Vacancies: 20 (tentative) · Posts: 1 designation · Type: High Court / Judiciary · Direct Recruitment · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹1,500 (General/Unreserved) / ₹750 (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/ex-Servicemen) · Apply: 25 Oct–15 Nov 2026 · Salary: Level 11 (₹67,700 basic) · Selection: Objective Test + Shorthand + Typing + Interview · Location: Delhi (Registry)
The Supreme Court of India has invited online applications from Indian citizens for direct recruitment to a panel of 20 tentative Court Master (Shorthand) posts in its Registry. This is a gazetted post placed in Level 11 of the Pay Matrix with an initial basic pay of ₹67,700 plus allowances. Eligibility is reckoned as on 1 October 2026.
Supreme Court Court Master Bharti 2026 covers 20 posts in the Registry at New Delhi. Not to be confused with the separate advertisement for Court Master (Shorthand) on deputation basis dated 12 October 2026 (15 tentative posts). Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree, 120 w.p.m. English shorthand, 40 w.p.m. computer typing and five years’ regular service as Private Secretary, Senior PA, PA or Senior Stenographer in government, PSU or statutory bodies.
Applications open on the official portal from 25 October 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and close on 15 November 2026 at 11:55 p.m. Selection involves an objective test, shorthand test, typing test and interview.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- Only the last submitted application is considered if you file more than one.
- Departmental candidates of the Registry alone have no upper age limit; candidates in other government, PSU or bank posts get none.
- Selected candidates must work odd hours and holidays and submit an undertaking to that effect.
- Fee once paid is not refunded under any circumstances.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC), dated 15 October 2026 — Download PDF
- Official application route: Online at the DigiALM portal from 25 October 2026; fee online via UCO Bank; no hard copy required.
- Official updates page: Supreme Court of India Recruitments
- Last checked: 26 October 2026, 12:10 PM IST
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Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university + minimum 5 years’ regular service as Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer in Government/PSU/Statutory bodies + 120 w.p.m. English shorthand + 40 w.p.m. computer typing → Court Master (Shorthand) – 20 posts
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 October 2026 | Completed |
| Application Start | 25 October 2026 (10:00 a.m) | Open now |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 November 2026 (11:55 p.m) | Open now |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 November 2026 (11:55 p.m) | Open now |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | To be notified | To be notified |
| Objective Type Test Date | 7 December 2026 (tentative) | Upcoming |
| Shorthand / Typing / Interview | To be notified | To be notified |
Quick Overview – Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Supreme Court of India (SCI)
- Sector: Legal & Judiciary
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Court Master (Shorthand) Direct Recruitment
- Notification / Advertisement No.: F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC)
- Post(s): Court Master (Shorthand)
- Total Vacancies: 20 (tentative)
- Job Location: Registry of the Supreme Court of India, New Delhi
- Job Type / Nature: High Court / Judiciary · Direct Recruitment
- Salary: Level 11 (₹67,700–₹2,08,700); initial basic ₹67,700 plus allowances
- Apply Between: 25 October 2026 to 15 November 2026
- Apply Online: Court Master (Shorthand) Online Form (open until 15 November 2026)
- Notification PDF: Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC)
- Official Portal: Supreme Court of India Recruitments
What Posts Are Available? – Supreme Court Master Vacancy 2026
The notice advertises 20 tentative vacancies for one gazetted post. The number may change due to administrative exigencies. No category-wise breakup is printed.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification & Experience | Age Limit (UR) | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand) | 20 (tentative) | Bachelor’s degree; 120 w.p.m. English shorthand; 40 w.p.m. computer typing; min. 5 years’ regular service as PS/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer in Govt/PSU/Statutory bodies | 30–45 years as on 1 October 2026 | Level 11 (₹67,700 basic) |
No category-wise reservation breakup is printed in the advertisement.
Who Is Eligible for Supreme Court Master 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Indian citizens
- Domicile / local condition: The notice does not state a domicile condition
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University in India. Proficiency in Shorthand with a speed of 120 w.p.m. in Shorthand (English). Knowledge of Computer operation with a typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer. Minimum 5 years’ regular service in the cadre of Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer in Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Statutory bodies.
- Qualification must be held by: 1 October 2026
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 1 October 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 30 | 45 | — |
| OBC (NCL) | 30 | 48 | standard GoI relaxation (+3) |
| SC / ST | 30 | 50 | standard GoI relaxation (+5) |
| ex-Servicemen | 30 | As per GoI Rules | usual age relaxation as per GoI Rules |
| Dependants of freedom fighters | 30 | 50 | up to a maximum of five years over the prescribed limit |
| Departmental candidates of the Registry | 30 | No upper limit | No upper age limit |
Examples:
- ✅ A 44-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1982 — eligible (as on 1 October 2026).
- ❌ A 46-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1980 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Benefit of reservation will be available to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backwards Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) in accordance with Rule 4A of the Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961.
- PwBD: Not specified in the notice
What Is the Salary? – Pay Scale & Benefits
The post is placed in Level 11 of the Pay Matrix, i.e. ₹67,700–₹2,08,700, with initial basic pay of ₹67,700 plus allowances as admissible under the Rules.
Indicative in-hand estimate for Delhi (X-class city): around ₹1,17,800 per month (basic ₹67,700 + DA 60% + HRA 30% − NPS 10% of basic+DA; TA and other allowances extra). This is an indicative estimate; the official method in the notification prevails.
Use our 7th CPC Salary Calculator for a personal estimate. This calculator gives an indicative estimate; the official method in the notification prevails.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Application Fee | Other Printed Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | ₹1,500 | Bank charges | ₹1,500 + bank charges |
| SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/ex-Servicemen | ₹750 | Bank charges | ₹750 + bank charges |
Payment mode: Online only through the payment gateway provided by UCO Bank. Non-refundable. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
The Supreme Court Court Master online form 2026 is filled at the DigiALM portal from 25 October 2026 (10:00 a.m.) to 15 November 2026 (11:55 p.m.).
- Open the Court Master (Shorthand) Online Form (open until 15 November 2026).
- Complete online registration and furnish the required undertaking.
- Fill the application form with correct particulars (name, date of birth, etc., as in Class X certificate).
- Upload a scanned copy of a recent photograph, signature and requisite documents (Class X, Class XII, Graduation certificates, Experience Certificate, caste/community certificate if applicable).
- Pay the fee online via the UCO Bank gateway.
- Preview, submit and take a printout for your records. Once submitted, the application cannot be withdrawn or modified. Retain the application number.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting more than one application (only the last one is considered).
- Uploading documents that do not match the Class X certificate details.
- Missing the 11:55 p.m. deadline on 15 November 2026.
- Failing to intimate later employment to recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in.
- Not keeping a valid personal email and mobile number active throughout the process.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility not fulfilled | Admission provisional; candidature cancelled without notice if qualification or eligibility not met | General Instructions 1 |
| Relaxed standards | Reserved category candidates who qualify on relaxed standards considered only against reserved vacancies | General Instructions 3 |
| False information or documents | Impersonation, fabricated documents, false information or misrepresentation leads to removal, disqualification, prosecution and debarment | General Instructions 4 |
| Incomplete or incorrect form | All particulars must be correct; application once submitted cannot be withdrawn or modified | General Instructions 5 |
| Fee not refunded | Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances | General Instructions 6 |
| Multiple applications | Only the lastly submitted application form will be considered | General Instructions 10 |
| Name / DOB mismatch | Name, father’s name, mother’s name and date of birth accepted only as in High School / Class X certificate; change needs Gazette | General Instructions 11 |
| Category change | No request for change of category will be entertained | General Instructions 12 |
| Centre/date change | No request for change of city/test centre or date will be entertained | General Instructions 15 |
| NOC not produced | Serving candidates must submit No Objection Certificate at document verification | General Instructions 24 |
| Employment not intimated | Must intimate new employment to recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in, else adverse inference | General Instructions 25 |
| Non-compliant forms | Application forms which do not comply with the instructions shall be summarily rejected | General Instructions 27 |
| Unsigned application | Unsigned application will be summarily rejected | Registration section |
सुप्रीम कोर्ट कोर्ट मास्टर भर्ती 2026 – 20 पद
सुप्रीम कोर्ट ऑफ इंडिया ने रजिस्ट्री में कोर्ट मास्टर (शॉर्टहैंड) के 20 अस्थायी पदों के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन आमंत्रित किए हैं। अंतिम तिथि 15 नवंबर 2026 रात 11:55 बजे है। योग्य उम्मीदवारों को 1 अक्टूबर 2026 तक स्नातक डिग्री, 120 शब्द प्रति मिनट अंग्रेजी शॉर्टहैंड, 40 शब्द प्रति मिनट कंप्यूटर टाइपिंग और 5 वर्ष का नियमित अनुभव होना चाहिए।
अंतिम तिथि कब है? ऑनलाइन आवेदन 25 अक्टूबर 2026 से शुरू होकर 15 नवंबर 2026 रात 11:55 बजे तक स्वीकार किए जाएंगे।
कौन आवेदन कर सकता है? भारतीय नागरिक जिनके पास मान्यता प्राप्त विश्वविद्यालय से स्नातक डिग्री है, अंग्रेजी में 120 w.p.m. शॉर्टहैंड, कंप्यूटर पर 40 w.p.m. टाइपिंग और सरकारी/पीएसयू/सांविधिक निकायों में प्राइवेट सेक्रेटरी/सीनियर पीए/पीए/सीनियर स्टेनोग्राफर के रूप में न्यूनतम 5 वर्ष का नियमित सेवा अनुभव है। आयु 1 अक्टूबर 2026 को 30 से 45 वर्ष।
आवेदन कैसे करें? आधिकारिक वेबसाइट sci.gov.in पर दिए गए लिंक से ऑनलाइन आवेदन भरें। शुल्क ऑनलाइन जमा करें। कोई हार्ड कॉपी नहीं भेजनी है।
वेतन और चयन कैसे होगा? लेवल 11 (प्रारंभिक बेसिक ₹67,700) + भत्ते। चयन: ऑब्जेक्टिव टेस्ट, शॉर्टहैंड टेस्ट, टाइपिंग टेस्ट और इंटरव्यू।
अधिक जानकारी के लिए आधिकारिक वेबसाइट देखें: www.sci.gov.in
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Objective Type Test (100 questions, 1½ hours, 100 marks, minimum 50).
- Shorthand (English) Test at 120 w.p.m. (7 minutes dictation, 45 minutes transcription, 100 marks, minimum 50; maximum 5% mistakes).
- Typing Speed Test on Computer in English (minimum 40 w.p.m., 10 minutes, 20 marks, minimum 10; maximum 2% mistakes).
- Interview (30 marks, minimum 15).
If a large number qualify the Objective Type Test, candidates are shortlisted in the ratio of 1:10 against the number of tentative vacancies for the Shorthand and Typing tests. Candidates who qualify all three tests are shortlisted in the ratio of 1:3 for the interview.
| Stage | What It Is | Marks / Weightage | Shortlisting / Qualifying Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective Type Test | 100 MCQs (25 English, 25 GK, 25 Judiciary in Constitution, 15 SC Rules 2013, 10 Computer) | 100 | Minimum 50; then 1:10 shortlist |
| Shorthand (English) Test | 120 w.p.m. dictation + transcription | 100 | Minimum 50; 5% mistakes allowed |
| Typing Speed Test | Computer typing 40 w.p.m. | 20 | Minimum 10; 2% mistakes allowed |
| Interview | Interview | 30 | Minimum 15; 1:3 shortlist |
There will be no negative marking in the Objective Type Test.
Prepare a daily Current Affairs digest for the General Knowledge section of the Objective Type Test.
What Is the Exam Pattern?
| Paper / Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General English | 25 | — | — | Objective |
| General Knowledge | 25 | — | — | Objective |
| Provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India | 25 | — | — | Objective |
| Supreme Court Rules, 2013 | 15 | — | — | Objective |
| Knowledge of Computer operation | 10 | — | — | Objective |
| Total Objective Type Test | 100 | 100 | 1½ hours | Qualifying/shortlisting |
| Shorthand (English) | — | 100 | 7 min dictation + 45 min transcription | Qualifying |
| Typing Speed Test | — | 20 | 10 minutes | Qualifying |
| Interview | — | 30 | — | Qualifying/merit |
Negative marking: There will be no negative marking in the Objective Type Test.
Where Is the Exam Held?
| State / UT | Exam Centres (every city printed) |
|---|---|
| Bihar | Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Patna |
| Jharkhand | Bokaro Steel City, Dhanbad, Ranchi |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar/Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela |
| Assam | Guwahati |
| West Bengal | Kolkata, Siliguri |
| Delhi/NCR | Delhi/NCR |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Prayagraj, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Roorkee |
| Rajasthan | Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur |
| Haryana | Ambala, Kurukshetra |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hamirpur, Kangra, Shimla |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu, Srinagar |
| Ladakh | Leh |
| Punjab | Amritsar, Bathinda, Ludhiana, Mohali, Pathankot, Patiala, Phagwara |
| Andhra Pradesh | Guntur, Visakhapatnam |
| Karnataka | Belagavi (Belgaum), Bengaluru, Mysuru (Mysore) |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Warangal |
| Kerala | Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Rajkot |
| Maharashtra | Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune |
| Chhattisgarh | Bhilai, Raipur |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur |
Candidates must select cities in order of preference. The Registry may shift centres or assign any city due to administrative reasons. Shorthand and Typing tests will be conducted in Delhi/NCR. The interview may be online or physical in Delhi.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
This is a specialised gazetted post in the Supreme Court Registry that demands proven shorthand speed of 120 w.p.m. and five years of regular stenography service. The 1:10 shortlist after the objective test and the further 1:3 cut for interview mean only a small fraction of applicants will reach the final stage. Selected candidates must accept odd-hour and holiday work.
Best fit: Experienced Private Secretaries or Senior Stenographers in government or PSU service who already hold a bachelor’s degree and can clear 120 w.p.m. shorthand cleanly.
Skip if: You lack the mandatory five years of regular cadre service or cannot meet the 120 w.p.m. standard with only 5% mistakes allowed.
Practical tip: Practise the exact gradation method printed in the notice (100% for zero mistakes down to 50% at 5%) so you know the margin before the test.
What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Recent photograph and signature (scanned)
- Class X / High School certificate
- Class XII certificate
- Graduation certificate
- Experience certificate
- Caste/community certificate (and non-creamy layer certificate if applicable) for reserved category candidates
At Document Verification / Joining
All original documents establishing eligibility, including No Objection Certificate for serving candidates.
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- Name, father’s name, mother’s name and date of birth must match the Class X certificate exactly; any change requires a Gazette Notification.
- Experience must be regular service in the specified cadre; the certificate will be verified.
- Reserved-category certificates must be valid and issued by the competent authority.
What Are the Service Conditions?
- Selected candidates will be empanelled in order of merit; mere placement on the panel does not confer any right to claim appointment.
- Candidates selected and appointed will have to work even at odd hours and holidays and must submit an undertaking to that effect.
- The Registry reserves the right to change the number of posts or cancel/restrict the selection process without notice.
What Happens After Selection?
- Candidates are empanelled in the order of merit.
- Appointment is made from the panel as per administrative requirements.
- Document verification is completed before or at the time of appointment.
✅ Confirmed: Panel formation and no automatic right to appointment. ❓ Not specified: Probation period details, confirmation process or posting rules beyond the Registry.
How Do Answer Keys & Objections Work?
After the Objective Type Test, answer keys will be uploaded tentatively on 8 December 2026. Objections may be sent online from 8 December 2026 to 9 December 2026 till 11:55 p.m. A fee of ₹100 per objection is charged and refunded if the objection is found valid. The decision of the competent authority is final.
General Instructions & Important Rules
- Candidates must ensure they fulfil all eligibility conditions; admission is provisional.
- All requisite documents will be checked at document verification.
- No TA/DA is payable for appearing in the tests or interview.
- Admit cards must be downloaded from the website; none will be sent by post.
- Candidates must keep a valid personal email ID and mobile number active throughout the process.
- In case of any dispute, jurisdiction will be Delhi.
- The Registry reserves the right to change vacancies, criteria or schedule, or to cancel the selection process.
Contact & Helpline
The 15 October 2026 advertisement does not print a recruitment helpline or phone number. For employment status intimation, use recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in. Check the Supreme Court of India Recruitments page for updates.
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Important Links – Supreme Court Master Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Court Master (Shorthand) Online Form (open until 15 November 2026) |
| Notification PDF | Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC) |
| Official Recruitment Page | Supreme Court of India Recruitments |
| Application Link Notice | Submission of online applications dated 24 October 2026 |
FAQs – Supreme Court Court Master 2026
What is the last date to apply for Supreme Court Court Master 2026?
15 November 2026 at 11:55 p.m. Online registration opened on 25 October 2026 at 10:00 a.m. No extension has been announced as of 26 October 2026.
What is the age limit for Supreme Court Court Master?
Minimum 30 years and maximum 45 years as on 1 October 2026 for general candidates. Usual age relaxation applies to SC/ST/OBC (NCL) and ex-Servicemen as per Government of India Rules. No upper age limit for departmental candidates of the Registry.
Is there an exam for Supreme Court Court Master, or is it interview-based?
There is a multi-stage process: Objective Type Test, Shorthand (English) Test, Typing Speed Test on Computer and Interview. There is no negative marking in the objective test.
What is the salary for Court Master posts in this recruitment?
Level 11 of the Pay Matrix (₹67,700–₹2,08,700) with initial basic pay of ₹67,700 plus allowances as admissible under the Rules.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
No — the bachelor’s degree and all other eligibility conditions must be held as on 1 October 2026.
Is this Court Master post a permanent government job?
The notice describes it as direct recruitment to a gazetted post in the Registry for preparation of a panel. It does not use the word “permanent” or detail probation and confirmation beyond a reference in the false-information clause.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. The notice invites applications from Indian citizens and does not state a domicile or residence condition.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
In the Registry of the Supreme Court of India, New Delhi. Selected candidates must work even at odd hours and holidays.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age and qualification conditions as on 1 October 2026.
- You accept the nature of this job: High Court / Judiciary · Direct Recruitment.
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires at verification.
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: Objective Test + Shorthand + Typing + Interview.
- You accept the posting terms: Registry of the Supreme Court of India; odd hours and holidays.
📄 Primary source: Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC), Supreme Court of India, dated 15 October 2026 (Download PDF). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
