The Supreme Court of India (SCI), New Delhi, has released the official notification for the recruitment of Senior Personal Assistants (Group B, Non-Gazetted).
This highly sought-after recruitment drive aims to fill 65 tentative vacancies within the apex court’s registry. Eligible Indian citizens possessing a bachelor’s degree along with exceptional shorthand and typing skills can submit their applications online starting from 20 October 2026 until the deadline of 10 November 2026 (11:55 PM).
Key Highlights of SCI Senior PA Recruitment 2026
| Parameter | Details |
| Organization | Supreme Court of India (SCI) |
| Post Name | Senior Personal Assistant |
| Job Classification | Group B, Non-Gazetted |
| Total Vacancies | 65 Posts (Tentative) |
| Pay Scale | Level 8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 Years (As on 01.10.2026) |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 November 2026 (11:55 PM) |
Eligibility Criteria
To successfully apply for the Senior Personal Assistant position, candidates must rigorously meet the following three-tier qualification parameters:
1. Educational & Skill Qualifications:
- Education: A valid Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in India.
- Shorthand Proficiency: Exceptional command over English Shorthand with a minimum speed of 110 words per minute (w.p.m.).
- Typing Speed: Knowledge of computer operations and a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute (w.p.m.) on a computer.
2. Age Limit (As on 01 October 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxations: Applicable for SC/ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and Dependants of Freedom Fighters as per central government norms.(Note: There is no upper age limit for departmental candidates currently working in the Supreme Court Registry. However, no age relaxation is granted to employees of other government departments or PSUs).
Salary Structure
The Senior Personal Assistant post is placed in a highly rewarding pay matrix:
- Pay Level: Level 8 (7th CPC)
- Pay Scale: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100
- Initial Basic Pay: ₹47,600 per month plus DA, HRA, and other allowances as admissible under the rules of the Supreme Court of India.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection will be based on a rigorous four-stage examination process designed to test legal knowledge, language proficiency, and technical stenography skills:
| Stage | Test Type | Marks | Min. Qualifying Marks |
| 1 | Objective Type Test (1.5 Hours) | 100 | 50 |
| 2 | English Shorthand Test | 100 | 50 |
| 3 | Computer Typing Speed Test (10 Mins) | 20 | 10 |
| 4 | Personal Interview | 30 | 15 |
- Shorthand Test Details: Dictation will be for 7 minutes at 110 wpm, with 45 minutes allowed for transcription. Maximum permissible mistakes: 5%.
- Typing Test Details: 40 wpm for 10 minutes. Maximum permissible mistakes: 3%.
- Note: There is NO negative marking in the Stage-1 Objective Test.
Application Fee Details
Fees must be paid online via the integrated UCO Bank payment gateway.
- General / Unreserved: ₹1,500/- (Plus bank charges)
- SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / Ex-Servicemen / PwD: ₹750/- (Plus bank charges) (Application fees are strictly non-refundable).
Important Dates
- Official Notification Released: 12 October 2026
- Online Application Portal Opens: 20 October 2026
- Last Date to Submit Online Application: 10 November 2026 (11:55 PM)
- Tentative Date for Objective Test: 07 December 2026
Official Links
| SCI Senior Personal Assistant 2026 Detailed Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| SCI Senior Personal Assistant Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| JurisLink Whatsapp Group | Click Here |
How to Apply for SCI Senior Personal Assistant 2026?
Eligible stenographers and graduates must apply exclusively through the Supreme Court’s online portal.
- Visit the Portal: Go to the official website of the Supreme Court of India at www.sci.gov.in.
- Navigate to Recruitments: Open the ‘Recruitment’ tab and click on the specific notification for “Senior Personal Assistant.”
- Register: Complete the basic online registration to generate your login credentials.
- Fill the Form: Log in and accurately fill out your personal, educational, and shorthand/typing skill details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, degree certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the Fee: Process the ₹1,500 or ₹750 application fee securely via the UCO Bank payment gateway.
- Submit & Print: Review your application carefully. Submit it before 10 November 2026 (11:55 PM) and print a copy for future reference.
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