Court Master (Shorthand) Vacancy at Supreme Court of India, New Delhi
The Supreme Court of India has invited applications for 15 tentative Court Master (Shorthand) posts on a deputation basis, from candidates working in High Courts and District Courts. The last date to apply is 27 October 2026.
Position at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Post | Court Master (Shorthand) |
| Number of Vacancies | 15 (tentative) |
| Nature of Engagement | On deputation basis — initially one year, extendable to three years |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications |
| Application Mode | Through proper channel (prescribed proforma); scanned copies by email for early scrutiny |
| Last Date | 27 October 2026 |
Eligibility
Applications are invited from candidates working in the High Courts and District Courts. As on 1 October 2026, candidates must (a) hold a degree of a recognized University in India; (b) have proficiency in Shorthand with a speed of 120 w.p.m. in Shorthand (English); (c) possess knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 w.p.m. on computer; and (d) be holding an analogous post on regular basis, or have a minimum of 5 years’ regular service in the cadre of Private Secretary / Senior Personal Assistant / Personal Assistant / Senior Stenographer. The age of the candidate should not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
How to Apply
Applications in the prescribed proforma must be forwarded through proper channel, along with ACRs/APARs of the last five years and vigilance clearance, to the Recruitment Cell, Supreme Court of India, Tilak Marg, New Delhi 110001. Scanned copies may be sent at recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in for early scrutiny. Applications of District Court candidates are to be routed and forwarded through the concerned High Court; High Courts may send the applications latest by 31 October 2026. Candidates should read the detailed advertisement before applying.
Role and Importance
The Court Master (Shorthand) is a Level-11 post (Rs. 67,700–Rs. 2,08,700) in the Supreme Court Registry, to be filled on deputation from the stenography cadres of High Courts and District Courts — a senior court-reporting role within the country’s highest court.
Deadline Alert
The last date for eligible candidates to apply is 27 October 2026 — only 5 days remain. Applications of District Court candidates must be routed through the concerned High Court, and High Courts may forward applications latest by 31 October 2026.
Official Link: https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3ec0490f1f4972d133619a60c30f3559e/uploads/2026/10/20261012100.pdf
