Supreme Court of India (Registry)
Last Date: 10 November 2026


Supreme Court SPA Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

OrganizationSupreme Court of India (Registry)
Advertisement No.F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC), dated 12 October 2026
Post NameSenior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted)
Total Vacancies65 (tentative, subject to change)
Job TypeDirect recruitment, panel for Level 8 post
Application ModeOnline only
Application Start Date20 October 2026
Last Date to Apply10 November 2026, 11:55 p.m.
Minimum QualificationDegree of a recognised university in India, English shorthand at 110 w.p.m., computer typing at 40 w.p.m.
Age Limit18 to 30 years as on 1 October 2026 (relaxation as per Government of India rules)
Selection ProcessObjective test, shorthand test, typing test on computer, interview
Salary / Pay Scale Level 8, Rs. 47,600 to Rs. 1,51,100, initial basic pay Rs. 47,600 plus allowances
Job LocationNew Delhi
Official Website www.sci.gov.in
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Supreme Court SPA Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

The Supreme Court of India has invited online applications for 65 tentative vacancies of Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) under Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC), dated 12 October 2026. The post is classified as Group B, non-gazetted, with a salary under Pay Level 8. The online application process will begin on 20 October 2026 and close on 10 November 2026 at 11:55 PM. The objective test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026, leaving less than one month between the application deadline and the proposed examination date. 

The Supreme Court Registry conducts its own staff recruitment, independently of the SSC and UPSC, often for specialised posts that require specific skills. The Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) post is primarily a stenography-based role. The main responsibilities include taking dictation in English shorthand and converting it into accurate, well-formatted typed documents. Therefore, the recruitment focuses on both educational qualifications and stenography skills, requiring a degree and an English shorthand speed of 110 words per minute, rather than relying solely on a general aptitude test.

The previous Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) recruitment was advertised in December 2024 for 33 posts. The current notification announces 65 tentative vacancies, almost double the number offered in the previous round. Also, in the 2024 recruitment cycle, the typing test began on 21 January 2025, and 1,465 candidates qualified for the SPA post before the shorthand and written tests were conducted. The SPA interview was held on 8 August 2025. This indicates that the recruitment process took approximately eight months from advertisement to interview, so candidates should be prepared for a potentially lengthy selection process.

The selection process has been revised for the current recruitment cycle. The objective test will be conducted first, followed by the second stage, which includes the typing test and English shorthand test. This change allows graduates to attempt the initial written examination before demonstrating their practical stenography skills. However, candidates must still qualify in the prescribed skill tests to progress through the selection process.


Vacancy Details

The 65 vacancies for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 are tentative and may change depending on administrative requirements. The Registry has also reserved the right to modify the selection process without prior notice. Candidates should therefore check the official website regularly for any changes.
Regarding reservation, the advertisement refers to SC, ST and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) under Rule 4A of the Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961. This rule was amended through Gazette Notification No. G.S.R. 447(E), dated 3 July 2025. The revised Rule 4A provides for reservation for SC, ST, OBC, persons with disabilities, Ex-Servicemen and dependants of freedom fighters in accordance with applicable Government of India orders for posts carrying the corresponding pay scale.
As the advertisement does not specify the category-wise vacancy distribution, candidates should wait for the Registry's official category-wise vacancy details before assessing the number of posts available under their respective categories.


Application Fee

The application fee for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 varies by category. Applicable bank charges must be paid separately.

  • General/Unreserved: Rs. 1,500
  • SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), Ex-servicemen and PwD: Rs. 750

    The fee must be paid online through the payment gateway provided by UCO Bank. Offline or postal applications are not accepted. The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including cases where the application is later found ineligible. Candidates should therefore verify their age, educational qualifications and Class X details before making payment.

    Note for EWS candidates:     The advertisement doesn't specifically mention EWS candidates in the fee structure. Candidates holding only an EWS certificate should confirm the applicable fee category on the official application portal before paying.
    In addition, a fee of ₹100 per objection will be charged when the answer key is released. This amount will be refunded only if the objection is found to be valid.


Age Limit

Candidates applying for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 must be at least 18 years old and not more than 30 years old as of 1 October 2026. The same date applies to the prescribed educational qualification requirements, meaning candidates must meet all eligibility conditions by this date.
Age relaxation is available to eligible SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), persons with disabilities and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per applicable Government of India rules. Under the usual central government norms, the general relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates. However, candidates should verify the specific provisions in the official application instructions before applying.

Dependants of freedom fighters may receive age relaxation of up to five years beyond the prescribed age limit, subject to the applicable rules.
Candidates should note two important age-related conditions for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026:
1. Supreme Court Registry employees: There is no upper age limit for eligible employees of the Supreme Court Registry.
2. Employees of other organisations: Candidates working in other government departments, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) or nationalised banks are not entitled to age relaxation on the basis of their service.


Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 must fulfil all three eligibility conditions as of 1 October 2026:
1. Educational Qualification: A degree from a recognised university in India is required. No specific subject or minimum percentage is prescribed. Candidates with a BA, B.Com, B.Sc. or any other recognised bachelor's degree can apply.
2. English Shorthand: Candidates must have proficiency in English shorthand at a speed of 110 words per minute (WPM).
3. Computer Knowledge and Typing: Candidates must have knowledge of computer operation and a typing speed of 40 words per minute (WPM).

Note: The advertisement doesn't list separate certificates for shorthand or typing among the documents required for upload. Instead, candidates must demonstrate these skills through the skill tests conducted by the Supreme Court Registry.

*Candidates must satisfy the prescribed educational qualification requirements as of 1 October 2026. Therefore, final-year students whose degree results are declared after this date may not meet the eligibility conditions.
The advertisement does not clearly specify whether provisional degree certificates will be accepted. Candidates in this situation should contact the Supreme Court Registry's Recruitment Cell for clarification before paying the non-refundable application fee. This will help avoid potential eligibility issues at a later stage.


Selection Process

The Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of four stages. Candidates must qualify at each stage to proceed to the next. The stages of selection are outlined below: 

The objective test for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 covers the following subjects:
1. General English => 25
2. General Knowledge => 25
3. Provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India => 25
4. Supreme Court Rules, 2013 => 15
5. Computer Operation => 10
Total => 100 Marks

There is no negative marking in the objective test.

English shorthand test: Candidates are assessed on their shorthand accuracy. The score starts at 100 marks for a paper with no mistakes and decreases by 10 marks for every additional 1% of mistakes, down to 50 marks at the permitted 5% error limit.

Typing test: A maximum error rate of 3% is permitted. Each incorrectly typed word or figure is counted as one full mistake.

Shortlisting for the Next Stages: If a large number of candidates score 50 marks or above in the objective test, the Registry will shortlist candidates for the second stage at a ratio of 1:10 against the vacancies. For 65 tentative vacancies, this means approximately 650 candidates.

The interview shortlist will follow a ratio of 1:3 against the vacancies, which amounts to 195 candidates for 65 vacancies. Only candidates who qualify all three preceding tests will be considered for the interview.


The 50-mark qualifying threshold in the objective test is not necessarily the final shortlisting cut-off. If thousands of candidates score 50 or above, selection for the next stage will depend on their relative ranks. With shortlisting limited to the top candidates in the prescribed ratio, the actual cut-off may be considerably higher than 50 marks.
The second stage is likely to be a major filtering point, as candidates must demonstrate the required shorthand and typing skills. Meeting the minimum objective-test score alone does not guarantee progression through the recruitment process.

Interview and Final Selection: The interview carries 30 marks out of the stated total of 250 marks, accounting for approximately 12% of the total. It may be conducted online or in Delhi, as decided by the Supreme Court Registry. Candidates should focus on qualifying in all the preceding tests, as interview performance alone cannot compensate for failing a mandatory skill test.
*Important: There is no official details provided yet on how marks from all four stages will be combined to prepare the final merit list. Candidates should therefore wait for an official clarification before assuming that all 250 marks will contribute to the final ranking.

Note: Detailed information on the Supreme Court Rules, 2013 and the Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961 is provided in the Important Links section below. Candidates should review these rules carefully, as questions from this area carry 15 marks in Stage I of the objective-type examination.


Salary, Job Location and Service Conditions

The Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) post falls under Pay Level 8, with a pay scale of ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100. The initial basic pay is ₹47,600 per month, along with applicable allowances admissible under the prescribed rules.
The place of posting for selected candidates is the Supreme Court Registry in New Delhi. However, the examination stages may be conducted at different locations:
Objective Test: Conducted across 69 examination centres in 23 states and union territories.
Shorthand and Typing Tests: Conducted in Delhi/NCR.
North East Region: Guwahati is the only examination centre listed for this region.
Candidates should note that the examination centre is separate from the actual place of posting. Selection for the post requires candidates to work at the Supreme Court Registry in New Delhi.

Working Conditions and Probation: selected candidates must submit an undertaking agreeing to work outside regular office hours and on holidays whenever required, without objection. The notification also refers to probation in its disqualification provisions, but it does not specify the duration of the probation period. Candidates should check the applicable service rules or subsequent official clarifications for further details. 


How to Apply

  1. Go to the official website www.sci.gov.in and open the Recruitments page under Notices.
  2. Click the Apply Online link for Senior Personal Assistant once it goes live on 20 October 2026.
  3. Register with your own e-mail ID and an active mobile number, because the Registry sends test updates by SMS and e-mail.
  4. Fill in your name, father's name, mother's name and date of birth exactly as printed on your Class X certificate.
  5. Choose your test cities in order of preference from the list in Annexure A.
  6. Upload your recent photograph, signature and certificates in the size and format shown on the application page.
  7. Give the online undertaking that you have read the terms and will abide by them.
  8. Pay the fee online through the payment gateway provided by UCO Bank.
  9. Preview the form, check every detail, and submit it before 11:55 p.m. on 10 November 2026.
  10. Take a printout and note your application number, which you need for the admit card. Do not post the printout to the Registry.


Required Documents and Important Instructions

Candidates applying for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 should keep the following documents ready for the application and subsequent verification, as applicable:

1. Recent photograph and signature: Ensure both meet the prescribed specifications for online submission.

2. Class X certificate: Required for verifying date of birth and personal details.
3. Class XII certificate: Keep the certificate and relevant marksheet ready.
4. Graduation certificate: Proof of a degree from a recognised university.
5. Caste or community certificate: Required for candidates claiming reservation under an eligible category.
6. Disability certificate: Required for candidates claiming benefits under the applicable disability category.
7. Name-change Gazette notification: Keep a copy ready if your current name differs from the name recorded on your Class X certificate.
Separate shorthand or typing certificates are not required. Candidates must demonstrate the prescribed shorthand and typing skills through the tests conducted by the Supreme Court Registry.

Candidates applying for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 should carefully read the following instructions before submitting their applications:

1. Provisional candidature: Admission to every stage of the recruitment process is provisional. If verification at any point before or after the examinations reveals that a candidate does not meet the eligibility conditions, their candidature may be cancelled without prior notice.
2. False information and fraudulent documents: Providing incorrect information, submitting tampered documents or impersonating another person may lead to disqualification, prosecution and debarment from future Supreme Court Registry recruitments. Action may also be taken after confirmation of service.
3. Personal details: The candidate's name, parents' names and date of birth will be accepted as recorded on the Class X certificate. Any change of name must be supported by the prescribed Gazette notification.
4. Category and multiple applications: The category selected in the application cannot be changed later. If multiple applications are submitted, only the last submitted application will be considered.
5. No Objection Certificate (NOC): Candidates employed in Central or State Government departments, nationalised banks or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) must produce an NOC from their employer during document verification.
6. New employment during recruitment: Candidates who secure employment during or after the examination process must immediately inform the Branch Officer, Recruitment Cell, at recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in. Failure to do so may lead to an adverse inference.
7. Examination centre and date: Requests to change the examination city or date will not be entertained. The Registry also reserves the right to change the examination centre.
8. Travel allowance: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the recruitment examinations.
9. Admit card: Admit cards will not be sent by post. Candidates must download them from the official website.
10. Application rejection: Applications that do not comply with the prescribed instructions may be rejected without further consideration.
11. Jurisdiction: Any dispute relating to the recruitment will fall under the jurisdiction of Delhi.
12. Official website and fraud prevention: The official recruitment link will be available through www.sci.gov.in. Candidates should be cautious of unauthorised websites or agents demanding money to fill out the application form.
Candidates should follow the official instructions carefully and regularly check the Supreme Court website for recruitment updates.


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❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in Supreme Court SPA Recruitment 2026?

The Registry has announced 65 tentative vacancies for Senior Personal Assistant. 

What is the last date to apply for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant?

The last date is 10 November 2026, and the form closes at 11:55 p.m. 

Who is eligible for this recruitment?

Indian citizens who meet the degree, shorthand and typing conditions and the age limit as on 1 October 2026 can apply. No experience is asked and no particular degree subject is named. Serving government or bank employees can apply, but must produce a No Objection Certificate at document verification.

What is the age limit, including relaxation?

The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on 1 October 2026. SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwD and ex-servicemen get usual relaxation as per Government of India rules. Dependants of freedom fighters get up to five years. Registry employees have no upper limit.

What qualification is required?

A degree from a recognised university in India is required, along with English shorthand at 110 words per minute and knowledge of computer operation with typing at 40 words per minute. 

What is the selection process?

Selection has four stages: an objective test (100 marks), a shorthand test (100), a computer typing test (20) and an interview (30). The qualifying marks are 50, 50, 10 and 15. Candidates are shortlisted for the later stages in the ratio of 1:10 and 1:3 against vacancies.

What is the salary of a Senior Personal Assistant in the Supreme Court?

The post is in Pay Level 8, with a scale of Rs. 47,600 to Rs. 1,51,100 and an initial basic pay of Rs. 47,600, plus allowances admissible under the Rules. 

What is the application fee?

General and unreserved candidates pay Rs. 1,500. SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), ex-servicemen and PwD candidates pay Rs. 750. Bank charges are extra. Payment is online only through the UCO Bank gateway, and the fee is not refunded under any circumstance.

How do I apply online, and what is the official website?

Apply through the Recruitments page of www.sci.gov.in, where the form link goes live on 20 October 2026. Register, fill in the details, upload documents, pay the fee, submit, and save the printout. The official website for all updates is www.sci.gov.in.

Is there negative marking in the objective test?

No negative marking in the objective test, which has 100 questions to be solved in one and a half hours. 

Where will the tests be held?

The objective test is held in the cities listed in Annexure A, which has 69 centres across 23 states and union territories, chosen in order of preference. The shorthand and typing tests are in Delhi/NCR. The interview is online or in Delhi. No travel allowance is paid.

Can I edit my form or change my category after submitting?

No. A submitted application cannot be withdrawn or modified, and requests to change category are not entertained. If you submit more than one form, only the last one counts. Your name, parents' names and date of birth must match the Class X certificate.


Conclusion

We hope the information provided above about Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 has been helpful.
Instead of waiting for the application link to open, use this time to prepare your documents. Verify that your name, parents' names and date of birth match your Class X certificate exactly. Keep scanned copies of your Class X, Class XII and graduation certificates ready, along with your caste or disability certificate, if applicable.
Read the application instructions carefully before submitting the form. Applications that do not follow the prescribed instructions may be rejected, and submitted applications cannot be edited. Preparing in advance can help you avoid mistakes and complete the application process smoothly.

Candidates should also focus their preparation on the skills and subjects that carry marks in the selection process. Practise a 7-minute English shorthand dictation at 110 words per minute every day to improve speed and accuracy. Also, revise the constitutional provisions relating to the judiciary and study the Supreme Court Rules, 2013 for the objective test.
For official recruitment updates, regularly visit the Recruitments section of www.sci.gov.in. The Registry may also communicate important information through SMS and email sent to the registered mobile number and email address. 


 

Disclaimer: This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website. 

 
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