Supreme Court of India Junior Court Assistant (JCA) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 250 Vacancies (Advt. No. F.6/2026-SC (RC))

The Supreme Court of India has officially released its employment notification (Advt. No. F.6/2026-SC (RC), dated 30th September 2026) for the direct recruitment of dynamic, qualified, and eligible Indian citizens to create a panel for filling up 250 tentative vacancies for the post of Junior Court Assistant (Group-B, Non-Gazetted).

The online application registration window officially opened on 7th October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official Supreme Court website up to 28th October 2026 (11:55 PM).

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Supreme Court of India (SCI)
Post Designation	Junior Court Assistant (JCA)
Cadre Classification	Group-B, Non-Gazetted (Level 6 in the Pay Matrix)
Total Openings	250 Vacancies (Tentative)
Job Location	New Delhi (Supreme Court Registry)
Application Mode	Online Only (via official SCI web portal)
Notification Release Date	30th September 2026
Online Application Start Date	7th October 2026
Last Date & Time to Apply Online	28th October 2026 (Up to 11:55 PM)
Official Website Portal	www.sci.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Official Notification Publication Date	30th September 2026
Commencement of Online Application Window	7th October 2026
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	28th October 2026 (Up to 11:55 PM)
Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility Parameters	1st September 2026
Objective Type Test Date (Tentative)	20th November 2026
Objective Type Test Answer Key Release	22nd November 2026
Answer Key Objection Window	22nd to 23rd November 2026 (Up to 11:55 PM)

Salary Scale & Compensation Structure Matrix

• Pay Structure: Classified as a Group-B Non-Gazetted post placed in Level 6 of the Pay Matrix.
• Initial Basic Pay: ₹35,400/- per month.
• Additional Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other admissible perks as per Supreme Court rules and central guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st September 2026)

• Age Range: Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age.
• Age Relaxations: Standard upper age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, and Physically Challenged candidates) as per Government of India guidelines.

2. Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Core Academic Requirement: Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University in India.
• Technical Literacy: Minimum proficiency in computer operations.
• Typing Speed Requirement: A minimum English typing speed of 35 W.P.M. on a computer.

Selection Process Structure

The multi-stage recruitment pipeline is structured as follows:

1. Objective Type Test: Multiple-choice questions covering English language, general awareness, and quantitative aptitude (tentatively scheduled for 20th November 2026 across 131 test centres pan-India).
2. Typing Speed Test on Computer: English typing assessment at 35 W.P.M. conducted in Delhi/NCR for candidates qualifying the objective test.
3. Written Test (Descriptive): Descriptive evaluation in English (comprehension, translation, and essay writing).
4. Interview: Final personal interaction to evaluate suitability, held either online or physically in Delhi.

Application Fee Structure

Category of Applicant	Application Fee Amount
General / Unreserved Candidates	₹1,000/- (plus applicable bank charges)
SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / Ex-Servicemen / PwD Candidates	₹750/- (plus applicable bank charges)
Payment Mode: Online digital transaction gateway via UCO Bank payment gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI). Fees once paid are non-refundable.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the official Supreme Court of India recruitment web portal at www.sci.gov.in.
2. Access Recruitment Link: Click on the “Recruitment” tab on the homepage and locate the active notification link for Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026.
3. New Registration: Register using a valid email ID and active mobile number to generate your login credentials.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in, fill out your personal profile, educational qualifications, and computer competency data accurately.
5. Upload Scanned Document Bundle: Upload scanned digital copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, 10th/12th mark sheets, graduation degree certificate, and category certificates matching the prescribed dimensions.
6. Remit Fee & Final Submission: Pay the application fee online through the payment gateway, review your completed form carefully via the preview screen, and submit it on or before 28th October 2026 (11:55 PM). Print and save a hard copy of the final confirmation receipt.

🔗 Supreme Court of India Official Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online via SCI Recruitment Portal

📄 Download Supreme Court JCA Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for Supreme Court JCA Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application window closes on 28th October 2026 at 11:55 PM.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under this notification?

A: A total of 250 tentative vacancies have been notified for the Junior Court Assistant post.

Q3: What is the age limit for unreserved candidates?

A: Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age as on 1st September 2026.

Q4: What are the minimum educational requirements?

A: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university, have basic computer operational knowledge, and achieve a typing speed of 35 W.P.M. in English.

Q5: When is the tentative objective examination scheduled?

A: The objective type test is tentatively scheduled for 20th November 2026 across 131 test centres pan-India.