The Supreme Court of India, the apex judicial body of the country, has opened recruitment for the post of Court Master (Shorthand) with fifteen tentative vacancies. The position is filled on deputation basis from officials working in High Courts and District Courts, offering a senior stenographic role in the court's registry at its New Delhi premises.
Supreme Court Court Master Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 2026F.6 (CM(S))/2026-SC(RC)
Total Vacancies
15
Last Date
27 Oct
9 days left
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Recruitment status
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Last date 27 Oct 2026 · 9 days left
- Notification12 Oct
- Applications Opentill 27 Oct
About Supreme Court of India Court Master Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Supreme Court of India
- Advertisement No.
- F.6 (CM(S))/2026-SC(RC)
- Post Name
- Court Master (Shorthand)
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications invited from eligible candidates working in the High Courts and District Courts)
- Job Type
- Deputation
- Age Limit
- Up to 56 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Holding analogous post on regular basis, or minimum 5 years regular service in the cadre of Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer
- Credentials Required
- Shorthand proficiency at 120 w.p.m. in English and computer typing speed of 40 w.p.m.
- Tenure
- Initially fixed as one year, extendable to three years; total deputation ordinarily not exceeding three years including any ex-cadre post held immediately before
Vacancy Breakdown
Court Master (Shorthand)
15
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand) | 15 |
Eligibility Details
Court Master (Shorthand) - Qualification and Experience
A Degree of a recognized University in India; proficiency in Shorthand with a speed of 120 w.p.m. in Shorthand (English); knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer; holding analogous post on regular basis or minimum 5 years regular service in the cadre of Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Court Master (Shorthand) - Qualification and Experience | A Degree of a recognized University in India; proficiency in Shorthand with a speed of 120 w.p.m. in Shorthand (English); knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer; holding analogous post on regular basis or minimum 5 years regular service in the cadre of Private Secretary/Senior PA/PA/Senior Stenographer. |
Age Limit
Should not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications (1 October 2026)
Selection Process
- 1Shorthand Skill Test
Shorthand test in English at 120 w.p.m. with up to five per cent mistakes permissible; maximum 100 marks and 50 marks minimum qualifying.
- 2Interaction
Candidates who qualify the Shorthand Skill Test are called for interaction, with ACRs/APARs of the last five years and vigilance clearance placed for perusal.
Salary Structure
Level 11 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 2,08,700), initial basic pay Rs. 67,700 plus allowances as admissible under the Rules
How to Apply
- 1Get the prescribed proforma application form from the official advertisement.
- 2Fill in the application form and attach the required documents and photographs.
- 3Route the application through the concerned High Court; officials working in District Courts must forward it through the concerned High Court.
- 4Send scanned copies of the application to [email protected] for early scrutiny.
- 5Send the original application in the prescribed proforma along with the documents by post to the Recruitment Cell, Supreme Court of India, Tilak Marg, New Delhi 110001.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Prescribed proforma application form
•ACRs/APARs of the last five years
•Vigilance clearance
•Supporting documents and photographs
Important Details
- The post is filled on deputation basis and applications must be routed through the concerned High Court; officials working in District Courts have their applications forwarded through the concerned High Court.
- Applications not received through proper channel, without supporting documents and photographs, unsigned or incomplete in any manner will be rejected.
- The pay of the official appointed on deputation will be fixed as per instructions issued by the Government of India from time to time.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can officials working in District Courts apply for the Court Master post?
Yes. Their applications are routed and forwarded through the concerned High Court.
Is the Court Master post a permanent appointment?
No. The engagement is on deputation basis, initially for one year and extendable to three years.
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