Supreme Court Court Assistant Recruitment 2026: Apply for 15 Vacancies
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The Supreme Court of India has officially commenced the online application process for the recruitment of Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) positions. This recruitment drive, under Advertisement No. F.6/2026/Tech.Post/SC(RC), offers a significant opportunity for eligible technical professionals to join the apex court.
Candidates interested in these Group-B Non-Gazetted posts can submit their applications through the official website. The online application link became active on 3 November 2026 and will remain open until 24 November 2026.
Supreme Court Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) Recruitment 2026 — key details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 24 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 tentative vacancies |
| Pay Scale | Level 7 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 1,42,400/-) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 35 years as on 1 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1,500/- for General/Unreserved; Rs. 750/- for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/Ex-Servicemen/Physically Challenged |
| Selection Process | Objective Type Test, Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test, Practical Aptitude Test, and Interview |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer |
Key Vacancy Details and Pay Scale
The Supreme Court of India has announced a total of 15 tentative vacancies for the post of Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer). Successful candidates will be appointed in Level 7 of the Pay Matrix, with a pay scale ranging from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400/-.
Eligibility Criteria and Application Fees
To apply for this recruitment, candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as of 1 October 2026.
The application fee is structured based on candidate categories:
- General/Unreserved candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 1,500/-.
- Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC (NCL), Ex-Servicemen, and Physically Challenged categories must pay Rs. 750/-.
Selection Process and Exam Scheme
The selection process for the Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) post consists of multiple stages to evaluate the technical and practical skills of the applicants. The process includes:
- Objective Type Test
- Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test
- Practical Aptitude Test
- Interview
Candidates should note that there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the objective tests. It is highly recommended to submit the online application well before the last date, which is 24 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM).
Step-by-step process
- Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at sci.gov.in.
- Navigate to the 'Recruitments' section on the homepage.
- Click on the link 'Link to submit online applications for the post of Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer)'.
- Complete the registration process to generate your login credentials.
- Log in, fill out the application form with personal, educational, and experience details, and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online, submit the form, and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important official links
- Supreme Court of India
- s3waas.gov.in
- Link to submit online applications for the post of Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) - 02 Nov, 2026
- Answer keys of the Written (Objective Type) Test and the Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test for the post of Senior Court Assistant-cum-Senior Programmer held on 02.11.2026 - 04 Nov, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for the Supreme Court Court Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 24 November 2026, up to 11:55 PM.
How many vacancies are released for the Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) post?
There are a total of 15 tentative vacancies released for this recruitment.
Is there any negative marking in the Supreme Court Court Assistant exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in the objective type tests.
What is the age limit required for this recruitment?
Candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on 1 October 2026.
Sources and verification: every date and number in this article was checked against the official website/notice of Supreme Court of India on 5 November 2026. Read the official notice before applying or taking any decision.
