Last checked: 24 October 2026. The Supreme Court of India has advertised 65 tentative vacancies of Senior Personal Assistant (SPA), a Group ‘B’ non-gazetted post in Pay Level 8. The advertisement (No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC), dated 12 October 2026) invites online applications from graduates who can take English shorthand at 110 wpm. The application window is open from 20 October to 10 November 2026 (11:55 pm).
This is a panel recruitment, so the number of posts may change. If you already write fast shorthand, this is one of the better-paid stenographer jobs in Delhi right now.
Supreme Court SPA Recruitment 2026 at a glance
| Organisation | Registry, Supreme Court of India, New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Post | Senior Personal Assistant (Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted) |
| Vacancies | 65 (tentative) |
| Pay | Level 8, Rs 47,600 to Rs 1,51,100 |
| Apply online | 20 October 2026 to 10 November 2026, 11:55 pm |
| Objective test | 7 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Answer key | 8 December 2026; objections till 9 December 2026 |
| Official site | sci.gov.in/recruitments |
Eligibility
Education and skills
- A degree from a recognised university in India.
- English shorthand at 110 words per minute.
- Knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 words per minute.
All three conditions are checked during the tests and again at document verification, so do not apply on the hope of picking up shorthand speed later.
Age limit (as on 1 October 2026)
Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years. Usual relaxation applies for SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), physically challenged candidates and ex-servicemen as per Government of India rules. Dependants of freedom fighters get up to 5 extra years. Departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry have no upper age limit, but staff of other government departments, PSUs and banks get no age relaxation. Use our age calculator with 1 October 2026 as the reference date, and see category-wise age relaxation rules if you are unsure.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs 1,500 + bank charges |
| SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / Ex-servicemen / Physically challenged | Rs 750 + bank charges |
The fee is non-refundable and is paid online only through the UCO Bank payment gateway.
Selection process and exam pattern
| Stage | Details | Time | Max marks | Qualifying |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Objective test | 100 questions: General English 25, General Knowledge 25, Judiciary provisions of the Constitution 25, Supreme Court Rules 2013 15, Computer knowledge 10 | 1.5 hours | 100 | 50 |
| 2. Shorthand (English) | Dictation at 110 wpm for 7 minutes, 45 minutes to transcribe; up to 5% mistakes allowed | 7 + 45 min | 100 | 50 |
| 3. Typing on computer | English, minimum 40 wpm; up to 3% mistakes allowed | 10 min | 20 | 10 |
| 4. Interview | Online or in person in Delhi | – | 30 | 15 |
There is no negative marking in the objective test. If many candidates clear it, the Registry will shortlist in a 1:10 ratio to vacancies for the shorthand and typing tests, and in a 1:3 ratio for the interview. The shorthand and typing tests are held in Delhi/NCR.
Shorthand marks are graded by error rate: no mistake earns 100%, up to 1% mistakes 90%, and so on down to 50% at 5% mistakes. A full stop error counts as half a mistake, as does a capital/small letter mix-up. If you want to see how typing tests count errors, our explainer on how court typing speed is calculated uses the same logic, and you can practise on the typing speed test.
Salary
Initial basic pay is Rs 47,600 in Level 8. On top of that you get Dearness Allowance, HRA (Delhi is an X-class city) and transport allowance as per central rules. In-hand pay depends on the current DA rate and deductions such as NPS and income tax, so treat any single “in-hand” figure online as an estimate. You can work out a realistic number with our salary calculator.
How to apply
- Open sci.gov.in/recruitments and download the detailed advertisement for Senior Personal Assistant.
- Click the link to submit online applications for the post of Senior Personal Assistant.
- Register with a personal email ID and mobile number that will stay active till the end of the process.
- Fill in your details exactly as in your Class 10 certificate. Any name change must be backed by a Gazette notification.
- Choose test cities in order of preference and upload your photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the fee online and take a printout of the submitted form. Do not post it to the Registry.
If you submit more than one form, only the last one submitted is considered. Category cannot be changed later. Working government, PSU or bank employees must produce a No Objection Certificate at document verification.
Who should apply, and a few honest tips
Apply only if you can already take 110 wpm dictation with under 5% errors. The written test is only 50% to qualify, but the shorthand stage is where most candidates drop out. Spend the next six weeks on daily dictation at 100 to 120 wpm, revise the judiciary chapters of the Constitution (Articles 124 to 147) and read the Supreme Court Rules, 2013, which carry 15 marks. For other court and stenographer openings, keep an eye on our latest jobs page.
Source: Supreme Court of India SPA advertisement dated 12.10.2026 (PDF) and sci.gov.in recruitment page. Details were read from the official advertisement on 24 October 2026. Always confirm dates and eligibility in the official notice before paying any fee. Read our editorial policy to see how we check job updates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for Supreme Court SPA Recruitment 2026?
Online applications close on 10 November 2026 at 11:55 pm. Registration opened on 20 October 2026.
What is the salary of a Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant?
The post is in Level 8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs 47,600 to Rs 1,51,100). Initial basic pay is Rs 47,600 plus allowances admissible under the rules.
What shorthand speed is needed for Supreme Court SPA 2026?
English shorthand at 110 words per minute, plus computer typing at 40 words per minute. Both are tested after the objective test.
Is there negative marking in the Supreme Court SPA objective test?
No. The advertisement says there will be no negative marking in the objective type test.
What is the age limit for Supreme Court SPA 2026?
18 to 30 years as on 1 October 2026, with usual relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwD and ex-servicemen as per Government of India rules.