The Supreme Court of India has released the official notification for Senior Personal Assistant recruitment. A total of 65 posts are available. Online applications started on 20 October 2026 and the last date to apply is 10 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 November 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹ 1500 |
| SC / ST / OBC-NCL / PwBD | ₹ 750 |
Payment can be made online through debit card, credit card, internet banking, IMPS, cash card, or mobile wallet.
Age Limit (as on 01 October 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | 65 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in India.
- Proficiency in English shorthand at 110 words per minute.
- Knowledge of computer operation with English typing speed of 40 words per minute.
Selection Process
- Objective Type Test
- Shorthand (English) Test
- Typing Test
- Interview
Based on the official recruitment notification, the Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) examination consists of four stages: an Objective Type Test, an English Shorthand Test, a Computer Typing Test, and an Interview.
Here is the detailed exam pattern for each stage:
Objective Type Test
The written exam is a multiple-choice test consisting of 100 questions. There is no negative marking.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Provisions Relating to Judiciary in the Constitution | 25 | 25 |
| Supreme Court Rules, 2013 | 15 | 15 |
| Knowledge of Computer Operation | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration:1 Hour 30 Minutes (90 Minutes)
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:50 out of 100
English Shorthand Test
Candidates who pass the objective test (usually shortlisted in a 1:10 ratio) will proceed to the skill tests.
- Dictation Speed:110 words per minute
- Duration:7 minutes for dictation, followed by 45 minutes for transcription
- Maximum Marks:100
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:50 (Maximum permissible mistakes are 5% of the total words dictated)
Typing Speed Test on Computer
- Minimum Typing Speed:40 words per minute (English)
- Duration:10 minutes
- Maximum Marks:20
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:10 (Maximum permissible mistakes are 3% of the total words typed)
Interview
- Maximum Marks:30
- Minimum Qualifying Marks:15
- Shortlisting:Candidates who pass the skill tests are generally shortlisted for the interview in a 1:3 ratio against the tentative vacancies.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Supreme Court of India recruitment portal.
- Register or log in with valid details.
- Fill the online application form completely.
- Upload required documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Supreme Court Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Apply early and keep all documents ready to avoid last-minute issues.
