Supreme Court Initiates Online Hiring for Junior Court Assistants

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

Important Dates & Application Period

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

Provisional Examination Timeline

The objective‑type written examination is tentatively scheduled for 20 November 2026. The Supreme Court warns that dates are subject to change, so candidates should regularly monitor updates on the court’s recruitment portal.

Selection will be multi‑phased. Applicants must clear an objective test, a computer‑typing assessment, a descriptive paper, and finally, a personal interview.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized Indian university. Additionally, a basic proficiency in computers and an English typing speed of at least 35 words per minute are compulsory.

The age ceiling is calculated as of 1 September 2026**. Applicants should be a minimum of 18 years and not exceed 30 years on that date. Age relaxations apply to candidates from reserved categories in accordance with prevailing regulations.

Application Fee Details

General and OBC candidates are required to 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 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 worth 25 marks.

Candidates must meet the qualifying threshold in each stage to progress further.

Salary Structure

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

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

Interested applicants should ensure they satisfy every eligibility condition, complete the online form before the deadline, and retain a copy of the submitted application along with the payment receipt for future reference.