Supreme Court Opens Online Recruitment for Junior Court Assistants

The highest judicial body in India has initiated an online hiring drive for the position of Junior Court Assistant (JCA), targeting roughly 250 provisional vacancies within the Group‑B, non‑gazetted cadre.

Important Dates and Application Period

Candidates may lodge 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.

Exam Timeline

The objective‑type written examination is provisionally slated for 20 November 2026. The Supreme Court cautions that dates are subject to change, so applicants should monitor the recruitment portal for any updates.

The selection will be multi‑phased, comprising an objective test, a computer‑typing assessment, a descriptive paper, and a personal interview.

Eligibility Criteria

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

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

Application Fee Details

The fee for General and OBC candidates is Rs 1,500, while SC, ST, Ex‑Servicemen and PwBD candidates pay Rs 750. Payments are to be made online via the designated gateway, and applicants must verify all personal, academic and documentary information before final submission.

Four‑Stage Selection Framework

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

Candidates must meet the qualifying threshold in each stage to move forward.

Salary and Pay Scale

The Junior Court Assistant post falls under Group‑B, non‑gazetted service and is positioned at Pay Level‑6 of the Central Pay Matrix, with an initial basic pay of Rs 35,400 plus applicable allowances.

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

Prospective candidates should confirm they satisfy every eligibility condition, complete the online form before the deadline, and retain a copy of the submitted application together with the payment receipt for future reference.