The Supreme Court of India has released the notification for the Junior Court Attendant (JCA) Recruitment 2026 vide Advertisement No. F.3/2026-SC (RC) dated 15 October 2026. A total of 130 posts (tentative) of Junior Court Attendant, a Group ‘C’ Non-Clerical post in the Supreme Court Registry at New Delhi, will be filled through direct recruitment. Online applications will be accepted from 04 November 2026 to 25 November 2026 on the official website. The minimum qualification is Class 10 (10th) pass, and the candidate’s qualification must not exceed Class 12 (12th). Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 15 October 2026 |
| Online application start | 04 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 25 November 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Objective Type Test (tentative) | 26 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Answer key upload | 28 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Objection window | 28-29 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Interview | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,500/- |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-Servicemen / PwBD | Rs. 750/- |
The fee is payable online and is non-refundable under any circumstances. No TA/DA is admissible for the test or interview. The category once filled in the form cannot be changed later.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Court Attendant (Group ‘C’ Non-Clerical) | Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 – 69,100) | 130 | Minimum Class 10 pass; maximum Class 12 |
| Total | 130 (tentative) |
The number of posts is tentative and may be altered based on administrative needs or registry requirements. Placement on the merit panel does not itself guarantee appointment.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognised board or institute as the minimum qualification. The candidate’s educational qualification must not exceed Class 12 (12th) — candidates holding qualifications higher than 12th are not eligible. Candidates must be Indian citizens and must satisfy all other conditions prescribed in the official notification.
Age Limit
| Age Limit (as on 01/10/2026) | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 27 years |
Applicable age relaxation will be provided to reserved categories as per the recruitment rules. The name and date of birth in the application must match the Class 10 certificate.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed at Level 3 of the Pay Matrix — Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100, with an initial basic pay of Rs. 21,700 plus applicable allowances. The posting will be at the Supreme Court of India, New Delhi.
Selection Process
- Objective Type Test (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Interview
The objective test is tentatively scheduled for 26 December 2026. The answer key will be uploaded on 28 December 2026, and objections can be raised on 28-29 December 2026 till 11:55 PM.
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective Type Test (MCQ) | 100 | 100 | 1.5 hours |
| Interview | – | 25 | – |
The objective-type test carries 100 questions for 100 marks with a duration of one and a half hours, followed by an interview carrying 25 marks. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the detailed examination scheme.
Documents Required
- Class 10 pass certificate (age and identity proof — name and date of birth must match the application)
- Class 12 pass certificate (if passed, as the maximum qualification)
- Caste / category certificate (if claiming reservation or fee concession)
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format
- Valid photo ID proof
Upload documents in the format and file size specified in the official notification.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Visit the Supreme Court’s official website sci.gov.in — the online application link goes live on 04 November 2026.
- Open the link for Advertisement No. F.3/2026-SC (RC) for Junior Court Attendant Recruitment 2026.
- Register with your name, date of birth and contact details exactly as in the Class 10 certificate.
- Fill the application form, upload the photograph, signature and required certificates.
- Pay the applicable fee online (Rs. 1,500 General / Rs. 750 for reserved categories) — the fee is non-refundable.
- Review all details carefully — the application once submitted cannot be withdrawn or modified.
- Submit the form before 25 November 2026 (11:55 PM) and keep a printout for reference.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online (from 04 Nov 2026) | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026?
A. 130 tentative posts of Junior Court Attendant (Group ‘C’ Non-Clerical) under Advertisement No. F.3/2026-SC (RC).
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
A. 25 November 2026 (11:55 PM); online applications open on 04 November 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification required?
A. Minimum Class 10 pass from a recognised board; the candidate’s qualification must not exceed Class 12.
Q4. What is the age limit?
A. 18 to 27 years as on 01 October 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
A. Rs. 1,500 for General/Unreserved; Rs. 750 for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD — non-refundable.
Q6. What is the selection process?
A. Objective Type Test (100 questions, 100 marks, 1.5 hours) followed by an interview (25 marks).
Q7. What is the salary for Junior Court Attendant?
A. Level 3 of the Pay Matrix — Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 — plus allowances; posting at New Delhi.
Sources: Supreme Court of India Advertisement No. F.3/2026-SC (RC) dated 15 October 2026 (Junior Court Attendant Recruitment 2026); sci.gov.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.