Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 250 Posts, Apply Online from 07-10-2026
📌 Overview
The Supreme Court of India has released its detailed advertisement for the Junior Court Assistant (JCA) recruitment 2026. Issued as Advt No. F.6/2026-SC(RC) on 30-09-2026, the drive builds a selection panel for 250 tentative Junior Court Assistant vacancies — a Group-B Non-Gazetted post at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400. Online registration opens on 07-10-2026 and closes on 28-10-2026 at 11:55 PM.
| Organization | Supreme Court of India (Registry, New Delhi) |
|---|---|
| Post | Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted) |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/2026-SC(RC) dated 30-09-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 250 (tentative) |
| Pay | Level 6 — initial basic ₹35,400 + allowances |
| Official Website | sci.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 30-09-2026 |
| Online Application Start | 07-10-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (11:55 PM) | 28-10-2026 |
| Objective Type Test (tentative) | 20-11-2026 |
| Answer Key Upload (tentative) | 22-11-2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Post |
|---|---|
| Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted) | 250 (tentative) |
The recruitment prepares a panel of candidates; final appointments depend on the Registry's actual requirements.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in India.
- Computer skill: Knowledge of computer operations with English typing speed of at least 35 words per minute.
- Nationality: Indian citizens only.
- Eligibility is assessed as on 01-09-2026 — a degree completed after that date does not count.
- Read the detailed advertisement on sci.gov.in for the complete conditions.
🎯 Age Limit (as on 01-09-2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules for SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD / ESM |
💸 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹1,500 + bank charges |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / ESM / PwBD | ₹750 + bank charges |
Pay online through the UCO Bank payment gateway only. The fee is non-refundable, and the form cannot be withdrawn or modified after submission.
🧾 Selection Process
- Objective Type Test (100 questions, 90 minutes; minimum 50 marks to qualify) — tentatively on 20-11-2026
- English Typing Speed Test on computer (35 wpm)
- Descriptive Written Test in English
- Interview
- Document Verification
The typing and descriptive tests are held only in Delhi/NCR, and no TA/DA is payable for any test or the interview.
📥 How to Apply for SCI Junior Court Assistant 2026
- Visit the Supreme Court of India website: sci.gov.in and open the recruitment / online application link.
- Read the detailed advertisement (F.6/2026-SC(RC)) carefully before filling the form.
- Register with basic details, then complete the application with qualification and exam-centre information.
- Upload the photograph, signature and Class X, XII and graduation certificates (plus category/disability certificates, if applicable).
- Pay the fee online and submit between 07-10-2026 and 28-10-2026 (11:55 PM). If you submit more than one form, only the latest application number is considered. Take a printout of the final form — no printed copy needs to be sent by post.
🏢 About Organization
The Supreme Court of India is the apex judicial body of the country. Its Registry at Tilak Marg, New Delhi, appoints ministerial staff such as Junior Court Assistants to support the Court's judicial and administrative work.
🔗 Important Links
| Official Website (Apply Online) | sci.gov.in |
|---|
❓ FAQs
How many vacancies are there in SCI Junior Court Assistant 2026?
250 tentative vacancies of Junior Court Assistant (Group-B Non-Gazetted) in the Supreme Court Registry.
What are the application dates for SCI JCA 2026?
Online applications open on 07-10-2026 and close on 28-10-2026 at 11:55 PM.
What is the eligibility for SCI Junior Court Assistant?
A bachelor's degree from a recognized university plus English typing speed of 35 words per minute, with computer knowledge. Age 18–30 years as on 01-09-2026.
What is the pay of a Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant?
Level 6 of the Pay Matrix with an initial basic pay of ₹35,400 plus allowances.
What is the application fee?
₹1,500 for General/Unreserved and ₹750 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/ESM/PwBD candidates, plus bank charges.
What is the selection process?
Objective type test, English typing speed test, descriptive written test, interview and document verification.
Where do I apply for SCI JCA 2026?
Only online through the official website sci.gov.in.