The Supreme Court has issued key directions regarding the regularization and recognition of Court Managers, a cadre introduced following the Thirteenth Finance Commission’s recommendations to enhance court administration. Addressing writ petitions by Court Managers across India, the Court emphasized the need for uniform service conditions, regularization of appointments, and recognition of their role in judicial administration. It noted that Court Managers, typically MBA-qualified professionals, assist judges in administrative tasks such as case management, HR, and IT. Despite central guidelines, their appointments remain largely contractual, with varied pay and no structured service benefits. Referring to its 2018 directions and the Second National Judicial Pay Commission (SNJPC) recommendations, the Court reaffirmed the need to grant them Class I Gazetted Officer status, ensure appropriate pay scales, count past service for pension benefits, and frame rules for promotions and duties. The Court directed all High Courts to implement these measures, recognizing Court Managers as essential to effective and efficient judicial functioning across the country.