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Vacancy Details
- Court Master (Shorthand): 20 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree; English shorthand 120 w.p.m.; computer typing 40 w.p.m.; minimum 5 years regular service in specified cadre.
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 30 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Application Fees
- General / Unreserved: ₹1500
- Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes / Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) / ex-Servicemen: ₹750
Selection Process
- Objective Type Test: A 100-question objective test covering General English, General Knowledge, Judiciary provisions in Constitution, Supreme Court Rules 2013, and Computer operation; total 100 marks; duration 1.5 hours. Minimum qualifying marks: 50/100. No negative marking.
- Shorthand (English) Test: English shorthand test at 120 w.p.m. with 7 minutes dictation and 45 minutes transcription; 100 marks. Minimum qualifying marks: 50/100.
- Typing Speed Test on Computer: Computer typing test in English with minimum speed of 40 w.p.m.; 20 marks; duration 10 minutes. Minimum qualifying marks: 10/20.
- Interview: Personal interview carrying 30 marks. Minimum qualifying marks: 15/30.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at https://www.sci.gov.in/ and access the recruitment link.
- Register online and fill out the application form with all required personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of recent photograph, signature, Class X, Class XII and Graduation certificates, experience certificate, and caste/community certificate (if applicable).
- Preview the filled application form carefully and submit the final application; modifications are not permitted after submission.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
- Retain your application number and take a printout of the filled application form for records.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date:
- Online Application Start Date:
- Online Application Last Date:
- Objective Type Test (Tentative):
- Objective Type Test Answer Keys Upload (Tentative):
- Answer Key Objection Window Start:
- Answer Key Objection Window End:
- Shorthand, Typing Test, and Interview Dates:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the educational and shorthand requirement to apply?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Indian university, proficiency in English shorthand at 120 w.p.m., and computer typing speed of 40 w.p.m. Additionally, minimum five years’ regular service in specified cadre posts is required.
How do I apply for the Court Master (Shorthand) recruitment?
Apply online through the Supreme Court of India website (https://www.sci.gov.in/). Register, fill the application, upload required documents, pay the fee via UCO Bank gateway, and retain the application number.
What is the last date to submit the online application?
Online applications must be submitted by 15-11-2026 (upto 11:55 p.m.). Applications open on 25-10-2026.
What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection comprises an Objective Type Test, Shorthand (English) Test, Typing Speed Test on Computer, and Interview. Each stage has specified marks and minimum qualifying marks as per the notification.
What is the pay scale for the selected candidates?
Selected candidates will be placed at Level 11 of the Pay Matrix with pay Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700 and initial basic pay of Rs. 67,700 plus allowances as admissible under the Rules.
