The Supreme Court of India has invited online applications for the direct recruitment of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) in the Registry of the Supreme Court of India. A total of 65 tentative vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC), dated 12–13 October 2026. Online applications will be accepted from 20 October 2026 to 10 November 2026 through the official website www.sci.gov.in. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree, English shorthand speed of 110 words per minute and computer typing speed of 40 words per minute can apply. The application link opens only on 20 October 2026. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement issued | 12–13 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 20 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 10 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) |
| Fee payment last date | 10 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) |
| Objective Type Test | 7 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Answer key upload | 8 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Objection window on answer key | 8–9 December 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) (tentative) |
| Shorthand test, typing test, interview | To be notified |
| Admit card availability | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,500/- |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 750/- |
| Objection to answer key (per question) | Rs. 100/- |
The fee is non-refundable. Payment must be made through the UCO Bank payment gateway using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI. Candidates should confirm the applicable fee slab and payment instructions in the official recruitment notification before making payment, and keep the payment receipt safe.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) | 65 (tentative) | Level 8 — Rs. 47,600 – 1,51,100 |
The 65 vacancies are tentative and subject to change as per the needs of the Registry of the Supreme Court of India, New Delhi. The category-wise reservation breakup should be confirmed in the official notification. All posts are located in New Delhi.
Age Limit (as on 1 October 2026)
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01/10/2026) |
|---|---|
| Minimum age (all candidates) | 18 years |
| Maximum age (general candidates) | 30 years |
| Departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry | No upper age limit |
Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwD and Ex-Servicemen categories applies as per the rules applicable to Supreme Court Registry recruitment. Candidates claiming relaxation must possess a valid category certificate in the prescribed format.
Salary / Pay Scale
The post of Senior Personal Assistant carries Pay Matrix Level 8: Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100 per month, with an initial basic pay of Rs. 47,600 plus dearness allowance and other allowances as admissible to central government employees posted in New Delhi. In addition to the pay, the Registry provides the usual central government benefits such as HRA or government accommodation, medical facilities, leave travel concession and retirement benefits as per rules.
Eligibility Criteria
A candidate must fulfil all of the following conditions as on the closing date of application, 10 November 2026:
- Educational qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The degree must be complete on the closing date; candidates awaiting final results are not eligible.
- Shorthand: English shorthand speed of 110 words per minute (w.p.m.). The shorthand test will be conducted in English only, and dictation will be transcribed on computer.
- Computer knowledge: Working knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 words per minute (w.p.m.) on computer in English.
- Age: Between 18 and 30 years as on 1 October 2026, with the relaxation rules noted above.
The notification does not require any prior stenographic work experience for this direct recruitment, which makes it a strong opportunity for fresh graduates who possess the prescribed shorthand and typing speeds. Candidates are advised to obtain their speed from a recognized shorthand institution or through verified practice, because the qualifying marks in the shorthand and typing stages are strictly applied. All certificates, including the degree and category documents, will be verified at the document verification stage, and any mismatch with the details filled in the online form can lead to cancellation of candidature.
Selection Process
- Objective Type Test — 100 marks (minimum qualifying marks: 50).
- Shorthand (English) Test — 100 marks (minimum qualifying marks: 50).
- Typing Speed Test on computer — 20 marks (minimum qualifying marks: 10).
- Personal Interview — 30 marks (minimum qualifying marks: 15).
- Document Verification and Medical Examination — before final appointment.
Each stage is a gateway to the next: only candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in a stage are called for the following stage. The objective test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026, with the answer key to be uploaded on 8 December 2026 and the objection window open on 8–9 December 2026 up to 11:55 PM (all tentative). The dates for the shorthand test, typing test and interview will be announced on the official website in due course. The final merit is prepared as per the scheme given in the official notification.
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Objective Type Written Test | 100 | 50 |
| Shorthand (English) Test (110 w.p.m.) | 100 | 50 |
| Computer Typing Speed Test (40 w.p.m.) | 20 | 10 |
| Interview | 30 | 15 |
The detailed syllabus and the structure of the objective test paper will be given in the official notification and subsequent notices. A negative marking provision, if any, and the exact scheme of the objective paper should be confirmed from the notification before the examination.
Documents Required
- Scanned recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and all mark sheets.
- Shorthand and typing speed certificates, if issued by a recognized institution.
- Date of birth proof (10th certificate or equivalent).
- Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport or PAN Card).
- Caste/category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/ESM) in the prescribed format, if claiming relaxation or fee concession.
- Experience certificate, if any experience is claimed.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at www.sci.gov.in.
- Open the Recruitment section and find the Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 advertisement (No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC)). The online application link will be active from 20 October 2026 only.
- Confirm that you meet the age, qualification, shorthand (110 w.p.m.) and typing (40 w.p.m.) conditions.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number; keep the login credentials safe.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications and shorthand/typing details carefully in the online form.
- Upload the photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee (Rs. 1,500 for General/UR; Rs. 750 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/ESM) through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
- Review all details, submit the form before 11:55 PM on 10 November 2026, and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online (from 20 Oct 2026) | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in the Supreme Court Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A total of 65 tentative vacancies for the post of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) in the Supreme Court Registry, New Delhi.
Q2. When does the online application start and what is the last date?
Online applications open on 20 October 2026 and close on 10 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM). The link will not be active before 20 October.
Q3. What is the age limit for Senior Personal Assistant?
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years as on 1 October 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules. Departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry have no upper age limit.
Q4. What shorthand and typing speed is required?
English shorthand speed of 110 words per minute and computer typing speed of 40 words per minute in English.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,500 for General/Unreserved candidates and Rs. 750 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/Ex-Servicemen, payable through the UCO Bank gateway. The answer-key objection fee is Rs. 100 per question.
Q6. What is the salary of a Senior Personal Assistant in the Supreme Court?
Pay Matrix Level 8: Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100 per month, plus allowances as admissible.
Q7. When is the written exam?
The Objective Type Test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026; the final date will be confirmed through the admit card notice on the official website.
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Sources: Advt No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) dated 12–13.10.2026; sci.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.