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Patna High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Form
High Court of Judicature at Patna, Bihar has released the official notification for District Judge Recruitment 2026 under Bihar Superior Judicial Service. This recruitment is a prestigious opportunity for experienced advocates who are looking to enter the judicial services at a higher level.
A total of 08 vacancies have been announced for the post of District Judge. Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions, including required years of legal practice and case experience, can apply online between 16 April 2026 and 15 May 2026.
This recruitment demands strong legal knowledge, courtroom experience, and professional integrity. Candidates must carefully review eligibility criteria, especially practice experience and number of cases handled, before applying.
Applicants are advised to complete their application process within the deadline and prepare all necessary documents as per official instructions. Selection will be done through multiple stages including written exam and interview.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 16 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date Upload Photo | 22 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1500 |
| SC / ST | ₹750 |
Minimum Age: 35 Years
Maximum Age: 50 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per Patna High Court rules.
08 Posts
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| District Judge (HJS) | 08 |
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) from recognized university |
| Experience | Minimum 7 years of continuous practice as Advocate |
| Case Requirement | Minimum 24 cases handled each year in last 3 years |
Candidates must be practicing advocates with sufficient court experience. This is a senior-level judicial recruitment, so experience criteria is strictly mandatory.
- Preliminary Examination: Screening test to shortlist candidates.
- Main Written Examination: Detailed descriptive papers based on law subjects.
- Interview / Viva Voce: Final personality and legal knowledge assessment.
- Document Verification: Verification of eligibility and experience.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Prelims | Objective type questions (Law + GK) |
| Mains | Descriptive papers (Civil Law, Criminal Law, Language) |
| Interview | Personality and legal knowledge test |
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Civil Law | Contract Act, CPC, Property Law, Family Law |
| Criminal Law | IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act |
| Language | English & Hindi (Essay, Translation, Comprehension) |
| General Knowledge | Current Affairs, Legal Awareness |
- Application Form Printout
- Valid ID Proof
- LLB Degree Certificate
- Bar Council Registration Certificate
- Experience Certificate (7 Years Practice)
- Case Records Proof
- Passport Size Photographs
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Q1. What is total vacancy?
08 posts.
Q2. What is eligibility?
LLB degree with 7 years advocate experience.
Q3. What is age limit?
35 to 50 years.
Q4. What is selection process?
Prelims, mains, interview and document verification.
Q5. How to apply?
Apply online through Patna High Court website.