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Delhi Higher Judicial Service Exam 2026
High Court of Delhi is recruiting 27 District Judge (Entry Level) posts. Applications closed 15 July; Prelims on 26 July 2026.
- Vacancies
- 27
- Pay scale
- ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660
- Last date
- 15 Jul 2026
- Exam / event
- 26 Jul 2026
- Age limit
- 35–45 years
- Apply mode
- Online only
- Department
- Delhi Higher Judicial Service
- Location
- New Delhi
Important dates
One timeline — no hunting through tables.
1 July 2026 · 10:00 AM
Applications opened
15 July 2026 · 5:30 PM
Last date to apply & pay fee
26 July 2026 · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Preliminary exam
25% negative marking
To be announced
Mains & viva-voce
Posts / cadres
Roles covered under this notice.
- Delhi High Court Higher Judicial Service Exam HJS 202627 posts
Who can apply
Confirm full criteria in the official notification.
Age: 35–45 years (as on 15 July 2026)
Qualification
- ✓LL.B. / law degree from a recognised university
Other eligibility
- ✓Citizen of India
- ✓Age 35–45 years as on 15 July 2026 (relaxations as per rules)
- ✓LL.B. from a recognised university
- ✓Advocates: 7 years’ continuous practice as on 15 July 2026
Selection process
Clear one stage to move to the next.
01
Preliminary
Objective CBT/paper with 25% negative marking
02
Mains (written)
Descriptive exam
03
Viva-voce
Interview for final merit
Exam pattern
Scheme as published — verify in the official PDF.
Vacancy breakup
Category-wise distribution where published.
| Category | Existing | Anticipated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 14 | 03 | 17 |
| SC | 05 | — | 05 |
| ST | 05 | — | 05 |
How to apply
Short steps — follow the official form for exact fields and fees.
- 1Open delhihighcourt.nic.in recruitment / online application link
- 2Register and fill the DHJS-2026 form
- 3Upload documents as prescribed
- 4Pay fee and submit before the deadline
- 5Keep printout for records
Official link: Open on official website
Documents to keep ready
Scan quality and KB limits are in the official notification.
- ✓Recent passport-size photograph (as per KB / dimension rules)
- ✓Signature / left-hand thumb impression scan (if asked)
- ✓ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter / DL) details for the form
- ✓Educational certificates and mark sheets
- ✓Category / EWS / PwBD / Ex-servicemen certificate (if claiming reservation)
- ✓Valid email ID and mobile number for OTPs
FAQs
Quick answers visitors usually look for.
Is the application still open?
The notified last date was 15 July 2026. Check the High Court site for any further notices.
What is the pay scale?
J-5 scale ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660 as notified.
Notes
Public facts from the High Court of Delhi DHJS-2026 advertisement. Confirm any further stages on the official website.
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