Delhi Higher Judicial Service Main Exam Date

Exam Lover; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,616,000 - 2,455,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Judicial allowance

Official residence

Vehicle facility

Medical benefits

Pension

Job summary

The Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) Examination 2026 is announced by the High Court of Delhi for 27 District Judge (Entry Level) posts under the 25% Direct Recruitment Quota from the Bar. Applications run online from July 1 to July 15, 2026, with prelims on July 26, 2026 and mains on October 10–11, 2026.

Expected pay is substantial, reflecting judicial service allowances and DA/HRA. Eligibility requires an LLB degree and at least seven years of continuous practice as an advocate.

Qualifications

• LLB degree from a recognised university.
• Minimum 7 years of continuous practice as an Advocate.
• Direct Recruitment under 25% Quota from the Bar.

Education

LLB degree + 7 years advocacy practice

Job description

Delhi Higher Judicial Service Exam 2026: The High Court of Delhi has officially released the notification for theDelhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) Examination 2026for27 District Judge (Entry Level)posts under the25% Direct Recruitment Quota from the Bar. This is a prestigious recruitment opportunity exclusively for practicing Advocates who fulfill the eligibility conditions prescribed under the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970 (as amended).

The online application window opened onJuly 1, 2026 (10:00 AM)and will close onJuly 15, 2026 (5:30 PM). ThePreliminary Examinationis already scheduled forJuly 26, 2026, making this a fast-track recruitment cycle. Eligible Advocates must act quickly and apply well before the deadline.

Delhi HJS Exam 2026 – Recruitment Overview

Exam Name Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) Examination 2026

Post Name Delhi Higher Judicial Service (District Judge – Entry Level)

Recruitment Type Direct Recruitment – 25% Quota from the Bar

Total Vacancies 27 Posts

Job Location Delhi

Pay Scale (J-5) ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660

Application Mode Online Only

Important Dates – Delhi HJS Exam 2026

Detailed Notification Available 1 July 2026

Online Application Start Date 1 July 2026 (10:00 AM)

Last Date to Apply Online 15 July 2026 (5:30 PM Sharp)

Preliminary Examination Date 26 July 2026

Mains Examination Date 10-11 October 2026

Viva-Voce (Interview) Date To be announced

Application Fee – Delhi HJS Exam 2026

Category

Application Fee

General (UR / EWS / OBC) ₹2,000/-

SC / ST / PwD (Divyang) ₹500/-

Payment Mode Online (as specified on the official portal)

Age Limit – Delhi HJS Exam 2026

Criteria

Details

Minimum Age 35 Years

Maximum Age 45 Years

Age Relaxation As per Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970 (as amended)

Vacancy Details & Eligibility – Delhi HJS Exam 2026

Post Name

Educational Qualification

Higher Judicial Service (District Judge – Entry Level) 27 LLB Degree + Minimum 7 Years of Continuous Practice as an Advocate

Pay Scale & Salary – Delhi HJS District Judge 2026

Particulars

Details

Pay Scale (J-5) ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660

Pay Commission As per 7th Pay Commission / Judicial Pay Commission

Starting Basic Pay ₹1,44,840/- per month

Gross Monthly Salary (Estimated) ₹1,80,000 – ₹2,20,000/- per month (including DA, HRA & judicial allowances)

Additional Benefits Judicial Allowance, Official Residence / HRA, Vehicle Facility, Medical Benefits, Pension

Selection Process – Delhi Higher Judicial Service Exam 2026

• Preliminary Examination (Prelims)– Objective type paper with negative marking. Used for shortlisting candidates for the Mains. Scheduled forJuly 26, 2026.
• Mains Examination (Written)– Detailed descriptive written test covering substantive and procedural law. Candidates shortlisted from Prelims appear for Mains.
• Viva-Voce (Interview / Oral Examination)– Personal interview before a selection panel from the Delhi High Court to assess legal acumen, communication skills, and judicial temperament.
• Document Verification– Final verification of LLB degree, advocacy enrollment certificate, experience proof (Bar Council records / court appearance records), age proof, and category certificate.
• Medical Examination– Final health fitness check before issuance of appointment order.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Delhi Higher Judicial Service Exam 2026

Q1. Delhi Higher Judicial Service Exam 2026 ki last date kya hai?

Online application submit karne ki last date15 July 2026 (5:30 PM)hai.

Q2. DHJS 2026 mein kitni vacancies hain?

Total27 postshain — UR (17), SC (5), aur ST (5).

Age limit35 se 45 saalhai. Age relaxation rules official notification mein available hain.

Q5. DHJS 2026 ka application fee kitna hai?

General category ke liye₹2,000/-aur SC/ST/PwD ke liye₹500/-hai.