Cut-off Date: 15 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 35 to 45 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 35 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 16 Jul 1981 to 15 Jul 1991 |
| EWS | 35 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 16 Jul 1981 to 15 Jul 1991 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 35 yrs | 48 yrs | +3 yrs | 16 Jul 1978 to 15 Jul 1991 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 16 Jul 1976 to 15 Jul 1991 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 16 Jul 1976 to 15 Jul 1991 |
| PwD (General) | 35 yrs | 55 yrs | +10 yrs | 16 Jul 1971 to 15 Jul 1991 |
Prescribed Age: 35–45 Years (As on 15 Jul 2026)
The Delhi High Court has issued an official recruitment notification for Higher Judicial Service, announcing a total of 27 vacancies located in Delhi. The online application window opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 15 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Advocate with 7 years of continuous practice or equivalent Judicial Officer experience and be within the prescribed age limit of 35 to 45 years as on 2026-07-15, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of 144840 - 194660. The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Exam (Objective), Mains Exam (Written), and Viva-Voce. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 01 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
15 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 26 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name | Higher Judicial Service |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 27 |
| Qualification | Advocate with 7 years of continuous practice or equivalent Judicial Officer experience |
| Age Limit | 35 to 45 years as on 2026-07-15 |
| Salary | 144840 - 194660 |
| Application Fee | General: 2000, SC/ST/PwD: 500 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam (Objective), Mains Exam (Written), and Viva-Voce |
The High Court of Delhi has officially notified the recruitment for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) Examination 2026. The selection process aims to fill 27 vacancies, consisting of 24 existing posts and 3 anticipated vacancies, through direct recruitment.
| Category | Existing Vacancies | Anticipated Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 14 | 3 | 17 |
| SC | 5 (3 Backlog) | 0 | 5 |
| ST | 5 (4 Backlog) | 0 | 5 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 1 July 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 15 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 26 July 2026 |
Candidates must meet the following criteria as of 15 July 2026:
Selected candidates will be appointed in the J-5 pay scale, ranging from ₹1,44,840 to ₹1,94,660.
The recruitment follows a three-stage process:
The application fee for General category candidates is ₹2,000.
No, the Preliminary Examination is strictly for qualification purposes; only Mains and Viva-Voce marks determine the final merit list.
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