Supreme Court Junior Court Attendant Vacancy 2026

Introduction

The Supreme Court of India has announced a recruitment drive for 130 tentative vacancies for the post of Junior Court Attendant (Group 'C' Non-Clerical). This is a direct recruitment opportunity for Indian citizens who meet the specified eligibility criteria as of October 1, 2026. The selection process involves an Objective Type Test and an Interview. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of the Supreme Court of India. The application window opens on November 4, 2026, and closes on November 25, 2026, at 11:55 p.m. Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification for complete details regarding qualifications, age limits, application fees, and the selection procedure before submitting their applications. The official notification PDF contains all the definitive information for this recruitment.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 130 tentative vacancies are available for the post of Junior Court Attendant. The category-wise distribution of these vacancies is not specified in the supplied notification.

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

To be eligible for the Junior Court Attendant post, candidates must have completed:

• Minimum X Standard examination from any Board/Institute recognized by the Government.
• Maximum XII Standard/10+2 examination from any Board/Institute recognized by the Government.

All candidates must ensure they meet the prescribed qualification and eligibility conditions as on October 1, 2026. Admission to the examination stages is provisional and subject to verification of all requisite documents.

Age Limit and Relaxation

As of October 1, 2026, candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 27 years old.

Age relaxations are applicable as follows:

• Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), Physically Challenged, and Ex-Servicemen: Usual age relaxation as per Government of India's Rules.
• Dependants of Freedom Fighters: Relaxation up to a maximum of five years over and above the prescribed age limit.
• Widows, Divorced Women, and Women Judicially Separated from their Husbands (and not remarried): Allowed up to the age of 35 years. This limit is extended to 38 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and 40 years for SC/ST candidates.
• Departmental Candidates of the Registry of the Supreme Court of India: There is no upper age limit.

No age relaxation will be granted to candidates working in other Government Departments, Public Sector Undertakings, Statutory Bodies, or Nationalized Banks.

Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online only.

The fee must be paid through the payment gateway provided by UCO Bank. Applications without the prescribed fee will not be accepted.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be appointed as Junior Court Attendants in Level 3 of the Pay Matrix. The pay scale ranges from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100 per month, with an initial Basic Pay of Rs. 21,700, plus applicable allowances.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of two stages:

1. Objective Type Test: This test will have 100 Multiple Choice Questions covering General Intelligence and Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, and General Awareness. The duration is 1.5 hours (90 minutes). The minimum qualifying marks for this test is 50 out of 100. There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
2. Interview: Candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks (50 or more) in the Objective Type Test will be shortlisted for the interview. They will be called for the interview in a ratio of 1:3 against the number of vacancies, based on their merit position in the Objective Type Test. The interview carries a maximum of 25 marks.

The final selection will be based on the merit list prepared after the interview. Mere placement in the panel does not guarantee appointment.

Application Procedure

Eligible candidates are required to apply online through the official website of the Supreme Court of India, www.sci.gov.in. The application process involves the following steps:

1. Visit the official website: www.sci.gov.in.
2. Locate the link for the Junior Court Attendant recruitment and click on it.
3. Read the detailed official notification carefully.
4. Register online by filling in the required personal and educational details.
5. Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, and other necessary documents.
6. Pay the application fee online through the provided payment gateway.
7. Review all the details filled in the application form before final submission.
8. Submit the application form.

Candidates must retain their Application Number for future reference, such as downloading admit cards.

Required Documents

While submitting the online application form, candidates will need to upload scanned copies of the following documents:

• Recent Photograph
• Signature
• Class Xth Certificate
• Class XIIth Standard/10+2 Certificate
• Caste/Community Certificate (if applicable for reserved categories)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria, including age and educational qualifications, as of October 1, 2026.
• Applications will be accepted online only. No postal applications will be considered.
• Pay the application fee through the specified online mode. Ensure the payment is successful.
• Double-check all information entered in the online application form before final submission, as it cannot be withdrawn or modified later.
• Candidates seeking reservation benefits must possess valid caste/community and non-creamy layer certificates issued by the competent authority.
• Admit cards will not be sent by post; they must be downloaded from the official website.
• Be aware of the negative marking in the Objective Type Test.
• The Supreme Court of India reserves the right to modify or cancel the selection process at any stage.

Official Notification and Application Links

For detailed information and to apply, please refer to the following links:

• Official Notification PDF: Download Notification
• Official Website for Application: Supreme Court of India

Relevant FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Junior Court Attendant post?
A1: The last date to apply online is November 25, 2026, at 11:55 p.m.

Q2: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A2: Candidates must have passed at least the X Standard examination and can have passed up to the XII Standard/10+2 examination.

Q3: Is there any application fee?
A3: Yes, the fee is Rs. 1,500/- for General/Unreserved candidates and Rs. 750/- for reserved categories, payable online.

Q4: How will candidates be selected?
A4: Selection is based on an Objective Type Test followed by an Interview.