12 October 2026 — The Supreme Court of India has released the detailed advertisement for recruitment to the post of Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) under Advt. No. F.6/2026/Tech.Post/SC(RC) dated 12 October 2026. A total of 15 tentative vacancies will be filled in the Registry of the Supreme Court. The post is Group-B, Non-Gazetted. Online applications will be accepted from 3 November 2026 to 24 November 2026 (11:55 PM) through the official website, sci.gov.in.
Key Highlights
- 15 tentative vacancies — Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) in the Registry of the Supreme Court, Group-B, Non-Gazetted
- Online applications — 3 November 2026 to 24 November 2026 (11:55 PM) through sci.gov.in
- Pay Level 7 — Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400, initial Basic Pay Rs. 44,900 plus allowances
- Selection in 4 stages — Objective Test, Technical Aptitude Test, Practical Test and Interview, each with minimum qualifying marks
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 3 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 November 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Objective Test + Technical Aptitude Test (tentative) | 22 December 2026 |
| Answer Key (tentative) | 24 December 2026 |
| Answer Key Objection (tentative) | 24-25 December 2026 |
| Practical Test + Interview | To be notified later |
Vacancy Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post | Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) |
| Total Vacancies | 15 (tentative) |
| Group | B, Non-Gazetted, Supreme Court Registry |
| Pay | Level 7 – Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400, initial Basic Pay Rs. 44,900 plus allowances |
Eligibility (as on 1 October 2026)
Candidates must meet ONE of the following, with experience in software development:
B.E. in Computer Science / IT or B.Tech in Computer Science / IT + 3 years’ experience; OR
MCA / M.Sc. in Computer Science + 3 years’ experience; OR
B.Sc. in Computer Science / BCA with First Class or at least 60% marks + 4 years’ experience.
A degree in Law is a preferred additional qualification.
Age Limit (as on 1 October 2026)
Minimum 18 years, maximum 35 years. Relaxation as per Government of India rules for SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), physically challenged and ex-servicemen candidates; up to 5 years’ extra relaxation for dependents of freedom fighters; no upper age limit for departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry.
Application Fee
General / Unreserved: Rs. 1,500
SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / Ex-Servicemen / Physically Challenged: Rs. 750
Fee is non-refundable and payable online only through the UCO Bank payment gateway (plus bank charges). No other payment mode is accepted.
Selection Process
Selection has four stages, each with minimum qualifying marks:
Stage 1 – Objective Type Test: 1.5 hours, 100 questions (40 General English including comprehension, 30 General Aptitude, 30 Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude), 100 marks, qualifying 50.
Stage 2 – Objective Type Technical Aptitude Test: 1.5 hours, 50 marks, qualifying 25.
Stage 3 – Practical Aptitude Test: 1.5 hours, 50 marks, qualifying 25.
Stage 4 – Interview: 25 marks, qualifying 13.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website, sci.gov.in, and open the Recruitments section.
- Open the link for Court Assistant (Technical Assistant-cum-Programmer) Recruitment 2026.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then fill the application form.
- Upload the photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the fee online and submit the form before 24 November 2026, 11:55 PM.
- Note down the Application Number – it will be needed for the admit card.
Important Note
Read the official notification carefully before applying. Applications are accepted online only.