If you can take shorthand at 110 words a minute, the Supreme Court of India has a seat with your name on it. The apex court’s Recruitment Cell has announced 65 vacancies for Senior Personal Assistant in its Registry, and the online application window opens tomorrow, October 20, on the official website sci.gov.in.
The notification, issued under Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) on October 12, fills the posts on a regular government-service basis. The last date to apply is November 10, 2026, up to 11:55 PM, so eligible candidates have three weeks to get their forms in. This is a separate drive from the court’s Junior Court Assistant notification announced earlier this month, so do not mix up the two.
Vacancies and pay
All 65 vacancies are for a single post: Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) in the Supreme Court Registry, stationed in New Delhi. The number of posts is tentative and the final category-wise breakup should be checked in the detailed official notification.
The post carries Pay Level 8 of the Pay Matrix, which means a pay range of Rs 47,600 to Rs 1,51,100. The initial basic pay is Rs 47,600 per month, with dearness allowance and other admissible allowances added on top. For a stenography-based government job, that is one of the strongest pay packages on offer right now.
Who can apply
The eligibility bar is straightforward but demanding. Candidates must meet all three of the following:
- A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in India.
- Proficiency in English shorthand at a speed of 110 words per minute.
- Knowledge of computer operation with an English typing speed of 40 words per minute.
The age limit is 18 to 30 years as on October 1, 2026. Candidates from reserved categories get the usual age relaxation under the court’s recruitment rules, so check the notification’s relaxation table before assuming you are out.
Fees and how to apply
General and unreserved candidates pay Rs 1,500 as the application fee, while SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), ex-servicemen and physically challenged candidates pay Rs 750. Bank charges are extra. The fee is collected online through the UCO Bank payment gateway and is not refunded under any circumstances, so confirm your eligibility before paying.
Applications open on October 20 and close on November 10 at 11:55 PM. The entire process is online through sci.gov.in. Keep a registered email ID and mobile number handy, because you will need them to log in to the
candidate dashboard, download the e-admit card and check the result later.
Selection process and exam pattern
Selection happens in four stages, and every stage carries weight:
- Objective Type Test: 100 marks, covering general knowledge, legal aptitude, English and computer concepts.
- Shorthand (English) Test: 100 marks, a dictation test at 110 words per minute for 7 minutes followed by 45 minutes of transcription.
- Computer Typing Test: 20 marks, a 10-minute English typing test at 40 words per minute.
- Interview: 30 marks of personal evaluation.
The objective test is tentatively scheduled for December 7, 2026. The answer key is expected to be uploaded on December 8, and the objection window runs from December 8 to December 9, up to 11:55 PM. Treat these dates as tentative; the court’s website carries the final schedule.
Why this drive matters
Recruitment to the Supreme Court Registry is among the most sought-after government jobs in the country. Beyond the Level 8 pay, the post offers direct exposure to the working of India’s highest judicial institution, structured career progression and the stability of central government service. Shorthand remains one of the few skills where supply of qualified candidates stays limited, which means serious candidates face less crowding than in generalist graduate posts.
That said, the 110 w.p.m. shorthand requirement is the real filter here. Casual typing skills will not cut it; if you have not been practising dictation under timed conditions, the weeks between now and the December exam are exactly when that practice needs to happen.
Frequently asked questions
When do applications for Supreme Court SPA Recruitment 2026 open?
The online application window runs from October 20 to November 10, 2026, up to 11:55 PM.
What is the qualification for Senior Personal Assistant?
A degree from a recognised university, English shorthand at 110 words per minute, English computer typing at 40 words per minute and knowledge of computer operation.
What is the age limit?
18 to 30 years as on October 1, 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per the court’s rules.
What is the application fee?
Rs 1,500 for general and unreserved candidates; Rs 750 for SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), ex-servicemen and physically challenged candidates, plus bank charges.
What is the exam date?
The Objective Type Test is tentatively scheduled for December 7, 2026. Check sci.gov.in for confirmations and updates.
Candidates should verify every detail in the official notification before applying, and apply well before the last date instead of waiting for the final night.
