits under Article 32, advisory jurisdiction under Article 143, and review jurisdictionSupreme Court Rules 2013 concerning filing, caveats, appeals, and court proceduresCode of conduct and disciplinary framework under Supreme Court Officers Rules 1961

Computer Knowledge & Digital Workplace

Operating system basics, file systems, shortcuts, and memory conceptsMS Office suite (Word formatting, Excel spreadsheets, formulas, PowerPoint presentations)Electronic court filing (e-Filing 3.0), digital case management systems, and cybersecurity essentials

Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at https://www.sci.gov.in/.

Navigate to the 'Recruitment' tab on the homepage and click on 'Online Application Portal for Junior Court Assistant Examination 2026'.

Click on 'New Registration' and fill in basic credentials: Name, Father's Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number.

Verify registration details with OTP and log in with the newly generated Application ID and Password.

Complete personal, communication, category, and academic qualification details (Graduation Degree, University, Percentage, and Typing Speed).

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size colored photograph (10 KB to 50 KB JPG) and clear signature (10 KB to 20 KB JPG).

Pay the non-refundable examination fee (₹1,500 for General/OBC, ₹750 for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM) through the integrated UCO Bank payment gateway.

Review the preview form carefully, submit the final application, and download/print the acknowledgment receipt for future verification.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Photograph

10 KB to 50 KB, JPEG format, colored with white or light background

Scanned Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG format, on white paper with black ink

Bachelor's Degree Marksheet & Certificate

Recognized Indian University graduation certificate (PDF, under 300 KB)

Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate

Mandatory documentary proof of Date of Birth

Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)

Issued by designated competent revenue authority in prescribed Central format

PwBD / Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Issued by competent medical board showing disability >= 40%

Valid Photo ID Proof

Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License

Need compliant 20KB–50KB photo & signature with Name/DOP?

Resize & Format in 1-Click

Application Fee

General / Unreserved / OBC Candidates₹1500

SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen Candidates₹750

Payment Modes: Online via UCO Bank Payment Gateway, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI

Selection Process

Stage 1: Objective Type Computer Based Test (100 Questions, 100 Marks, 90 Minutes) covering General English, General Aptitude, General Knowledge, and Judicial Administration Rules with 0.25 negative marking

Stage 2: Objective Computer Knowledge Test (15 Questions, qualifying nature, 15 Minutes)

Stage 3: English Typing Speed Test on Computer at 35 words per minute (10 Minutes duration, maximum 3% error permissible)

Stage 4: English Language Descriptive Written Test (Essay, Precis Writing, and Comprehension Passage, 2 Hours duration, 100 Marks)

Stage 5: Document Verification & Biometric Identity Verification at Supreme Court of India premises, New Delhi

Stage 6: Personal Interview before the Hon'ble Selection Committee of Supreme Court of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count for Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

A total of 250 tentative vacancies have been announced for the Junior Court Assistant (JCA) Group B Non-Gazetted post under Advertisement No. F.6/2026-SC (RC).

What are the online application dates for Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026?

Online application submission commences on 07 October 2026 and closes on 28 October 2026 at 11:55 PM through sci.gov.in.

What educational qualification is required for Supreme Court JCA?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University in India, along with knowledge of computer operations and a minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute in English on computer.

What is the age limit for Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant?

The candidate must be aged between 18 and 30 years as of 01 September 2026. Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates is admissible.

What is the monthly in-hand salary of a Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant?

Inducted JCAs receive 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (Basic Pay ₹35,400). In New Delhi (Class X city), with 50% DA, 27% HRA, and Transport Allowance, the gross monthly salary is ~₹69,558 and starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹64,248 per month.

What is the application fee for Supreme Court JCA Advt F.6/2026-SC?

The application fee is ₹1,500 for General and OBC candidates. For SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates, the concessional fee is ₹750.

What is the exam pattern for the Supreme Court JCA Objective Test?

The Objective Test consists of 100 questions (100 marks) for 90 minutes covering General English (20 Qs), General Aptitude (15 Qs), General Knowledge (15 Qs), Constitutional Judiciary Provisions (15 Qs), Supreme Court Rules 2013 (10 Qs), Conduct Rules (10 Qs), and Computer Knowledge (15 Qs), with 0.25 negative marking.

Is there a typing speed test for Supreme Court JCA?

Yes, candidates must appear for an English Typing Speed Test on computer at 35 words per minute for a duration of 10 minutes, with a maximum permissible error of 3%.

What does the Descriptive Written Test include?

The Descriptive Test evaluates English language proficiency with 100 marks over 2 hours, including English Essay Writing, Precis Writing, and Comprehension Passages.

How do I apply online for Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?

Visit www.sci.gov.in, navigate to 'Recruitment', click on 'Online Application for JCA Examination 2026', complete candidate registration, upload photograph and signature, pay the fee via UCO Bank gateway, and submit the application.

Salary Range

₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400

Total Vacancies

250 Posts

Last Date to Apply

28 October 2026

Official Sources

Supreme Court of India Official Web Portal

https://www.sci.gov.in/

Supreme Court Recruitment Notification Portal

https://www.sci.gov.in/

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