Supreme Court of India Announces Recruitment for Court Master Positions
Supreme Court Recruitment 2026
Exciting Opportunity at the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court of India has released a notification for the direct recruitment of 20 provisional vacancies for the role of Court Master (Shorthand). The online application process commenced on October 25, and candidates have until 11:55 PM on November 15 to submit their applications. Interested individuals can register by visiting the official Supreme Court website at https://www.sci.gov.in/.
The Court Master plays a crucial role in supporting judges during court proceedings, which includes managing case calls, maintaining records, documenting orders, liaising with attorneys, and tracking case-related details.
Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment Notification 2026
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must possess a graduation degree from a recognized institution, demonstrate proficiency in English shorthand at a speed of 120 words per minute, and have computer skills, including a typing speed of 40 words per minute. Furthermore, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of regular service in roles such as Private Secretary, Senior PA, PA, or Senior Stenographer within government entities, public sector organizations, or statutory bodies.
The age limit for applicants is between 30 and 45 years as of October 1, 2026. Relaxations in the upper age limit will be provided to candidates from reserved categories in accordance with applicable regulations.
Selection Process and Salary Details
Qualified candidates will undergo a selection process that includes application screening, an objective-type exam, a shorthand (English) test, a computer-based typing speed assessment, and a personal interview. Successful candidates will receive a monthly salary ranging from ₹67,700 to ₹2,08,700, along with additional benefits and allowances.
Application Fee
During the application process, candidates are required to pay a fee based on their category through online payment. The fee is ₹1,500 (plus bank charges) for the General/Unreserved category, while candidates from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and Ex-servicemen will pay ₹750 (plus bank charges).
