High Court of Delhi has published recruitment notification for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination – 2026 for fill up 27 Vacancies. Eligible Advocates and Judicial Officers with minimum 7 years of experience can apply online for direct recruitment in Delhi Higher Judicial Service. The online application process has started and eligible candidates can apply until 15 July 2026.
Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding Vacancies, eligibility criteria, pay scale, selection process and the application process for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 provided below.
Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026
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Post Name |
Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) |
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| Total Vacancies |
27 Posts (24 Existing + 03 Anticipated) |
| Age Limit |
35 to 45 years as on 15.07.2026 |
| Pay Scale |
₹1,44,840 – 1,94,660 (J-5 Pay Level) |
| Minimum Qualification |
Advocate with minimum 7 years continuous practice / Judicial Officer with combined experience of 7 years |
| Application Fee |
₹2,000 (General) | ₹500 (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process |
Preliminary Examination + Mains Examination + Viva-Voce |
| Job Location |
Delhi |
| Last Date |
15 July 2026 |
✅ Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
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Educational & Experience Qualification:
• Must have been continuously practising as an Advocate for not less than 7 years as on 15.07.2026, OR
• Must have completed 7 years in Bar before recruitment in subordinate judicial service, OR
• Must have combined experience of 7 years or more as an Advocate and Judicial Officer as on 15.07.2026. -
Age Limit (as on 15.07.2026): Must have attained the age of 35 years and must not have attained the age of 45 years.
✅ Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 Selection Process:
The selection will be made in three successive stages:
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Stage 1: Delhi Higher Judicial Service Preliminary Examination (Objective Type with 25% negative marking)
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Stage 2: Delhi Higher Judicial Service Mains Examination (Written)
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Stage 3: Viva-Voce
✅ Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 Application Fee:
- General Category: ₹2,000
- SC / ST / Persons with Disabilities (40% or more): ₹500
- Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI.
✅ Important Dates:
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Notification Date |
01 July 2026 |
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Starting Date for Online Registration |
01 July 2026 |
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Last Date for Online Registration |
15 July 2026 (05:30 PM) |
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Preliminary Examination Date |
26 July 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
| Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 | Apply Online |
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✅ How to Apply Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official website of High Court of Delhi.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website www.delhihighcourt.nic.in and go to the Recruitment / Examination section.
➢ Step 2: Click on the link for “Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination – 2026”.
➢ Step 3: Register yourself and fill the online application form with accurate details.
➢ Step 4: Pay the application fee online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI.
➢ Step 5: Upload the required documents (if any) and submit the application form.
➢ Step 6: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Note: Last date for submission of online application is 15 July 2026 (05:30 PM). Preliminary Examination will be held on 26 July 2026.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026?
Total 27 vacancies (24 existing + 03 anticipated) in Delhi Higher Judicial Service.
What is the eligibility criteria for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026?
Advocate with minimum 7 years continuous practice or Judicial Officer with combined 7 years experience as Advocate/Judicial Officer. Age between 35 to 45 years as on 15.07.2026.
What is the last date to apply for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026?
Last date for submission of online application is 15 July 2026 (05:30 PM).
What is the selection process for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026?
Selection will be done through Preliminary Examination (Objective), Mains Examination (Written) and Viva-Voce.
What is the application fee for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026?
₹2,000 for General Category and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
When is the Preliminary Examination for Delhi Higher Judicial Service 2026?
The Preliminary Examination will be held on 26 July 2026.