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Supreme Court of India · F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC)

Supreme Court of India Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026

Supreme Court of India has invited online applications for 20 tentative Court Master (Shorthand) posts in its Registry under Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC).

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Recruitment overview

What this notification covers

The Supreme Court of India has released Advertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC) dated 15 October 2026 for direct recruitment to prepare a panel for 20 tentative vacancies of Court Master (Shorthand) in the Supreme Court Registry. The post is a gazetted position in Pay Level 11 of the Pay Matrix with a basic pay scale of ₹67,700–₹2,08,700 plus admissible allowances. Eligible candidates require a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university, English shorthand speed of 120 words per minute, computer typing speed of 40 words per minute and the prescribed regular service experience. Online applications are invited from 25 October 2026 to 15 November 2026 up to 11:55 PM.

Posts & vacancies

Available posts

PostVacanciesPay
Court Master (Shorthand)20Level 11 – ₹67,700–₹2,08,700

Eligibility

Qualification and age rules

Bachelor's Degree (Any Stream)

Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised University in India. Proficiency in English Shorthand with a minimum speed of 120 words per minute. Knowledge of computer operation with a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute in English on a computer. Minimum 5 years of regular service as Private Secretary, Senior Personal Assistant, Personal Assistant or Senior Stenographer in Government, Public Sector Undertakings or Statutory Bodies.

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Age relaxations

  • SC/ST · 0 yearsAge relaxation as per Government of India Rules
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) · 0 yearsAge relaxation as per Government of India Rules
  • Ex-Servicemen · 0 yearsAge relaxation as per Government of India Rules
  • Dependants of Freedom Fighters · 5 yearsUp to 5 years over and above the prescribed age limit
  • SCI Registry Departmental Candidates · 0 yearsNo upper age limit

Fees & pay

Application cost and compensation

Application fee is ₹1,500 for General/Unreserved candidates and ₹750 for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Ex-Servicemen candidates, plus applicable bank charges. Payment is made online through the prescribed UCO Bank payment gateway.
  • General / Unreserved₹1,500.00 · Plus applicable bank charges
  • SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / Ex-Servicemen₹750.00 · Plus applicable bank charges
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Important dates

Recruitment timeline

  1. Advertisement Release DateAdvertisement No. F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC) issued
  2. Online Application StartOnline registration starts
  3. Applications open
  4. Application deadline
  5. Last Date to ApplyLast date for online application submission
  6. Objective Type TestTentative examination date

Selection process

How candidates are selected

Objective Type Test + Shorthand (English) Test + Typing Speed Test on Computer + Interview
  1. 1
    Objective Type Test

    100 marks; objective examination; qualifying requirements apply

  2. 2
    Shorthand (English) Test

    Shorthand test at 120 words per minute

  3. 3
    Typing Speed Test on Computer

    English typing speed of 40 words per minute

  4. 4
    Interview

    Interview carrying 30 marks

Syllabus

What to prepare

The syllabus covers the subjects prescribed by the Supreme Court of India for the Objective Type Test and the practical Shorthand and Computer Typing tests. Candidates should follow the detailed syllabus and examination instructions contained in the official Court Master (Shorthand) recruitment advertisement.
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Objective Type Test

Subjects prescribed in the official SCI Court Master recruitment examination scheme

2

English Shorthand

Shorthand test at 120 words per minute with transcription as prescribed

3

Computer Typing

English typing test at 40 words per minute

4

Interview

Assessment through interview as prescribed by SCI

Documents

Documents to keep ready

Educational Qualification Certificate | Bachelor's Degree certificate from a recognised University in India
Degree Marksheets | Marksheets supporting the required Bachelor's Degree
Shorthand Skill Proof | Evidence/documentation relating to prescribed English shorthand proficiency where required
Computer/Typing Skill Proof | Supporting documents where applicable
Experience Certificate | Proof of minimum 5 years regular service in the prescribed cadre
Service Certificate | Service record showing Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer experience
Category Certificate | SC/ST/OBC (NCL) certificate, if applicable
Ex-Servicemen Certificate | Required for candidates claiming Ex-Servicemen benefit
Freedom Fighter Dependant Certificate | Required where applicable
No Objection Certificate | Required for candidates serving in Government/PSU/Statutory Bodies as prescribed
Identity Proof | Valid government-issued identity document
Recent Photograph | Recent passport-size photograph as prescribed
Signature | Candidate's signature in the prescribed format
Other Supporting Documents | Any additional documents required by the Supreme Court recruitment advertisement
  • Educational Qualification CertificateBachelor's Degree certificate from a recognised University in India
  • Degree MarksheetsMarksheets supporting the required Bachelor's Degree
  • Experience CertificateCertificate proving the prescribed minimum regular service experience
  • Service CertificateProof of regular service in the prescribed post/cadre
  • Shorthand/Skill CertificateSupporting certificate or record for prescribed English shorthand proficiency, where applicable
  • Computer/Typing Skill CertificateSupporting proof of prescribed computer typing proficiency, where applicable
  • Category CertificateSC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate, if applicable
  • Ex-Servicemen CertificateRequired for candidates claiming Ex-Servicemen benefits, if applicable
  • NOCNo Objection Certificate from the current employer, where applicable
  • Government/PSU Service DocumentsService records or certificates required for candidates already employed in Government/PSUs/Statutory Bodies
  • Age/Date of Birth ProofMatriculation/10th certificate or other accepted document showing date of birth
  • Identity ProofAadhaar Card or other valid government-issued identity document
  • Recent PhotographRecent passport-size photograph in the prescribed format
  • SignatureCandidate's scanned signature in the prescribed format
  • Other Supporting DocumentsAny additional document specifically required by the Supreme Court of India recruitment advertisement

How to apply

Use the official route only

Visit the official Supreme Court of India website and open the Recruitment section. Select the Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026 online application link, complete registration and enter the required personal, educational, experience and service details. Upload the prescribed documents, pay the applicable application fee through the authorised online payment gateway, submit the application and retain/download the submitted application for future reference.
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FAQs

Questions about this recruitment

What is the post name?

Court Master (Shorthand)

What is the advertisement number?

F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC)

How many vacancies are available?

20 tentative vacancies

Which organisation is conducting the recruitment?

Supreme Court of India

What is the pay scale?

Level 11, ₹67,700–₹2,08,700

What is the minimum age?

30 years

What is the maximum age?

45 years

What is the age cut-off date?

1 October 2026

What shorthand speed is required?

English shorthand at 120 words per minute

What typing speed is required?

40 words per minute in English on computer

How much experience is required?

Minimum 5 years regular service in the prescribed stenographic/secretarial cadres

When does the application start?

25 October 2026

What is the last date to apply?

15 November 2026 at 11:55 PM

What is the application fee?

₹1,500 General/Unreserved; ₹750 SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Ex-Servicemen plus bank charges

What is the selection process?

Objective Test, Shorthand Test, Computer Typing Test and Interview

What is the tentative Objective Test date?

7 December 2026

Where is the job located?

Supreme Court Registry, New Delhi