Short Detail:
Supreme Court of India (SCI) has announced Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026 for a total of 20 tentative posts. Candidates who want to apply for Court Master (Shorthand) can submit their online application form from 25/10/2026 to 15/11/2026 (11:55 PM), if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
⚠ Last Day to Apply
Supreme Court of India (SCI)
SCI Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: No.F.6/11/CM(S)/2026-SC (RC)
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 15/10/2026
- Application Start Date: 25/10/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 15/11/2026 (11:55 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 15/11/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Coming soon
- Exam Date: 07/12/2026 (Tentative)
- Answer Key Date: 08/12/2026 (Tentative)
- Answer Key Objection: 08/12/2026 to 09/12/2026 (11:55 PM)
- Shorthand / Typing Test / Interview: Coming soon
Application Fees
- General / UR: ₹1,500/- + Bank Charges
- SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / Ex-Servicemen: ₹750/- + Bank Charges
- Pay online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/10/2026
- Min Age: 30 Years
- Max Age: 45 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “SCI Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026”
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 20 tentative
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand) | 20 (Tentative) |
The number of posts may change. SC, ST and OBC (NCL) reservation follows Rule 4A. Category-wise numbers are not provided.
Eligibility Details
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in India.
- English shorthand speed of 120 words per minute.
- Computer operation knowledge and computer typing speed of 40 words per minute.
- At least 5 years of regular service exprience.
Supreme Court, Court Master (Shorthand): Salary Details
| Post | Pay Details |
|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand) — Gazetted Post | Level 11: ₹67,700–₹2,08,700. Starting basic pay ₹67,700 plus allowances as per rules. |
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SCI Court Master (Shorthand) 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- Objective type test → English shorthand test → English computer typing test → Interview.
- Candidates must pass each test. Final selection follows the merit order after all stages.
Objective Type Test
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General English | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 |
| Constitution of India: Provisions relating to the Judiciary | 25 |
| Supreme Court Rules, 2013 | 15 |
| Computer Operation | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
- 100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes.
- At least 50 marks are needed to pass. No marks will be deducted for wrong answers.
- Candidates who pass are shortlisted by marks for the shorthand test at 10 candidates per post (1:10).
English Shorthand Test
| Test Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Dictation speed and duration | 120 words per minute for 7 minutes |
| Time to type the dictation | 45 minutes |
| Maximum / Passing Marks | 100 / 50 |
| Mistakes allowed | Up to 5% of the dictated words |
| Mistakes | Marks (%) |
|---|---|
| No mistake | 100 |
| Up to 1% | 90 |
| Up to 2% | 80 |
| Up to 3% | 70 |
| Up to 4% | 60 |
| Up to 5% | 50 |
A full stop error counts as half a mistake. Typing a capital letter instead of a small letter, or the reverse, also counts as half a mistake.
English Typing Test on Computer
| Test Detail | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 40 words per minute |
| Duration | 10 minutes |
| Maximum / Passing Marks | 20 / 10 |
| Mistakes allowed | Up to 2% of typed words |
An error in a word or figure counts as a full mistake. Capital/small letter and punctuation errors count as half a mistake.
Interview & Final Selection
- Candidates who pass the 3 tests are shortlisted for interview at 3 candidates per post (1:3).
- The interview is for 30 marks. Candidates need at least 15 marks to pass.
- The final panel is prepared in merit order after candidates meet the requirements of all stages. The supplied details do not give a separate formula for the final score.
SCI Court Master (Shorthand) 2026: Important Questions
When can I apply for Supreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026?
Online registration starts on 25/10/2026. The last date to submit the form is 15/11/2026, up to 11:55 PM. Candidates must complete the online application within these dates. The form has not opened yet.
How many posts are in Supreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026?
There are 20 tentative posts. This number may change for administrative reasons. Reservation for SC, ST and OBC (NCL) candidates follows Rule 4A, but separate category-wise post numbers are not given in the supplied details.
What is the age limit for Supreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be 30 to 45 years old as on 01/10/2026. Age relaxation is available under the stated rules. Departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry have no upper age limit. Other Government employees do not get age relaxation.
Who can apply for Supreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026?
Applicants need a recognized bachelor’s degree, English shorthand at 120 words per minute and computer typing at 40 words per minute. They also need computer knowledge and 5 years of regular service in one of the specified secretary or stenographer posts.
What is the fee for Supreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026?
General and UR candidates must pay ₹1,500 plus bank charges. The fee is ₹750 plus bank charges for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and Ex-Servicemen candidates. Payment is online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
What is the exam pattern for Supreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026?
The objective test has 100 questions for 100 marks and lasts 90 minutes. Candidates need 50 marks to pass. No marks are deducted for wrong answers. It is followed by shorthand, computer typing and interview stages.
When is the Supreme Court Court Master (Shorthand) Recruitment 2026 exam?
The objective test is tentatively scheduled for 07/12/2026. The answer key is expected on 08/12/2026. Objections can be submitted from 08/12/2026 to 09/12/2026, up to 11:55 PM. Skill test and interview dates will be announced later.
