The Supreme Court of India has announced 15 vacancies for the Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) post under recruitment 2026. The notified pay for the post is Level 7. Eligible candidates holding the prescribed B.E./B.Tech, MCA, M.Sc, B.Sc, or BCA qualification can apply online from 3 November 2026 to 24 November 2026. The selection process consists of an Objective Type Test, Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test, and Practical Aptitude Test. Applicants must pay the fee online and submit their online applications through the official website within the specified dates, following the requirements given in the recruitment notification.
Supreme Court of India Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Registry of the Supreme Court of India invites online applications for direct recruitment to fill 15 tentative vacancies of Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) in Group-B Non-Gazetted status.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Supreme Court of India |
| Recruitment or Exam Name | Supreme Court of India Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/2026/Tech.Post/SC(RC) |
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Post Names | Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 tentative vacancies |
| Departments | Registry of the Supreme Court of India |
| Qualification | Bachelor of Engineering/Technology in Computer Science/Information Technology or MCA/M.Sc or B.Sc/BCA with required software development experience |
| Other Requirement | Degree in Law from a recognized University is preferred and considered as an additional qualification |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years as on 1st October, 2026 (with admissible relaxations) |
| Pay Level or Pay | Level 7 of Pay Matrix (Rs.44,900 - Rs.1,42,400/-) with initial Basic Pay of Rs.44,900/- plus allowances |
| Application Fee | Rs.1,500/- for General/Unreserved; Rs.750/- for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwD, Ex-Servicemen |
| Application Mode | Online through UCO Bank payment gateway |
| Application Dates | 03.11.2026 to 24.11.2026 (till 11.55 p.m.) |
| Selection Process | Objective Type Test, Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test, Practical Aptitude Test, and Interview |
| Exam Pattern | Objective Type Test (100 questions, 100 marks), Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test (50 marks), Practical Aptitude Test (50 marks), Interview (25 marks) |
| Job Location | India (Examination centres in Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bengaluru) |
| Official Website | www.sci.gov.in |
Supreme Court of India Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 12 October 2026 |
| Starting Date for Online Registration | 03.11.2026 |
| Last Date and Time for Submission of Application | 24.11.2026 at 11.55 p.m. |
| Tentative Date for Objective Type Test and Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test | 22nd December, 2026 |
| Tentative Answer Key Upload Date | 24.12.2026 |
| Answer Key Objection Window Live Dates | 24.12.2026 to 25.12.2026 (till 11.55 p.m.) |
| Practical Aptitude Test and Interview Dates | To be notified accordingly on the website of Supreme Court India |
Supreme Court of India Vacancy 2026
The Registry of the Supreme Court of India has announced a total of 15 tentative vacancies for the post of Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) (Group-B Non-Gazetted Post) placed in Level 7 of Pay Matrix.
| Post Name | Department / Registry | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) | Registry of the Supreme Court of India | Level 7 (Rs.44,900 - Rs.1,42,400/-) | 15 (Tentative) |
Supreme Court of India Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) | Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science/Information Technology or Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science/Information Technology from a recognized University or equivalent with 3 years' experience in software development; OR Master's Degree in Computer Application/M.Sc. in Computer Science from a recognized University or equivalent with 3 years' experience in software development; OR B.Sc. in Computer Science/Bachelor in Computer Application with First Class or atleast 60% marks in aggregate from a recognized University or equivalent with 4 years' experience in software development. |
Degree in Law from a recognized University will be preferred and considered as an additional qualification.
Supreme Court of India Age Limit 2026
Candidates should not be below 18 years of age and the upper age limit is 35 years as on 1st October, 2026.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes / Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) / Physically Challenged / Ex-servicemen / Dependants of freedom fighters | Usual age relaxation as per Government of India's Rules (upto maximum of five years over and above the prescribed age limit for dependants of freedom fighters). |
| Departmental candidates of the Registry of the Supreme Court of India | No upper age limit. |
| Candidates working in other Government Departments / Public Sector Undertakings / Nationalized Banks, etc. | No relaxation in age. |
Supreme Court of India Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) | Level 7 of Pay Matrix (Rs.44,900 - Rs.1,42,400/-) with initial Basic Pay of Rs.44,900/- |
In addition to the initial Basic Pay of Rs.44,900/-, candidates are entitled to plus allowances as admissible under the Rules.
Supreme Court of India Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved category candidates | Rs.1,500/- |
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes / Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-Servicemen / Physically Challenged candidates | Rs.750/- |
The application fee must be paid through online mode only via payment gateway provided by UCO Bank. Fee shall not be accepted in any other mode.
Supreme Court of India Selection Process 2026
- Objective Type Test containing 100 questions (General English, General Aptitude, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude)
- Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test
- Practical Aptitude Test
- Interview
Supreme Court of India Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Subject | Duration | Maximum Marks | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective Type Test (containing 100 questions: 40 on General English including comprehension, 30 on General Aptitude, 30 on Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude) | 1 ½ hours | 100 | 50 |
| Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test | 1 ½ hours | 50 | 25 |
| Practical Aptitude Test | 1 ½ hours | 50 | 25 |
| Interview | Not specified | 25 | 13 |
There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in Objective Type Test and Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test.
Supreme Court of India Application Correction 2026
The official notification does not provide for an application correction or modification window. Candidates must ensure all particulars filled in the online Application Form are correct in all respects before final submission, as applications once submitted cannot be withdrawn or modified.
How to Apply Online for Supreme Court of India Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at www.sci.gov.in and navigate to the recruitment link.
- Register online by providing required personal details and obtain your Application Number.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, and requisite documents including Class Xth, Class XIIth, Graduation and Experience Certificates, caste/community certificate, and disability certificate if applicable.
- Make the payment of the application fee online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
- Preview the filled Application Form after successful completion and take a printout for your records.
Supreme Court of India Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Application Form and Online Registration Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Official Advertisement Notice |
| Official Website | Supreme Court of India Portal |
