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| Recruiting authority | High Court of Delhi, New Delhi |
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| Last successful check | 12 Nov 2026 |
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| Last date | 15 Jul 2026 |
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- High Court of Delhi has released the Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Examination 2026 notification for 27 vacancies (24 existing + 03 anticipated) through direct recruitment. Advocates with a minimum of 7 years of continuous practice and aged between 35 and 45 years as on 15 July 2026 can apply online from 01 July 2026 to 15 July 2026. Selected candidates will be appointed in the pay scale of ₹1,44,840–₹1,94,660 (J-5). The Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled for 26 July 2026 (Sunday).
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Delhi HJS Exam 2026 – Quick Overview
- Candidates searching for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Recruitment 2026 details can refer to the quick summary below for an instant overview of the post, organization, total vacancies, last date, and application mode. This recruitment is conducted as per the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970, as amended up to date.
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Delhi Higher Judicial Service Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
- Candidates wondering about the Delhi HJS Exam 2026 schedule can note that the online application window opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 15 July 2026 at 17:30 Hrs. The Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) is tentatively scheduled for 26 July 2026 (Sunday) from 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM.
Delhi HJS Vacancy 2026 – Category-wise Breakdown
- The Delhi Higher Judicial Service Vacancy 2026 comprises 27 posts distributed across General, SC, and ST categories. Candidates should note that 3 out of 5 vacancies reserved for SC and 4 out of 5 vacancies reserved for ST are backlog vacancies.
Delhi HJS Examination 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates checking eligibility for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 must note that the post requires either a practising Advocate with minimum 7 years of continuous practice or a Judicial Officer with the equivalent combined experience, along with a specific age band. The relevant date for determining both age and experience eligibility is the last date of receipt of applications, i.e., 15 July 2026.
Age Limit (as on 15 July 2026)
Experience / Practice Eligibility
- Candidates must be a citizen of India. Persons dismissed from service by the Central/State Government, High Courts, or statutory/local authorities are not eligible to apply.
Delhi Higher Judicial Service 2026 Application Fee
- Candidates applying for the Delhi HJS Recruitment 2026 must pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid within the application window itself.
Delhi HJS 2026 Pay Scale
- Candidates wondering about the salary for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Vacancy 2026 can note that selected officers will be placed in the J-5 pay scale. The pay scale for members of Delhi Higher Judicial Service is ₹1,44,840–₹1,94,660, applicable as per existing Government norms.
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Delhi HJS Examination 2026 Selection Process
- Selection for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 is conducted in three successive stages: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type), Mains Examination (Written), and Viva-Voce. Marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are of qualifying nature only and are not counted in the final merit list.
Preliminary Exam Syllabus
- The syllabus covers General Knowledge, Current Affairs, English Language, Constitution of India, Indian Evidence Act / Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, CPC, CrPC / BNSS, IPC / BNS, Indian Contract Act, Transfer of Property Act, Arbitration & Conciliation Act, Negotiable Instruments Act, Motor Vehicles Act, POCSO Act, IT Act, Trade Marks Act, Copyright Act, Patents Act, and several other Acts as mentioned in the notification.
Delhi HJS 2026 Document Requirements
- Candidates declared successful in the Mains Examination must submit one set of self-attested copies of the following documents to the Joint Registrar [Examination (Judicial)], High Court of Delhi within five days of declaration of the result. Candidates in Government/Judicial service must also inform their parent office of their application and produce an NOC if called for Viva-Voce.
- Proof of age (Matriculation Certificate or equivalent)
- Mark-sheets and Pass Certificates of Xth and XIIth Class
- LL.B. degree or equivalent law degree (semester-wise/consolidated marksheets)
- Advocate's licence and Bar Council enrolment certificate
- Certificate from Bar Council certifying period of practice, countersigned by the Registrar General or authorised officer of the High Court/District Judge
- Pass Certificate of All India Bar Examination, wherever applicable
- Copy of order sheets/judgments (at least 2 per year) for cases during the 7 years preceding the last date of application
- Income Tax Return Acknowledgements and Computation/Statement of Accounts
- No Objection Certificate (original) from employer if in Government/Judicial service
- Original Caste Certificate (for SC/ST candidates) issued by prescribed authority
- Original Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates) issued by Government Hospital/Medical Board
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Q3. How many vacancies are available in Delhi HJS Vacancy 2026?
- There are 27 total vacancies: 17 for General category, 5 for SC, and 5 for ST, including 3 PwD reserved vacancies across identified disability categories.
Q4. What is the application fee for Delhi HJS Recruitment 2026?
- The fee is ₹2,000 for General category candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwD (identified benchmark disability of 40% or more) candidates, payable online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.
Q5. What is the age limit for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026?
- Candidates must have attained 35 years of age and must not have attained 45 years of age as on 15 July 2026, the last date of receipt of applications.
Q6. What is the selection process for Delhi HJS Exam 2026?
- Selection is through three stages: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type, 150 marks, 26 July 2026), Mains Examination (Written, 750 marks), and Viva-Voce (250 marks). The final merit list is based on Mains and Viva-Voce marks combined.
Q7. What is the pay scale for Delhi Higher Judicial Service 2026?
- Selected officers will be placed in the J-5 pay scale of ₹1,44,840 to ₹1,94,660.
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