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  • Updated November 09, 2026 11:22 AM
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  • Update 9 Nov 2026: The last date to apply has been extended to 30 November 2026 (earlier 10 November 2026). See the notice
  • The High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has released Notification No. 118/2026-RC dated 25-09-2026 inviting online applications for 119 posts of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service. Of these, 96 vacancies are under Direct Recruitment and 23 vacancies are under Recruitment by Transfer. The recruitment is governed by the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service & Cadre) Rules, 2026.
  • The pay scale for Civil Judge (Junior Division) is Rs. 77,840 - 1,36,520. Law graduates can apply under Direct Recruitment, and eligible court and legal department staff can apply under Recruitment by Transfer. Selected candidates will first be designated as Trainee Judicial Officers and undergo one year of training at the Judicial Academy, followed by one year of Law Clerkship.
  • Applications are accepted online only through the High Court website, https://aphc.gov.in, from 01-10-2026 to 30-11-2026 (up to 11:59 PM). Selection is through a Screening Test (computer based), a Written Examination and a Viva Voce. Read this article for the complete details on vacancy, eligibility, salary, age limit, application fee, important dates, selection process and how to apply for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026.
  • AP High Court Civil Judge Notification PDF
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AP High Court Civil Judge (Junior Division) Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company NameHigh Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati (AP High Court)
Post NameCivil Judge (Junior Division)
No of Posts119 (96 Direct Recruitment + 23 Recruitment by Transfer)
SalaryRs. 77,840 - 1,36,520 (pay scale)
QualificationDegree in Law (see Eligibility Criteria for Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer conditions)
Age LimitMaximum 35 years (Direct Recruitment) and 48 years (Recruitment by Transfer), as on 01-09-2026
Start Date for Apply01-10-2026
Last Date for Apply30-11-2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
Official Websiteaphc.gov.in
  • The High Court reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies or cancel the notification at any stage without assigning any reason. No right accrues to a candidate by virtue of the notification.

AP High Court Civil Judge (Junior Division) Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

  • A total of 119 posts are notified, comprising 96 posts under Direct Recruitment and 23 posts under Recruitment by Transfer.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligibility conditions differ for Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer.

Disqualifications (Direct Recruitment)

  • A person who is not a citizen of India, or who is dismissed, removed or compulsorily retired from Judicial Service or any service of the Government, Statutory or Local Authority.
  • A person convicted of an offence involving moral turpitude, or arrested in connection with any such crime.
  • A person permanently debarred or disqualified by the High Court, UPSC or any State Public Service Commission from examinations or selections.
  • A person who directly or indirectly influences the recruitment authority for his/her candidature.
  • A person having more than one wife living, or a woman who marries knowingly a person having a wife.
  • A candidate who has committed copying or misconduct in a Screening Test/Written Examination, or could not successfully complete the probation period of any post in Judicial Service or other service.
  • An officer found to be of doubtful integrity in any year.

Salary/Stipend

  • The pay and stipend details given in the notification are as follows:
  • Pay Scale: Rs. 77,840 - 1,36,520 for Civil Judge (Junior Division).
  • Training Period (1 year at the Judicial Academy): Selected candidates are designated as "Trainee Judicial Officers" and are paid a fixed emolument equivalent to one-half of the remuneration payable to a Civil Judge (Junior Division), along with the facilities and benefits ordinarily available to trainees in the Academy.
  • Law Clerkship (1 year): After the training, Trainee Judicial Officers undergo one year of structured Law Clerkship, with the same emoluments as during their training and no further allowance. The first six months are under the supervision of the Principal District/District and Sessions Judges or Members of the Higher Judicial Services, and the remaining six months under an Hon'ble Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh.
  • Regular Appointment: On completion of the Law Clerkship, the Hon'ble Judge places a reasoned evaluation report. If found satisfactory, the Trainee Judicial Officer is appointed to the regular post and is entitled to the regular pay scale and other service benefits.

Age Limit (as on 01-09-2026)

  • Age is calculated as on 01-09-2026, the first day of the month in which the notification was published.

Application Fee

  • Open Category/EWS/BC Candidates: Rs. 1,500/- towards online application processing fee and examination fee.
  • SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: Rs. 750/-. Only applicants belonging to a community recognized as SC/ST in the State of Andhra Pradesh are entitled to this concession.
  • Payment Mode: Online only.
  • The application/examination fee once paid will not be refunded, even if the application is rejected for any reason or the notification is cancelled.

Important Dates

  • Date of Notification: 25-09-2026
  • Start Date for Online Application: 01-10-2026
  • Last Date for Online Application: 30-11-2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
  • Download of Hall Tickets for Screening Test: One week before the Screening Test
  • Screening Test (Computer Based Test): To be notified in due course
  • Question Paper and Preliminary Key/Response Sheet: Within one week from the date of the Screening Test, with objections called for on the High Court website
  • The above dates are final, except where modified by the High Court in case of exigencies. The venue and time of the test will be mentioned in the Hall Ticket.

Selection Process

  • The selection process for Direct Recruitment consists of the following stages: Screening Test, Written Examination and Viva Voce.

Syllabus for Screening Test and Written Examination

  • Civil Laws: Code of Civil Procedure, 1908; Indian Contract Act, 1872; Hindu Marriage Act, 1955; Hindu Succession Act, 1956; Indian Easements Act, 1882; Specific Relief Act, 1963; Limitation Act, 1963; Transfer of Property Act, 1882; Civil Rules of Practice; Registration Act, 1908 and Indian Stamp Act, 1899; AP Land Encroachment Act, 1905; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Bharatiya Sakshya Abhiniyam, 2023 (BSA).
  • Criminal Laws: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973; Indian Evidence Act, 1872; Indian Penal Code, 1860; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS); Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 (BSA); Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS); Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881; Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005; Criminal Rules of Practice; AP Excise Act, 1968; AP Gaming Act, 1974; Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015; Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006; Information Technology Act, 2000; POCSO Act, 2012; AP Forest Act, 1967.

How to Apply

  • Eligible candidates can apply for AP High Court Civil Judge (Junior Division) Recruitment 2026 through online mode only. Follow the steps below:
  • Visit the official High Court of Andhra Pradesh website, https://aphc.gov.in, and open the online application portal (available from 01-10-2026 to 30-11-2026).
  • Read the notification carefully and select the category (Direct Recruitment or Recruitment by Transfer) and the applicable reservation category.
  • Fill in the application with correct details and opt for three Screening Test centres in the order of preference.
  • Upload the required documents. For Direct Recruitment: certificate of date of birth/SSC, Law Degree certificate, and community certificate for SC/ST/BC/Persons with Benchmark Disabilities/EWS claims. BC applicants must upload the latest Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued in 2025 or 2026 (otherwise the candidature is considered under Open Competition). EWS applicants must upload the latest EWS certificate issued in 2025 or 2026 by the Tahsildar, showing gross annual family income below Rs. 8,00,000/-. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities must upload the Medical Board certificate, and ex-servicemen the Discharge Certificate.
  • For Recruitment by Transfer, also upload proof of declaration of probation, the employer's proceedings permitting the Law Degree course after entering service, and the latest Service and Conduct Certificate. The latest No-objection Certificate from the employer must be submitted at the time of verification of original certificates.
  • Pay the application/examination fee online (Rs. 1,500/- or Rs. 750/-, as applicable) and submit the application on or before 30-11-2026 (11:59 PM).
  • Download the Hall Ticket from the High Court website one week before the Screening Test.
  • Once the application is submitted, candidates cannot edit options or replace documents. Original certificates must be produced on the day mentioned by the High Court for verification, failing which the candidature will be rejected. The High Court will not entertain correspondence, and no information will be sent to unsuccessful candidates. Candidates must regularly visit the High Court website for updates, as no separate information is provided in any other mode. No TA/DA will be paid for the Screening Test, Written Examination or Viva Voce.

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Q3. What is the Eligibility to apply for AP High Court Civil Judge (Junior Division) 2026?

  • Under Direct Recruitment, a Law graduate who obtained the Law Degree within the preceding one year as on the date of notification. Under Recruitment by Transfer, a Law Degree holder who is a confirmed member or approved probationer in the eligible High Court, District Judiciary, Prosecution, Law/Legislature Department or Advocate General office categories.

Q4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for AP High Court Civil Judge (Junior Division) 2026?

  • 35 Years for Direct Recruitment and 48 Years for Recruitment by Transfer (as on 01-09-2026), with relaxation as per rules.

Q5. How many vacancies are being recruited by AP High Court Civil Judge (Junior Division) 2026?

  • Total 119 Vacancies (96 Direct Recruitment and 23 Recruitment by Transfer).
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