The SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification is out. The Supreme Court of India (Recruitment Cell) has announced 65 tentative vacancies for the post of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) in the Supreme Court Registry, under Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) dated 12 October 2026. Online applications will be accepted from 20 October 2026 to 10 November 2026 on the official website www.sci.gov.in.
This is a Level-8 post (initial basic pay Rs. 47,600) based in New Delhi, open to graduates with 110 w.p.m. English shorthand and 40 w.p.m. computer typing speed. The selection process has four stages: an objective type test (tentatively on 7 December 2026), a shorthand test, a typing speed test, and an interview. Below you will find the complete details: vacancy position, important dates, eligibility rules, age limit, application fee, exam pattern, salary, the steps to apply online, and the official links. Verify every detail in the official notice before applying.
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SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Recruiting Organisation | Supreme Court of India (Recruitment Cell) |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) |
| Post Name | Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies | 65 (tentative) |
| Department | Supreme Court of India Registry |
| Pay Level | Level-8 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100) |
| Qualification | Degree, English Shorthand 110 w.p.m., Computer Typing 40 w.p.m. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years as on 1 October 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 20 October 2026 to 10 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) |
| Selection Process | Objective Test, Shorthand Test, Typing Test, Interview |
| Job Location | New Delhi (or designated test centres) |
| Official Website | www.sci.gov.in |
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 10 November 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) |
| Objective Type Test (Tentative) | 7 December 2026 |
| Answer Key Upload (Tentative) | 8 December 2026 |
| Objection Window (Tentative) | 8 to 9 December 2026 (up to 11:55 PM) |
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Vacancy 2026
| Post | Department | Pay Level | Vacancies |
| Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) | Supreme Court of India Registry | Level-8 (Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100) | 65 (tentative) |
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the educational and other eligibility requirements as on 1 October 2026.
- Degree of a recognized University in India.
- Proficiency in Shorthand (English) with a speed of 110 w.p.m.
- Knowledge of computer operation with typing speed of 40 w.p.m.
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Age Limit 2026
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years (as on 1 October 2026) |
| SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / Physically Challenged / Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules |
| Dependants of Freedom Fighters | Up to 5 years over and above the prescribed age limit |
| Departmental Candidates of the Supreme Court Registry | No upper age limit |
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Application Fee 2026
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 1,500 plus bank charges |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-Servicemen / Physically Challenged | Rs. 750 plus bank charges |
| Payment Mode | Online only, through the UCO Bank payment gateway |
The application fee is non-refundable. If more than one application is submitted, only the last submitted application is considered.
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Selection Process 2026
Selection consists of four stages: an Objective Type Test with multiple-choice questions, a Shorthand (English) Test, a Typing Speed Test on Computer, and an Interview. Candidates preparing for court recruitments can also track the Supreme Court Junior Court Assistant Recruitment 2026 page and the Delhi High Court HJS Mains Admit Card 2026 page for related updates.
- Stage 1 – Objective Type Test (100 marks, 1.5 hours): General English (25), General Knowledge (25), provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India (25), Supreme Court Rules 2013 (15), and Knowledge of Computer operation (10). Minimum qualifying marks: 50. There is no negative marking.
- Stage 2 – Shorthand (English) Test at 110 words per minute (7 minutes dictation, 45 minutes transcription). Maximum marks: 100, minimum qualifying marks: 50. Permissible mistakes: 5 percent of total words dictated.
- Stage 3 – Typing Speed Test on Computer in English at a minimum speed of 40 w.p.m. (10 minutes). Maximum marks: 20, minimum qualifying marks: 10. Permissible mistakes: 3 percent of total words typed.
- Stage 4 – Interview (maximum 30 marks, minimum qualifying marks: 15).
Candidates with stenography skills may also find the SSC Stenographer Answer Key 2026 page useful for tracking the SSC steno cycle.
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Salary 2026
| Pay Level | Level-8 of Pay Matrix |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100 (initial basic pay Rs. 47,600 plus allowances as admissible under the rules) |
How to Apply Online for SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of the Supreme Court of India at www.sci.gov.in.
- Open the Recruitment section and locate the Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 link (the link activates on 20 October 2026).
- Register online with the required personal details and complete the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of a recent photograph, signature, and required documents (Class X, Class XII and Graduation certificates, category or community certificate, and disability certificate if applicable).
- Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
- Review all particulars carefully before final submission, since modifications are not permitted after submission.
- Preview and take a printout of the filled-up application form for your records. Do not send the printout to the Registry.
Applicants must furnish an undertaking that they have read the terms and will work even at odd hours and holidays without demur.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Recent passport size photograph and scanned signature
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 certificate
- Graduation certificate
- Caste or community certificate, where applicable
- Disability certificate, where applicable
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Apply Online (Official Website, active from 20 October 2026) | www.sci.gov.in |
| Official Website | www.sci.gov.in |
SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
How many vacancies are announced in SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A total of 65 tentative vacancies have been announced for the post of Senior Personal Assistant (Group B, Non-Gazetted) in the Supreme Court of India Registry.
What is the last date to apply for SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submission of online applications is 10 November 2026, up to 11:55 PM. The application window opens on 20 October 2026.
What is the eligibility for SCI Senior Personal Assistant?
Candidates need a degree of a recognized University, proficiency in English shorthand at 110 w.p.m., and computer typing speed of 40 w.p.m., along with knowledge of computer operation.
What is the age limit for SCI Senior Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age as on 1 October 2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
What is the application fee for SCI SPA Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs. 1,500 for General / Unreserved candidates and Rs. 750 for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), Ex-Servicemen and Physically Challenged candidates, payable online through the UCO Bank gateway.
What is the selection process for SCI Senior Personal Assistant?
Selection has four stages: an Objective Type Test (100 marks), a Shorthand (English) Test at 110 w.p.m. (100 marks), a Typing Speed Test on Computer at 40 w.p.m. (20 marks), and an Interview (30 marks).
Disclaimer
This article is based on the published information available at the time of writing. Candidates must verify all dates, eligibility conditions, and instructions from the official notification on www.sci.gov.in before applying. We are not responsible for changes made by the Supreme Court of India after publication.
