Supreme Court SPA Syllabus 2026
Complete subject-wise syllabus for the Objective Type Test, shorthand and typing tests with topic-wise weightage.
Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) Mock Test Series
Attempt the most exam-like Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Mock Test 2026 designed on the latest Objective Type Test pattern: 100 questions, 100 marks, 1½ hours with General English, General Knowledge, Judiciary provisions in the Constitution, Supreme Court Rules 2013 and Computer Knowledge. Get detailed solutions, performance analysis and skill-test (shorthand and typing) preparation guidance for the Supreme Court SPA online test series.
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🗓️ Objective Test: 07 Dec 2026 (Tentative)
⚖️ 65 Tentative Vacancies
💰 Pay Level 8 · ₹47,600
Official Notification:
Supreme Court SPA Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) dated 12.10.2026 (PDF)
Last Updated: 22 October 2026
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📑 Based on: Supreme Court Advt. No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) dated 12 October 2026 & Latest Exam Scheme
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- 1. Exam Overview 2026
- 2. Why Choose Our Supreme Court SPA Test Series?
- 3. Vacancy & Reservation
- 4. Eligibility Criteria
- 5. Application Fee
- 6. Pay Scale & Salary
- 7. Exam Pattern (4 Stages)
- 8. Detailed Syllabus
- 9. Shorthand & Typing Skill Test
- 10. Selection Process
- 11. Important Dates
- 12. Test Centres
- 13. How to Apply
- 14. Preparation Strategy
- 15. हिंदी में जानकारी
- 16. Frequently Asked Questions
Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Exam Overview 2026
The Registry of the Supreme Court of India has invited online applications for 65 tentative vacancies of Senior Personal Assistant (SPA), a Group 'B' Non-Gazetted post placed in Level 8 of the Pay Matrix. Recruitment is by direct recruitment for the preparation of a panel. The selection has four stages: an Objective Type Test, a Shorthand (English) Test, a Typing Speed Test on Computer and an Interview. Preparing for the Supreme Court SPA exam means balancing knowledge-based preparation (English, GK, Constitution, Supreme Court Rules, Computer) with high-accuracy shorthand and typing skills.
Note on Content Freshness: The details below are based on Advertisement No. F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC) dated 12 October 2026. The Registry reserves the right to change the number of posts and the selection process. Always confirm time-sensitive details on www.sci.gov.in.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Supreme Court of India Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) Recruitment 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Registry of the Supreme Court of India |
| Advertisement No. | F.6/11/SPA/2026-SC (RC), dated 12.10.2026 |
| Post | Senior Personal Assistant (Group 'B' Non-Gazetted) |
| Tentative Vacancies | 65 |
| Mode of Application | Online only (link on www.sci.gov.in) |
| Selection Stages | Objective Type Test → Shorthand (English) Test → Typing Speed Test → Interview |
| Objective Test Date (Tentative) | 07 December 2026 |
| Negative Marking (Objective Test) | No negative marking |
| Job Location | Supreme Court of India, New Delhi |
Why Choose MockSeries for Supreme Court SPA Online Test Series?
Our Supreme Court SPA test series mirrors the Objective Type Test so you can practise under real conditions. Here is what you get:
- Full-Length Supreme Court SPA Mock Tests: 100 questions, 100 marks and a 90-minute timer, with the same subject split as the official scheme.
- Mock Tests with Answers and Solutions: Every question comes with a step-by-step explanation so you understand the logic, not just the final score.
Vacancy & Reservation Details 2026
The Registry has advertised 65 tentative vacancies of Senior Personal Assistant. The number of posts may change due to administrative exigencies and/or the requirement of the Registry, with the approval of the competent Authority.
Reservation is available to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) in accordance with Rule 4A of the Supreme Court Officers and Servants (Conditions of Service and Conduct) Rules, 1961. The advertisement does not publish a category-wise vacancy table; check the official website for any such update.
Important: No request for change of the category filled in the online Application Form will be entertained.
Supreme Court SPA Eligibility Criteria
1. Essential Qualification
- Degree of a recognized University in India.
- Proficiency in Shorthand (English) with a speed of 110 w.p.m.
- Knowledge of Computer operation with typing speed of 40 w.p.m.
Eligibility is determined as on 1 October 2026. Admission to all stages is provisional until documents are verified.
2. Age Limit (as on 01-10-2026)
| Particulars | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 30 years |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Physically Challenged / Ex-servicemen | Usual age relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| Dependants of freedom fighters | Relaxation up to a maximum of five years over and above the prescribed age limit |
| Departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry | No upper age limit |
| Candidates in other Govt. Departments / PSUs / Nationalized Banks | No age relaxation |
3. No Objection Certificate (NOC)
Candidates working in Central/State Government Departments, Nationalized Banks or Public Sector Undertakings must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of document verification.
4. Work Conditions
Selected Senior Personal Assistants may have to work at odd hours and on holidays and must submit an undertaking to that effect.
Supreme Court SPA Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹ 1,500/- |
| SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) / Ex-servicemen / Physically Challenged | ₹ 750/- |
Bank charges are extra. The fee must be paid through the online payment gateway provided by UCO Bank; no other mode is accepted and fee once paid is not refunded under any circumstances.
Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant Salary & Pay Scale
The post is a Group 'B' Non-Gazetted post in Level 8 of the Pay Matrix.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Matrix Range | Initial Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Personal Assistant | Level 8 | ₹ 47,600 – ₹ 1,51,100 | ₹ 47,600 plus allowances admissible under the Rules |
Supreme Court SPA Exam Pattern 2026
The selection comprises four tests. A candidate must qualify in each prescribed stage.
| Sl. | Test | Duration | Max Marks | Min Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Objective Type Test (100 questions) | 1½ hours | 100 | 50 |
| 2 | Shorthand (English) Test at 110 w.p.m. | 7 minutes dictation + 45 minutes transcription | 100 | 50 |
| 3 | Typing Speed Test on Computer (English, min. 40 w.p.m.) | 10 minutes | 20 | 10 |
| 4 | Interview | – | 30 | 15 |
| Total | 250 | – | ||
Objective Type Test – Section-wise Questions
| Subject | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| General English | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 |
| Provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India | 25 |
| Supreme Court Rules, 2013 | 15 |
| Knowledge of Computer Operation | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
There is no negative marking in the Objective Type Test, so attempt every question. Minimum qualifying marks are 50 out of 100.
Supreme Court SPA Syllabus 2026
The advertisement specifies the subject areas of the Objective Type Test. The topic-wise coverage below is our recommended preparation outline for each area.
- General English (25): Grammar, error spotting, vocabulary, synonyms/antonyms, one-word substitution, idioms and phrases, sentence improvement, comprehension and legal/office English usage.
- General Knowledge (25): Current affairs, Indian polity and history, geography, economy, science and technology, important days, awards, sports and static GK.
- Provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India (25): Constitutional provisions on the Supreme Court, High Courts and subordinate courts, appointment and removal of judges, jurisdiction (original, appellate, advisory), writs, judicial review and related Articles.
- Supreme Court Rules, 2013 (15): Procedure for filing and registration, petitions and appeals, limitation and procedure before the Registry, and key definitions and orders.
- Knowledge of Computer Operation (10): Computer fundamentals, MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint basics, keyboard shortcuts, internet and email, operating systems and basic cyber safety.
Supreme Court SPA Shorthand & Typing Test (Skill Test)
After the Objective Type Test, qualified candidates face the Shorthand (English) Test and the Typing Speed Test on Computer, both conducted in Delhi/NCR. These tests decide your rank as much as the written exam, so build your Supreme Court SPA shorthand practice and typing test practice early.
Shorthand (English) Test at 110 w.p.m.
- Dictation: 7 minutes. Transcription time: 45 minutes. Maximum marks: 100; minimum qualifying marks: 50.
- Mistakes permissible: 5% of the total words dictated in the test passage.
- A mistake of full stop (.) is treated as half mistake; wrong typing of a capital letter for a small letter or vice-versa is also half mistake.
| Mistakes | Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Without mistake | 100% |
| Up to 1% | 90% |
| Up to 2% | 80% |
| Up to 3% | 70% |
| Up to 4% | 60% |
| Up to 5% | 50% |
Typing Speed Test on Computer (English)
- Duration: 10 minutes; minimum speed 40 w.p.m.; maximum marks 20; minimum qualifying marks 10.
- Mistakes permissible: 3% of the total words typed.
- An error in a word/figure is a full mistake. Wrong typing of a capital letter for a small letter (or vice-versa), and omitted, added or substituted punctuation marks, are half mistakes.
Tip: Practise transcription with strict capitalisation and punctuation. Many marks are lost to half-mistakes that add up quickly.
Supreme Court SPA Selection Process
- Objective Type Test: 100 marks, minimum 50 to qualify. If a large number of candidates qualify, candidates in the ratio of 1:10 against the number of tentative vacancies are shortlisted, based on merit, for the second stage.
- Shorthand (English) Test and Typing Speed Test on Computer: Conducted in Delhi/NCR for shortlisted candidates.
- Interview: Candidates in the ratio of 1:3 against the number of tentative vacancies, who qualify in all three tests (Objective, Shorthand and Typing), are kept for interview. The interview may be online or physical in Delhi. 30 marks; minimum 15.
- Document Verification: All eligibility documents (Class X, Class XII, graduation certificates, caste/community and disability certificates, NOC where applicable) are verified. Any false information leads to cancellation of candidature.
The Registry reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge, modify or alter the selection process if the need arises.
Supreme Court SPA Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 20 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 November 2026, 11:55 p.m. |
| Objective Type Test (Tentative) | 07 December 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 08 December 2026 |
| Objection Window (Tentative) | 08 – 09 December 2026, till 11:55 p.m. |
| Shorthand, Typing & Interview | To be notified on www.sci.gov.in |
A fee of ₹100 per objection is charged for challenging the answer key; it is refunded if the objection is found valid. Objections must be submitted online only.
Supreme Court SPA Objective Test Centres (69 Cities)
The Objective Type Test will be held in the following cities as per Annexure-A. Candidates choose cities in order of preference but may be shifted to another city for administrative reasons. No change of city/centre or date is entertained and no TA/DA is payable.
| State / UT | Test Centre Cities |
|---|---|
| Bihar | Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Patna |
| Jharkhand | Bokaro Steel City, Dhanbad, Ranchi |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar/Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela |
| Assam | Guwahati |
| West Bengal | Kolkata, Siliguri |
| Delhi/NCR | Delhi/NCR |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Prayagraj, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Roorkee |
| Rajasthan | Ajmer, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur |
| Haryana | Ambala, Kurukshetra |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hamirpur, Kangra, Shimla |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu, Srinagar |
| Ladakh | Leh |
| Punjab | Amritsar, Bathinda, Ludhiana, Mohali, Pathankot, Patiala, Phagwara |
| Andhra Pradesh | Guntur, Visakhapatnam |
| Karnataka | Belagavi (Belgaum), Bengaluru, Mysuru (Mysore) |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Warangal |
| Kerala | Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Rajkot |
| Maharashtra | Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune |
| Chhattisgarh | Bhilai, Raipur |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur |
How to Apply for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant 2026?
- Visit the official website www.sci.gov.in and open the Recruitment link for the Senior Personal Assistant advertisement.
- Register online. Use a valid personal e-mail ID and mobile number and keep them active throughout the process; admit card and test information are also sent by SMS and e-mail.
- Enter your name, father's name, mother's name and date of birth exactly as in the Class X/High School certificate. Any change in name or surname must be supported by a Gazette Notification.
- Select your preferred Objective Test cities in order of preference.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature and documents (Class X, Class XII and graduation certificates, caste/community certificate if applicable, and disability certificate if applicable).
- Submit the undertaking that you have read and accepted the terms and conditions.
- Pay the fee online (₹1,500 General or ₹750 for reserved/ESM/PwD categories, plus bank charges).
- Preview and take a printout of the application form and note your Application Number for admit card generation. The printout need not be sent to the Registry.
Closing Date: The last date to submit the online application is 10 November 2026 (11:55 p.m.). Once submitted, the application cannot be withdrawn or modified. If more than one application is submitted, only the last one is considered. For queries, the Recruitment Cell can be reached at recruitment.cell@sci.nic.in.
Preparation Strategy for Supreme Court SPA Exam
- Master the Judiciary Chapters: 25 questions are from judiciary provisions in the Constitution. Revise Articles on the Supreme Court, High Courts, subordinate courts, writs and judicial review thoroughly.
- Read the Supreme Court Rules, 2013: 15 questions come from this very specific source. Make short notes on procedure, definitions and filing rules, then practise MCQs on them.
- Strengthen English: General English carries 25 marks and is also the base for your shorthand transcription accuracy. Daily reading and grammar practice pays off twice.
- Attempt Every Question: The Objective Type Test has no negative marking. Never leave a question blank.
- Train Shorthand Daily: Practise dictation at 110 w.p.m. and transcribe within the time limit with under 5% mistakes. Aim for under 1% to maximise marks.
- Build Typing Accuracy: Target 40+ w.p.m. with below 3% mistakes and watch capitalisation and punctuation.
- Take Full-Length Mocks: Use the timed Supreme Court SPA mock tests above weekly, then analyse mistakes by section.
सुप्रीम कोर्ट सीनियर पर्सनल असिस्टेंट मॉक टेस्ट 2026 (हिंदी में जानकारी)
सुप्रीम कोर्ट ऑफ इंडिया की रजिस्ट्री ने सीनियर पर्सनल असिस्टेंट (SPA) के 65 अस्थायी पदों के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन आमंत्रित किए हैं। यह लेवल-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) का ग्रुप 'बी' अराजपत्रित पद है। हमारी सुप्रीम कोर्ट SPA टेस्ट सीरीज और सुप्रीम कोर्ट सीनियर पर्सनल असिस्टेंट ऑनलाइन टेस्ट में वस्तुनिष्ठ परीक्षा के पैटर्न पर आधारित प्रैक्टिस सेट उपलब्ध हैं।
- परीक्षा चरण: ऑब्जेक्टिव टाइप टेस्ट (100 प्रश्न, 100 अंक, 1½ घंटे), शॉर्टहैंड (अंग्रेज़ी) टेस्ट 110 शब्द प्रति मिनट, कंप्यूटर पर टाइपिंग टेस्ट 40 शब्द प्रति मिनट और साक्षात्कार (30 अंक)।
- विषय: सामान्य अंग्रेज़ी (25), सामान्य ज्ञान (25), संविधान में न्यायपालिका से संबंधित प्रावधान (25), सुप्रीम कोर्ट नियम 2013 (15) और कंप्यूटर संचालन का ज्ञान (10)।
- नेगेटिव मार्किंग: ऑब्जेक्टिव टेस्ट में कोई नेगेटिव मार्किंग नहीं है। न्यूनतम योग्यता अंक 50 हैं।
- आयु सीमा: 01 अक्टूबर 2026 को 18 से 30 वर्ष, सरकारी नियमों के अनुसार SC/ST/OBC (नॉन-क्रीमी लेयर)/दिव्यांग/पूर्व सैनिकों को छूट।
- आवेदन शुल्क: सामान्य वर्ग ₹1,500; SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/पूर्व सैनिक/दिव्यांग ₹750 (बैंक शुल्क अतिरिक्त)।
- महत्वपूर्ण तिथियाँ: आवेदन 20 अक्टूबर 2026 से 10 नवंबर 2026 (रात 11:55 बजे) तक; ऑब्जेक्टिव टेस्ट अस्थायी रूप से 07 दिसंबर 2026।
सुप्रीम कोर्ट SPA परीक्षा की तैयारी के लिए सुप्रीम कोर्ट SPA प्रैक्टिस सेट, महत्वपूर्ण प्रश्न, पिछले वर्ष के प्रश्न पत्र, शॉर्टहैंड प्रैक्टिस और टाइपिंग टेस्ट का नियमित अभ्यास करें।
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When is the Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant exam 2026?
As per the advertisement dated 12 October 2026, the Objective Type Test is tentatively scheduled for 7 December 2026. Dates for the Shorthand (English) Test, Typing Speed Test and Interview will be notified on www.sci.gov.in.
What is the Supreme Court SPA exam pattern?
The exam has four stages: an Objective Type Test (100 questions, 100 marks, 1.5 hours), a Shorthand (English) Test at 110 wpm (100 marks), a Typing Speed Test on computer at 40 wpm (20 marks) and an Interview (30 marks). The Objective Type Test has 25 questions each on General English, General Knowledge and provisions relating to the Judiciary in the Constitution of India, 15 on the Supreme Court Rules 2013 and 10 on Knowledge of Computer operation.
Is there negative marking in the Supreme Court SPA Objective Type Test?
No. The advertisement states there will be no negative marking in the Objective Type Test. The minimum qualifying marks are 50 out of 100.
What is the age limit for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant 2026?
Candidates must be at least 18 years and not more than 30 years of age as on 1 October 2026. Usual age relaxation applies to SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), Physically Challenged and Ex-servicemen candidates as per Government of India rules. Up to five years' additional relaxation is admissible for dependants of freedom fighters. There is no upper age limit for departmental candidates of the Supreme Court Registry.
What is the qualification for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant?
A degree from a recognized university in India, proficiency in Shorthand (English) at 110 words per minute, and knowledge of computer operation with a typing speed of 40 words per minute.
What is the salary of Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant?
The post is a Group 'B' Non-Gazetted post in Level 8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 47,600 - Rs. 1,51,100) with an initial basic pay of Rs. 47,600 plus allowances admissible under the Rules.
What is the application fee for Supreme Court SPA 2026?
The non-refundable application fee is Rs. 1,500 for General/Unreserved candidates and Rs. 750 for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Ex-servicemen/Physically Challenged candidates, plus bank charges, payable online only.
How many vacancies are there for Supreme Court Senior Personal Assistant 2026?
The Supreme Court Registry has advertised 65 tentative vacancies of Senior Personal Assistant. The number may change due to administrative exigencies or Registry requirements.
How many candidates are shortlisted for the shorthand and typing test?
If a large number of candidates qualify in the Objective Type Test by securing 50 or more marks, candidates in the ratio of 1:10 against the number of tentative vacancies are shortlisted, based on merit, for the Shorthand (English) Test and Typing Speed Test. A ratio of 1:3 is kept for the interview from those who qualify in all three tests.
Where can I attempt free Supreme Court SPA mock tests?
You can attempt free full-length Supreme Court SPA mock tests directly on this page above at MockSeries.in. The tests follow the latest Objective Type Test pattern, cover the complete syllabus and provide detailed solutions.