The Supreme Court of India has officially released a recruitment advertisement dated 25 July 2025, inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for multiple posts across different cadres. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacant positions in the Registry and Museum departments of the Supreme Court.
All applications must be submitted online through the official Supreme Court website: www.sci.gov.in
Vacancies and Eligibility Criteria
1. Assistant Editor, Supreme Court Reports (05 Posts)
- Category: UR – 5
- Pay Level: Level 12 (₹78,800/- + allowances)
- Age: 30 to 40 years
- Qualification: Degree in Law (recognized by Bar Council of India), English Bar Member, or Attorney of High Court
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in one of the following roles: Advocate in High Court/Supreme Court, judicial post, legal research, law reporting, or teaching law
- Exam Pattern:
- Written Test (2 hours):
- Part A: Precis Writing & Editorial Skills (100 marks, 50 qualifying)
- Part B: Law and Constitution (100 marks, 50 qualifying)
- Interview: 25 marks (13 qualifying)
- Written Test (2 hours):
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2. Assistant Director (Ex-cadre), Supreme Court Museum (01 Post)
- Category: UR – 1
- Pay Level: Level 11 (₹67,700/- + allowances)
- Age: 30 to 40 years
- Qualification: First Class Master's in Museology
- Experience: 5 years of documented research work in a reputed museum
- Exam Pattern:
- Written Test (3 hours): English, GK, Aptitude (30 marks), Museology/History (70 marks)
- Computer Test: Qualifying only
- Interview: 25 marks (13 qualifying)
3. Senior Court Assistant (Ex-cadre), Supreme Court Museum (02 Posts)
- Category: UR – 2
- Pay Level: Level 8 (₹47,600/- + allowances)
- Age: Max 35 years
- Qualification: High Second Class (55%) Master’s in Museology
- Experience: 2 years in Museology or as Assistant Curator
- Exam Pattern: Same as Assistant Director
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4. Assistant Librarian (14 Posts)
- Category: UR – 10, SC – 3, ST – 1
- Pay Level: Level 8 (₹47,600/- + allowances)
- Age: Max 30 years
- Qualification: Degree in Library Science + Computer Application Diploma
- Experience: 2 years in a University/Law Library
- Exam Pattern:
- Written Test (3 hours): English, GK, Aptitude (30 marks), Library Management (70 marks)
- Computer Test (1 hour): 100 marks
- Interview: 25 marks
Important Exam & Selection Guidelines
“Candidates qualifying the written test will be shortlisted in the ratio of 1:3 for interviews or 1:10 for computer tests based on posts.”
- Test Cities: Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai
- Interview Location: Delhi
- Relaxation: Age relaxations apply to SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Freedom Fighter dependents as per Govt. rules
- No Age Limit: For existing Supreme Court Registry employees
- Application Mode: Online only
- Fee: ₹1500 (UR/OBC), ₹750 (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwD) – Non-refundable
- Payment: Online via UCO Bank gateway only
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Important Instructions & Conditions
"Applications not complying with the instructions shall be summarily rejected."
- One application per post is required
- All scanned documents, photos, and signatures must be uploaded in the online form
- No request for modification in category or details will be accepted after submission
- Candidates must retain their application number and print their form for records
- Admit cards will be available online; no postal delivery
- Misconduct or false information at any stage will lead to disqualification
Application Dates
The starting and closing dates for online applications will be notified shortly on the official website. Candidates are advised to regularly visit www.sci.gov.in for updates.