Supreme Court Initiates Online Hiring for Junior Court Assistants

The apex judicial body has launched a web‑based selection process for the role of Junior Court Assistant (JCA). The recruitment aims to fill approximately 250 vacancies in the Group‑B, non‑gazetted cadre.

Key Dates and Application Window

Prospective candidates can file their applications from 7 October 2026 up to 28 October 2026, 11:55 pm. The official advertisement was issued on 30 September, and aspirants are advised to read the notice thoroughly before proceeding.

Provisional Examination Schedule

The objective‑type written examination is tentatively scheduled for 20 November 2026. The Supreme Court has warned that the dates may be revised, so candidates should monitor the recruitment portal for any updates.

Selection will be conducted in multiple stages: an objective test, a computer‑typing assessment, a descriptive paper, and a personal interview.

Eligibility Conditions

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized Indian university. Additionally, a basic computer proficiency and a minimum English typing speed of 35 words per minute are compulsory.

Age is calculated as of 1 September 2026. Candidates should be at least 18 years old and not exceed 30 years on that date. Age relaxations apply to candidates from reserved categories as per existing guidelines.

Application Fee Structure

General and OBC candidates are required to pay Rs 1,500, while candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex‑Servicemen and PwBD categories enjoy a reduced fee of Rs 750. The fee must be paid online through the prescribed gateway, and applicants should verify all personal, educational, and documentary details before final submission.

Four‑Stage Selection Process

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

Candidates must meet the qualifying threshold in each stage to progress further.

Compensation and Pay Scale

The Junior Court Assistant post falls under Group‑B, non‑gazetted service and is placed at Pay Level‑6 of the Central Pay Matrix. The initial 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 official notice reads.

Applicants should ensure they satisfy every eligibility requirement, complete the online form before the deadline, and retain a copy of the submitted application along with the payment receipt for future reference.