Supreme Court SPA Syllabus 2026: Objective, Shorthand, Typing, Interview
F.6/11/SPA/2026: 100 MCQ objective test, 110 w.p.m. shorthand, 40 w.p.m. typing, interview. No negative marking.
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Four stages
| Stage | Duration | Max marks | Qualifying |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective (100 MCQ) | 1.5 hours | 100 | 50 |
| Shorthand English 110 w.p.m. | Dictation 7 min, transcription 45 min | 100 | 50 |
| Typing 40 w.p.m. | 10 minutes | 20 | 10 |
| Interview | As notified | 30 | 15 |
No negative marking in the objective test.
Objective test
- 25 General English
- 25 General Knowledge
- 25 Provisions relating to the judiciary in the Constitution
- 15 Supreme Court Rules, 2013
- 10 Computer operation knowledge
Tentative date 7 December 2026. Cities in Annexure-A (Patna to Delhi/NCR). Shorthand and typing are in Delhi/NCR.
Shorthand and typing rules
Shorthand mistakes: 5 percent of dictated words maximum, with graded marks down to 50 percent score. Typing: 3 percent errors allowed on total words typed. Full stop errors count as half mistakes.
Shortlisting
- Objective qualifiers may be capped at 1:10 for shorthand and typing.
- Interview at 1:3 among candidates passing all three tests.
Practice scheme MCQs on the practice page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tentatively 7 December 2026. Confirm on sci.gov.in and your admit card.
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