The Supreme Court of India has released the official advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) dated 12 October 2026 for direct recruitment to the post of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) in its Registry. A total of 65 tentative vacancies are available, and eligible candidates can apply online from 20 October 2026 to 10 November 2026 (11:55 PM).
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, with proficiency in English shorthand at 110 words per minute and computer typing speed of 40 words per minute. The post carries Pay Level 8 of the Pay Matrix, with a starting basic pay of Rs. 47,600 per month plus allowances. The last date to apply is 10 November 2026 — candidates should submit their forms well before the deadline.
This article covers the complete details of the Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 — important dates, vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process and the step-by-step application procedure — all taken from the official notification.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Supreme Court of India (Registry) |
| Recruitment Name | Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) — Direct Recruitment |
| Advertisement Number | F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) |
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Post Name | Senior Personal Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 65 (tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Supreme Court of India, New Delhi |
| Official Website | https://www.sci.gov.in/recruitments/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 November 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Objective Type Test (Tentative) | 7 December 2026 |
| Answer Key Upload (Tentative) | 8 December 2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Window | 8–9 December 2026 (till 11:55 PM) |
| Shorthand Test | To be notified |
| Typing Test | To be notified |
| Interview | To be notified |
Vacancy Details
The Supreme Court of India has announced 65 tentative vacancies for the post of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted). The number of vacancies is tentative and may change due to administrative exigencies or the requirements of the Registry.
| Post | Group | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Group B, Non-Gazetted | Level 8 (Rs. 47,600–1,51,100) | 65 (tentative) |
Educational Qualification (Eligibility)
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in India.
- Candidates must have proficiency in English shorthand at 110 words per minute.
- Candidates must have knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 words per minute.
Candidates should prepare for both skill tests, because qualifying in the objective-type test alone does not complete the selection process. Eligibility is assessed as on 1 October 2026.
Age Limit
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age Cut-off Date | 1 October 2026 |
Age relaxation is available as per Government of India rules for SC / ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), Persons with Disabilities and Ex-Servicemen candidates, with up to five years of additional relaxation for dependants of freedom fighters. There is no upper age limit for departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry. Employees of other government departments, PSUs or nationalised banks get no age relaxation.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,500 |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-Servicemen / Physically Challenged | Rs. 750 |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through the payment gateway provided by UCO Bank, plus applicable bank charges.
Salary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 8 of the Pay Matrix |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100 |
| Initial Basic Pay | Rs. 47,600 per month |
| Other Benefits | Allowances as admissible under the rules |
Selection Process
Selection for the post of Senior Personal Assistant is through the following four stages:
- Objective Type Test
- English Shorthand Test
- Typing Speed Test on Computer
- Interview
Candidates must qualify at the required stages to progress through the recruitment process.
Exam Pattern — Objective Type Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Judiciary Provisions in the Constitution | 25 | 25 |
| Supreme Court Rules, 2013 | 15 | 15 |
| Knowledge of Computer Operation | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Exam Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Test Type | Objective type |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 50 |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
The objective-type test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026. The shorthand and typing tests will be conducted at Delhi/NCR, while the interview will be held online or in person in Delhi, as specified in the recruitment details. The objective-type test will be conducted across examination cities in India, including Patna, Ranchi, Guwahati, Kolkata, Delhi/NCR, Lucknow, Jaipur, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Bhopal, Indore and other cities.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at https://www.sci.gov.in/ and open the recruitment notification for Senior Personal Assistant.
- Read the official notification carefully and check that you meet the educational qualification, shorthand, typing and age limit conditions.
- Click the application link and provide the required personal, educational and other details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, educational certificates and applicable category or disability certificate.
- Pay the application fee through the prescribed online payment gateway.
- Check all details carefully before submitting the form. Submit the application before 10 November 2026 (11:55 PM) and keep a copy of the completed form and payment confirmation for your records.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website — Supreme Court of India Recruitments | https://www.sci.gov.in/recruitments/ |
| Apply Online (via the Supreme Court Recruitments page) | https://www.sci.gov.in/recruitments/ |
| Official Notification — Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) | Available on the official website sci.gov.in |
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in the Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026? A total of 65 tentative vacancies have been announced for the post of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026? The last date to submit online applications is 10 November 2026, up to 11:55 PM. The application window opened on 20 October 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required? A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in India, English shorthand speed of 110 words per minute and computer typing speed of 40 words per minute.
Q4. What is the age limit for the Senior Personal Assistant post? Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age as on 1 October 2026, with admissible relaxations for reserved categories and no upper age limit for departmental candidates of the Registry.
Q5. What is the salary of a Senior Personal Assistant in the Supreme Court of India? The post is in Pay Level 8 of the Pay Matrix, Rs. 47,600–Rs. 1,51,100, with an initial basic pay of Rs. 47,600 per month plus allowances.
Q6. What is the application fee? Rs. 1,500 for General / Unreserved candidates and Rs. 750 for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), Ex-Servicemen and Physically Challenged candidates, payable online only through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
Q7. How are candidates selected? Selection is through an Objective Type Test (100 marks, no negative marking), an English Shorthand Test, a Typing Speed Test on Computer and an Interview.
Q8. When is the Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant objective test scheduled? The objective-type test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026, with the answer key tentatively on 8 December 2026, as per the official notification.