The Recruitment Cell of the Supreme Court of India has issued an advertisement (F.6 (CM(S))/2026-SC(RC), dated 12 October 2026) for 15 tentative vacant posts of Court Master (Shorthand) in the Supreme Court, to be filled on deputation basis. Only candidates who are working in the High Courts and District Courts can apply.
| Posts | 15 Court Master (Shorthand), tentative |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Candidates working in the High Courts and District Courts |
| Pay | Level 11 of the Pay Matrix, ₹67,700–2,08,700; initial basic pay ₹67,700 plus allowances as admissible under the Rules |
| Qualification | Degree, English shorthand at 120 w.p.m., typing at 40 w.p.m. on computer, and an analogous post on regular basis or 5 years' regular service as Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer (as on 1 October 2026) |
| Age | Not more than 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications |
| Last date for candidates | 27 October 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Last date for High Courts to forward applications | 31 October 2026 (Saturday) |
| Selection | Shorthand Skill Test (English, 120 w.p.m., 100 marks, 50 to qualify), then interaction |
The advertisement gives no online application link. The application is made in the prescribed proforma and sent through proper channel (via your High Court) to the Recruitment Cell, Supreme Court of India. The proforma is on pages 3 and 4 of the Court Master (Shorthand) deputation advertisement (PDF), a Supreme Court document mirrored here; the original is listed on the Supreme Court's Recruitments page.
| Organisation | Supreme Court of India |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 15 posts |
| Qualification | Degree, English shorthand 120 w.p.m., computer typing 40 w.p.m., and an analogous post or 5 years' regular service as PS/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Pay Level 11: ₹67,700–2,08,700 |
| Employment Type | Deputation in the Supreme Court of India, for staff of High Courts and District Courts |
| Job Location | New Delhi (Supreme Court of India) |
| Advertisement date | 12 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Eligibility counted as on | 01 Oct 2026 |
| Last date for candidates to apply | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Last date for High Courts to forward applications | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand), on deputation | 15 | Degree; English shorthand 120 w.p.m.; typing 40 w.p.m.; analogous post or 5 years as PS/Sr PA/PA/Sr Stenographer |
| Who can apply | Candidates working in the High Courts and District Courts |
|---|---|
| Education | A Degree of a recognized University in India |
| Shorthand | 120 w.p.m. in Shorthand (English) |
| Computer | Knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer |
| Service | Analogous post on regular basis, or minimum 5 years' regular service as Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer |
| As on date | 1 October 2026 |
| Age | Not more than 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications |
Scrutiny of applications
Applications are scrutinised and eligible candidates are called for the Skill Test.
Shorthand Skill Test
English, 120 w.p.m., up to 5 per cent mistakes permitted. Maximum 100 marks; 50 marks to qualify.
Interaction
For candidates who qualify the Skill Test. ACRs/APARs of the last five years and vigilance clearance are placed for perusal.
Fill the prescribed proforma
Use the application proforma on pages 3 and 4 of the advertisement. Paste a recent passport size photograph in the box on page 3 and sign the form on page 4.
Attach the documents
ACRs/APARs of the last five years and vigilance clearance, with supporting documents.
Submit through proper channel by 27 October 2026
Applications go to the Recruitment Cell, Supreme Court of India, Tilak Marg, New Delhi 110001. District Court staff apply through the concerned High Court.
High Court forwards by 31 October 2026
The High Courts may send the applications to the Supreme Court Registry latest by 31 October 2026.
E-mail scanned copies for early scrutiny
Scanned copies may be sent to recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in. The proforma and other documents, in original, may then be sent by post.
The qualification and other eligibility conditions are counted as on 1 October 2026. The advertisement lists four conditions:
The applications are invited only from candidates working in the High Courts and District Courts. Staff of District Courts apply through their High Court (see How to Apply).
The age of the candidate should not exceed 56 years, as on the closing date of receipt of applications. The advertisement does not mention any age relaxation.
The advertisement does not give the date or venue of the Skill Test or the interaction.
There is no application fee mentioned in the advertisement, and no online application link.
The application proforma (pages 3 and 4 of the advertisement PDF) asks for:
The advertisement says these applications will not be considered and will stand rejected:
27 October 2026 for candidates. The High Courts may send the applications to the Supreme Court Registry latest by 31 October 2026.
15 tentative vacant posts of Court Master (Shorthand) in the Supreme Court of India, to be filled on deputation basis.
Candidates working in the High Courts and District Courts who hold a degree, have 120 w.p.m. English shorthand and 40 w.p.m. computer typing, and hold an analogous post on regular basis or have at least 5 years' regular service as Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer, as on 1 October 2026.
No. The advertisement invites applications only from candidates working in the High Courts and District Courts, and the post is filled on deputation basis.
The post is in Level 11 of the Pay Matrix, ₹67,700–2,08,700, with an initial basic pay of ₹67,700 plus allowances as admissible. For deputationists, pay is fixed as per Government of India instructions.
The age should not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. The advertisement does not mention any age relaxation.
Eligible candidates take a Shorthand Skill Test in English at 120 w.p.m. with up to 5 per cent mistakes permitted (maximum 100 marks, 50 to qualify). Those who qualify are called for an interaction, where their ACRs/APARs of the last five years and vigilance clearance are placed for perusal.
Fill the prescribed proforma (pages 3 and 4 of the advertisement), attach ACRs/APARs of the last five years and vigilance clearance, and send it through proper channel to the Recruitment Cell, Supreme Court of India, Tilak Marg, New Delhi 110001. District Court staff apply through their High Court. Scanned copies may be e-mailed to recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in for early scrutiny; the proforma and other documents, in original, may then be sent by post.
Initially one year, extendable to three years. Including any immediately preceding ex-cadre deputation in another organisation or Central Government department, it shall ordinarily not exceed three years.
The advertisement does not mention any application fee.
