Supreme Court Announces Digital Recruitment for Junior Court Assistants

The nation's highest judicial body has launched an online selection process for the role of Junior Court Assistant (JCA), aiming to fill approximately 250 vacancies in the Group‑B, non‑gazetted cadre.

Important Dates & Application Period

Candidates may lodge their applications from 7 October 2026 through 28 October 2026, 11:55 pm. The official notification was issued on 30 September, and aspirants are advised to study the advertisement thoroughly before proceeding.

Exam Timeline

The objective‑type written examination is tentatively scheduled for 20 November 2026. The Supreme Court cautions that the schedule may be revised, so applicants should monitor updates on the court’s recruitment portal.

Selection will involve multiple stages: 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. Proficiency with computers and a minimum English typing speed of 35 words per minute are also required.

The age limit 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 reserved‑category candidates as per prevailing rules.

Application Fee Details

General and OBC candidates must pay Rs 1,500, while candidates belonging to SC, ST, Ex‑Servicemen and PwBD categories enjoy a reduced fee of Rs 750. Payments are to be made online via the designated gateway, and applicants should verify all personal, educational, 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 progress.

Salary & 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, with an initial basic salary 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 states.

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