Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026 – 20 Posts, Apply by 15 Nov
📌 Overview
The Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026 notification is out. The Registry of the Supreme Court of India will fill 20 tentative vacancies for the gazetted post of Court Master (Shorthand) through direct recruitment under Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC). Applications open on 25-10-2026 and close on 15-11-2026 on the court's official website — a prime opportunity for experienced stenography professionals to join the country's highest court.
| Organization | Supreme Court of India (Registry) |
| Post Name | Court Master (Shorthand) |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC) |
| Total Vacancies | 20 (tentative) |
| Notification Dated | 15-10-2026 |
| Official Website | www.sci.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 15-10-2026 |
| Online Application Start | 25-10-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15-11-2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Objective Type Test (tentative) | 07-12-2026 |
| Answer Key Upload (tentative) | 08-12-2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Window | 08-12-2026 to 09-12-2026 |
| Shorthand / Typing / Interview | To be notified |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post | Department | Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand) | Registry of the Supreme Court of India | 20 (tentative) | Level 11 — ₹67,700 to ₹2,08,700 |
The initial basic pay is ₹67,700 per month, with allowances as per Supreme Court rules. These are gazetted posts.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in India.
- Shorthand speed of at least 120 words per minute in English.
- Computer typing speed of at least 40 words per minute in English.
- Minimum 5 years of regular service in the cadre of Private Secretary / Senior Personal Assistant / Personal Assistant / Senior Stenographer in Government departments, Public Sector Undertakings or statutory bodies.
🎯 Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 30 years |
| Maximum Age | 45 years |
| Age Counted As On | 01-10-2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules (SC/ST, OBC, ex-servicemen, departmental candidates) |
💸 Application Fee
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,500 + bank charges |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-Servicemen | ₹750 + bank charges |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / Debit / Credit Card / UPI) |
🧾 Selection Process
- Objective Type Test — 100 marks (General English, General Aptitude, General Knowledge, Legal Aptitude).
- Shorthand (English) Test at 120 w.p.m. with transcription on computer — 100 marks.
- Computer Typing Speed Test in English at 40 w.p.m. — 20 marks.
- Personal Interview — 30 marks.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination before final appointment.
📥 How to Apply
- Visit the official website: www.sci.gov.in.
- Open the recruitment section and find the Court Master (Shorthand) 2026 advertisement.
- Register, fill the application form with your details, upload documents and pay the fee online.
- Submit before 15-11-2026 (11:55 PM) and keep the confirmation for future reference.
🏢 About Organization
The Supreme Court of India, located in New Delhi, is the country's apex court. Its Registry manages the administrative functioning of the court, and the Court Master (Shorthand) plays a key role in recording court proceedings.
🔗 Important Links
| Apply Online (from 25-10-2026) | www.sci.gov.in |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC) |
❓ FAQs
How many Court Master posts are there in the Supreme Court Recruitment 2026?
20 tentative vacancies for the post of Court Master (Shorthand) in the Registry of the Supreme Court of India, under Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC).
When can I apply for the Supreme Court Court Master 2026 recruitment?
Online applications open on 25-10-2026 and close on 15-11-2026 (11:55 PM) through the official website www.sci.gov.in.
What is the eligibility for Court Master (Shorthand)?
A bachelor's degree from a recognized university, English shorthand speed of 120 words per minute, computer typing speed of 40 words per minute in English, and at least 5 years of regular service as Private Secretary, Senior PA, PA or Senior Stenographer in Government, PSUs or statutory bodies.
What is the age limit for Supreme Court Court Master 2026?
30 to 45 years as on 01-10-2026, with age relaxation as per Government of India rules for reserved categories, ex-servicemen and departmental candidates.
What is the application fee for Court Master recruitment?
₹1,500 for General/Unreserved candidates and ₹750 for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/ex-servicemen, plus bank charges, payable online.
What is the salary of a Supreme Court Court Master?
Court Master (Shorthand) is a gazetted post at Level 11 of the Pay Matrix — ₹67,700 to ₹2,08,700 per month, with an initial basic pay of ₹67,700.
What is the selection process for Court Master (Shorthand)?
Objective type test (100 marks), Shorthand (English) test at 120 wpm (100 marks), computer typing speed test at 40 wpm (20 marks), interview (30 marks), followed by document verification and medical examination.
When will the objective test be held?
The objective type test is tentatively scheduled for 07-12-2026, with the answer key upload on 08-12-2026 and the objection window from 08-12-2026 to 09-12-2026.