Supreme Court Announces Online Recruitment for Junior Court Assistants

The apex court has opened an online selection drive for the post of Junior Court Assistant (JCA). The initiative seeks to fill 250 tentative vacancies in the Group‑B, non‑gazetted cadre.

Key Dates and Application Window

Interested candidates may submit their applications from 7 October 2026 until 28 October 2026, 11:55 pm. The official notification was released on 30 September, and aspirants are urged to review the advertisement carefully before proceeding.

Examination Schedule

The objective‑type written test is provisionally slated for 20 November 2026. The Supreme Court has cautioned that the timetable could be altered, so candidates should keep an eye on updates posted on the court’s recruitment portal.

The selection will not rely on a single paper. Applicants must clear a series of stages: an objective test, a computer‑typing assessment, a descriptive examination, and a personal interview.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognised Indian university. In addition, a working knowledge of computers and a minimum English typing speed of 35 words per minute are mandatory.

The age limit is calculated as of 1 September 2026**. Candidates should be at least 18 years old and not older than 30 on that date. Age relaxations apply to candidates from reserved categories as per prevailing rules.

Application Fee Structure

The fee for General and OBC candidates is set at Rs 1,500. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex‑Servicemen and PwBD categories enjoy a reduced fee of Rs 750. Payments must be made online through the designated gateway, and applicants should verify all personal, educational, and document details before final submission.

Four‑Stage Selection Process

  • Stage 1: 100‑mark objective test.
  • Stage 2: 50‑mark computer‑typing test.
  • Stage 3: 100‑mark descriptive written examination.
  • Stage 4: Interview carrying 25 marks.

Candidates must satisfy the qualifying criteria for each stage to advance.

Compensation and Pay Scale

The Junior Court Assistant role is classified under Group‑B, non‑gazetted service and is placed at Pay Level‑6 of the Central Pay Matrix. The starting basic salary is Rs 35,400, supplemented by applicable allowances.

"The 250 posts are described as tentative, meaning the final number may be adjusted during the recruitment process," the notification states.

Prospective applicants should ensure they meet every eligibility condition, complete the online form before the deadline, and retain a copy of the submitted application along with payment confirmation for future reference.