Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 — 27 District Judge Vacancies
Organization: High Court of Delhi
Post: District Judge (Delhi Higher Judicial Service)
Total Vacancies: 27 (24 existing + 03 anticipated)
Pay Scale: ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660/month (J-5)
Application Start: 1st July 2026
Last Date to Apply: 15th July 2026 (5:30 PM)
Preliminary Exam Date: 26th July 2026 (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Apply Online: applycareer.co.in/DHC/HighCourt2026DHJSE/
Official PDF: Download Notification PDF
🚨 Urgent — Last Date: 15 July 2026
High Court of Delhi has invited online applications for 27 District Judge vacancies through Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) Examination 2026. This is one of the most prestigious judicial service opportunities for senior advocates and judicial officers in Delhi. The Preliminary Exam is on 26 July 2026 — very little time left to prepare and apply.
📋 Vacancy Details — Category Wise
| Category | Existing | Anticipated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 14 | 03 | 17 |
| SC | 05* | — | 05 |
| ST | 05* | — | 05 |
| Total | 24 | 03 | 27 |
* 03 out of 05 SC vacancies and 04 out of 05 ST vacancies are backlog vacancies.
🦽 PwD Reservations (out of 27 vacancies)
| PwD Category | Reserved |
|---|---|
| Blindness and Low Vision | 01* |
| One arm/leg, both legs, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victim | 01 |
| Specific Learning Disability / Multiple Disabilities | 01* |
| Total PwD Reserved | 03 |
💰 Pay Scale
- Pay Scale (J-5): ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660 per month
- One of the highest pay scales in Indian State Judicial Services
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Must be a citizen of India
Experience (Any one of the following)
- Advocates: Continuously practising as an Advocate for not less than 7 years as on 15 July 2026
- Judicial Officers (Option 1): Completed 7 years in Bar before recruitment in subordinate judicial service
- Judicial Officers (Option 2): 7 years combined experience as Judicial Officer + Advocate as on 15 July 2026
- Persons in judicial service: Combined 7+ years experience as Advocate or Judicial Officer
Age Limit (as on 15 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 35 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
- No age relaxation details mentioned beyond the standard limits
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 1st July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15th July 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam (Objective) | 26th July 2026 (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
| Mains Exam (Written) | To be announced |
| Viva-Voce / Interview | To be announced |
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000/- |
| SC / ST / PwD (40%+ disability) | ₹500/- |
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI
Note: Fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.
📝 Selection Process
- Stage 1 — Preliminary Examination: Objective type MCQ with 25% negative marking (26 July 2026)
- Stage 2 — Mains Examination: Written exam for candidates qualifying Prelims
- Stage 3 — Viva-Voce: Interview for candidates qualifying Mains
📄 How to Apply
- Visit the official website: www.delhihighcourt.nic.in
- Click on DHJS Examination 2026 notification link
- Register and fill the online application form
- Pay application fee online (Debit/Credit/NetBanking/UPI)
- Submit form and take printout for future reference
- Do NOT send printout to High Court of Delhi
🔗 Direct Apply Link: Click Here to Apply Online
📎 Official Notification: Download PDF
⚠️ Important Notes
- Admission at all stages (Prelims, Mains, Viva) is purely provisional
- Eligibility is thoroughly verified at subsequent stages — candidates found ineligible will be cancelled without notice
- Number of vacancies subject to change as per court orders
- Candidates must read the full Instructions on the online portal and the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970 before applying
- Anticipated vacancies: up to 30 June 2027
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who can apply for DHJS Exam 2026?
A: Advocates with 7+ years of continuous practice OR Judicial Officers with 7+ years combined experience as on 15 July 2026. Age must be between 35–45 years.
Q2: What is the last date to apply?
A: 15th July 2026 at 5:30 PM. No applications accepted after this time.
Q3: When is the Preliminary Exam?
A: 26th July 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Objective type, 25% negative marking).
Q4: What is the pay scale for District Judge in Delhi?
A: J-5 scale: ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660 per month — one of the highest judicial service pay scales in India.
Q5: Is there a negative marking in Prelims?
A: Yes. There is 25% negative marking in the Preliminary Examination (Objective type).
Q6: Can a person from another state apply?
A: Yes, provided they are an Indian citizen, have 7+ years qualifying experience as an Advocate or Judicial Officer, and are between 35–45 years of age.
Q7: What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
A: ₹500/- (non-refundable) via online payment modes.
📢 Apply before 15 July 2026, 5:30 PM — don’t miss this prestigious Delhi judicial service opportunity!
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