Supreme Court Jobs 2026: Important news for candidates preparing for government jobs. The Supreme Court of India has invited applications for direct recruitment to the post of Court Master (Shorthand). The online application process for this recruitment began on October 25, 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official website of the Supreme Court until November 15, 2026.
Important Dates and Number of Vacancies
According to the advertisement issued by the Supreme Court, a total of 20 tentative vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Candidates should take note of the important dates related to the application process and the examination.
Online application start date: October 25, 2026
Last date for application: November 15, 2026, up to 11:55 PM
Objective Examination (CBT): December 7, 2026
Date of release of the answer key: December 8, 2026
Dates for raising objections to the answer key: December 8 to December 9, 2026
Educational Qualifications and Experience
To apply for the post of Court Master, candidates must meet the prescribed requirements regarding educational qualifications, shorthand speed, and work experience.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
English Shorthand Speed: Candidates must have a minimum English shorthand speed of 120 words per minute.
Computer Typing Speed: A minimum English computer typing speed of 40 words per minute is required.
Work Experience: Candidates must have at least 5 years of practical experience as a shorthand writer or in the field of stenography.
Age Limit
For this recruitment, candidates must be at least 30 years old and no more than 45 years old as of October 1, 2026. Candidates from reserved categories will be granted relaxation in the upper age limit as per the rules.
Selection Process in Four Stages
The selection of candidates for the post of Court Master will be conducted in four stages: a written examination, a shorthand test, a computer typing test, and an interview.
- Objective Test: Initially, an examination worth 100 marks will be conducted, covering general knowledge and questions relevant to the position.
- English Shorthand Test: In this stage, candidates will be given a 7-minute dictation at a speed of 120 words per minute. They will have 45 minutes to transcribe it on a computer.
- Computer Typing Test: Candidates will be required to type in English for 10 minutes, with a minimum speed of 40 words per minute.
- Interview: Candidates who qualify in the first three stages will be required to appear for an interview, which carries 30 marks. This will assess their qualifications and suitability for the post.
What is the Application Fee?
Applicants are required to pay the prescribed application fee:
General and Unreserved Categories: ₹1,500
SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹750
How to Apply?
To apply for the Court Master recruitment, candidates may follow the steps provided below:
Visit the official Supreme Court website at sci.gov.in.
Click on the link for the Court Master recruitment, available in the ‘Recruitment’ section of the website.
Complete the registration process by entering the required information.
Upload the necessary documents pertaining to your educational qualifications and work experience.
Pay the prescribed application fee.
After submitting the application form, retain a printout or a digital copy for your records.
Note: Before applying, candidates should carefully read all the terms and conditions, the list of required documents, and the examination instructions provided in the official recruitment advertisement.
