Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026

The Supreme Court of India has invited online applications for direct recruitment to 20 tentative posts of Court Master (Shorthand) in its Registry. This is a gazetted post in Level 11 of the Pay Matrix, with pay of Rs.67,700 to Rs.2,08,700 and initial Basic Pay of Rs.67,700 plus allowances. Online applications start on 25 October 2026 and close on 15 November 2026.

Important Dates

• Online registration starts: 25th October, 2026
• Last date to apply: 15th November, 2026, at 11.55 p.m.
• Objective Type Test (tentative): 7th December, 2026
• Answer keys (tentative): 8th December, 2026
• Objection window (tentative): 8th December, 2026 to 9th December, 2026, till 11.55 p.m.

Vacancy Details

The number of posts may change due to administrative needs, so check the official website for the final number.

Eligibility

• Education: Bachelor's degree of a recognized University in India.
• Shorthand: Speed of 120 w.p.m. in English shorthand.
• Computer: Typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years' regular service as Private Secretary, Senior PA, PA or Senior Stenographer in Government, PSUs or Statutory bodies.
• Age (as on 1st October, 2026): Not below 30 years; upper limit 45 years. Relaxation as per Government rules for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and ex-Servicemen.
• Reservation: Benefit for SC, ST and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) as per Rule 4A of the Supreme Court Officers and Servants Rules, 1961.

Application Fee

• General/Unreserved: Rs.1,500 (non-refundable), plus bank charges
• SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/ex-Servicemen: Rs.750, plus bank charges
• Fee can be paid online only, through the UCO Bank payment gateway.

Selection Process

• Objective Type Test: 100 marks, 1.5 hours, minimum qualifying 50 marks
• Shorthand (English) Test at 120 w.p.m.: 7 minutes dictation, 45 minutes transcription, 100 marks, minimum qualifying 50 marks
• Typing Speed Test on Computer: 10 minutes, 20 marks, minimum qualifying 10 marks
• Interview: 30 marks, minimum qualifying 15 marks

How to Apply

• Apply online only. The link will be given on the official website www.sci.gov.in.
• Postal applications will not be accepted.
• The application must be signed, otherwise it will be rejected.
• Once submitted, an application cannot be withdrawn or modified.
• Keep your application number safe, as it is needed to download the admit card.
• Admit cards will not be sent by post; download them from the official website.
• If you submit more than one application, only the last one will be considered.