Supreme Court of India Court Master Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 20 Posts
Supreme Court of India
The Supreme Court of India has announced 20 Court Master (Shorthand) vacancies for 2026. Eligible candidates with a bachelor's degree, English shorthand and typing skills, and required experience can apply online from 25 October to 15 November 2026. The selection process includes written, shorthand and typing tests, followed by an interview. The initial basic salary is ₹67,700 per month plus allowances.
Organization
Supreme Court of India
Post Name
Supreme Court of India Court Master Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 20 Posts
Total Vacancies
20
Qualification
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
Age Limit
30–45 Years
Job Location
Delhi/NCR
Last Date
15/11/2026
Important Dates
Event
Date
Official Notification Date
15 October 2026
Online Application Begins
25 October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
15 November 2026, 11:55 PM
Objective-Type Test
7 December 2026 (Tentative)
Tentative Answer Key Upload
8 December 2026
Tentative Answer Key Objection Window
8–9 December 2026
Shorthand Test
To be notified
Typing Test
To be notified
Interview
To be notified
The examination and answer-key dates are tentative. Candidates should check the official Supreme Court website regularly for updates.
Examination Centres
The objective-type test is planned at designated examination cities. The English shorthand and computer typing tests will be conducted in Delhi/NCR. The interview may be held online or physically in Delhi, as decided by the competent authority.
The notification includes examination cities in several states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi/NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and others.
Candidates should select their preferred examination cities in the order requested in the application form. The Supreme Court reserves the right to change examination centres for administrative reasons.
Vacancy Details
The Supreme Court of India has announced 20 tentative vacancies for the Court Master (Shorthand) post.
Post Name
Department
Vacancies
Court Master (Shorthand)
Registry of the Supreme Court of India
20
Total
20
The number of vacancies may change depending on administrative requirements. Candidates should refer to the official advertisement for applicable reservation details.
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the prescribed application fee online through the payment gateway provided by UCO Bank.
Category
Application Fee
General / Unreserved
₹1,500
SC / ST
₹750
OBC – Non-Creamy Layer
₹750
Ex-Servicemen
₹750
Bank Charges
Additional, as applicable
Important: The application fee is non-refundable. Payment must be completed online; other payment modes will not be accepted.
Eligibility
Candidates must satisfy the educational, shorthand, typing and professional experience requirements prescribed by the Supreme Court of India.
Requirement
Details
Educational Qualification
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in India
English Shorthand Speed
120 words per minute
Computer Typing Speed
40 words per minute
Required Experience
Minimum 5 years of regular service in the prescribed cadre
Eligible Experience Cadres
Private Secretary, Senior PA, PA or Senior Stenographer
Eligible Organizations
Government departments, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) or statutory bodies
Important Eligibility Conditions
Candidates must possess the prescribed qualifications and experience as of 1 October 2026.
The required five years of experience must be regular service in one of the specified cadres and eligible organizations.
Candidates must be proficient in English shorthand at 120 words per minute.
Candidates must have computer operating knowledge and a typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.
Applicants must provide accurate details and supporting certificates during the recruitment process.
Candidates who do not meet all the prescribed requirements should not apply.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as of 1 October 2026.
Particulars
Age
Minimum Age
30 years
Maximum Age
45 years
Age Calculation Date
1 October 2026
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is available to eligible candidates according to the applicable rules.
Category
Relaxation
SC / ST
As per Government of India rules
OBC – Non-Creamy Layer
As per Government of India rules
Ex-Servicemen
As per applicable rules
Dependants of Freedom Fighters
Up to 5 years beyond the prescribed age limit
Departmental Candidates of the Supreme Court Registry
No upper age limit
Employees of Other Government Departments, PSUs, Statutory Bodies or Nationalized Banks
No age relaxation under the notification
Candidates claiming age relaxation must satisfy the relevant conditions and provide valid supporting documents.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of four stages:
Objective-Type Test
English Shorthand Test
Computer Typing Speed Test
Interview
Candidates must meet the prescribed qualifying marks at the relevant stages. Shortlisting for subsequent stages will be based on the rules and merit criteria in the official notification.
Exam Pattern
The objective-type test will contain 100 questions for 100 marks. It will assess English, general knowledge, judiciary-related constitutional provisions, Supreme Court Rules and computer knowledge.
Subject
Number of Questions
Marks
General English
25
25
General Knowledge
25
25
Judiciary Provisions in the Constitution of India
25
25
Supreme Court Rules, 2013
15
15
Computer Operation Knowledge
10
10
Total
100
100
Test
Duration
Maximum Marks
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Objective-Type Test
1 hour 30 minutes
100
50
English Shorthand Test
7 minutes dictation; 45 minutes transcription
100
50
Computer Typing Speed Test
10 minutes
20
10
Interview
As notified
30
15
English Shorthand Test
Candidates must take dictation at a speed of 120 words per minute in English. The transcription time is 45 minutes. The maximum permissible mistakes are 5% of the total dictated words.
Computer Typing Test
Candidates must demonstrate a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute in English. The test duration is 10 minutes, and the permissible mistakes are 2% of the total words typed.
Negative Marking
There will be no negative marking in the objective-type test.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the application and verification process.
Document
Purpose
Class 10 Certificate
Verification of date of birth
Class 12 Certificate
Educational record
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Proof of graduation
Experience Certificate
Verification of required five years of service
Recent Photograph
Online application
Signature
Online application
Caste / Community Certificate
Reservation claim, where applicable
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
OBC-NCL claim, where applicable
Ex-Servicemen Certificate
Claiming applicable relaxation
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
For eligible candidates employed in government departments, PSUs or other specified organizations
Candidates must upload documents according to the instructions provided in the online application form. Original documents may be required during verification.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
Find the detailed advertisement for Court Master (Shorthand) dated 15 October 2026.
Read the notification carefully and confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements.
Open the online application link when registration begins on 25 October 2026.
Complete the registration using a valid email address and mobile number.
Enter the required personal, educational and professional experience details.
Upload your recent photograph, signature and required certificates.
Pay the application fee through the prescribed online payment gateway.
Review all information carefully before submitting the form.
Submit the application before 15 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Download and save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important: The application form must be submitted online. A postal application will not be accepted. Candidates should retain their application number to download the admit card and check recruitment updates.
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed to the Court Master (Shorthand) post in Level 11 of the Pay Matrix.
Particulars
Details
Pay Level
Level 11
Pay Scale
₹67,700–₹2,08,700
Initial Basic Pay
₹67,700 per month
Additional Benefits
Applicable allowances as per rules
The ₹67,700 amount is the initial basic pay. The total salary may be higher after adding applicable allowances. Actual take-home salary depends on the admissible benefits and deductions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026?
A total of 20 tentative vacancies have been announced for Court Master (Shorthand) posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the online application is 15 November 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university in India, English shorthand proficiency at 120 words per minute, computer typing speed of 40 words per minute, and the required professional experience.
Q4. How much experience is required?
Candidates must have at least five years of regular service as a Private Secretary, Senior PA, PA or Senior Stenographer in a government organization, PSU or statutory body.
Q5. What is the age limit for Court Master posts?
Candidates must be at least 30 years old and not older than 45 years as of 1 October 2026, subject to applicable relaxations.
Q6. What is the salary of a Supreme Court Court Master?
The post carries Level 11 pay, ranging from ₹67,700 to ₹2,08,700, with an initial basic pay of ₹67,700 plus applicable allowances.
Q7. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹1,500 for General/Unreserved candidates and ₹750 for SC, ST, OBC-NCL and Ex-Servicemen candidates, plus applicable bank charges.
Q8. What is the tentative objective-test date?
The objective-type test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026.
Q9. Is there negative marking in the objective test?
No. There is no negative marking in the objective-type test.
Q10. Where can candidates apply?
Candidates can apply through the official Supreme Court of India website at https://www.sci.gov.in/ once the online application link becomes available.
Q11. Will the application form need to be sent by post?
No. The application must be submitted online. Candidates should keep a printout of the completed form for their records.
Q12. Where will the shorthand and typing tests take place?
The English shorthand and computer typing tests will be conducted in Delhi/NCR. The objective test will be held at designated examination centres.
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