Job Description
Overview
The High Court of Andhra Pradesh has officially announced the commencement of the recruitment process for 30 District Judge positions. This drive is specifically aimed at experienced judicial officers currently serving within the state, facilitating their career progression into the District Judge cadre. The selection is conducted through a rigorous competitive examination process designed to identify candidates with deep legal expertise and administrative acumen.
Key Responsibilities
- Preside over complex civil and criminal litigation cases within the district jurisdiction.
- Ensure the efficient administration of justice by managing court dockets and judicial proceedings.
- Supervise subordinate judicial officers and court staff to maintain operational standards.
- Draft and deliver well-reasoned judicial orders and judgments in accordance with constitutional law.
- Conduct thorough legal research to address intricate points of law arising during trials.
- Maintain the integrity of the judicial process while ensuring timely disposal of pending cases.
Why Apply
This role offers a prestigious career path within the state judiciary, providing significant professional growth and the opportunity to influence the legal landscape of Andhra Pradesh. Selected candidates will benefit from a competitive salary structure and the professional satisfaction of upholding the rule of law at a senior judicial level.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 30 September 2026
- Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 30
- Pay Scale: Rs. 144840-194660
- Location: Andhra Pradesh
- Category: Other Jobs
AP High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
30 Sep 2026 –
15 Oct 2026
Salary
Rs. 144840-194660
Vacancies
30
Eligibility
Civil Judge (Senior Division) with 3 years qualifying service
Vacancy Details
- District Judge: 30 Posts
How to Apply
- Visit the official Andhra Pradesh High Court website at https://aphc.gov.in.
- Locate and download the official notification and the prescribed application form.
- Print the application form and fill in all required personal and professional details accurately.
- Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents, including service certificates, educational credentials, and identification proof.
- Affix a recent passport-sized photograph and provide your signature as requested.
- Review the completed application to ensure all information is correct and all documents are enclosed.
- Send the application via Speed Post or Registered Post to the designated address mentioned in the official notification.
- Ensure the application reaches the office before the deadline of 15-10-2026.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application for your personal records.
Application Fee
No application fee is required for this recruitment.
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years as on 01-09-2026.
Selection Process
The selection process is structured into three distinct stages to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of the candidates. Initially, a Computer Based Screening Test is conducted to shortlist eligible applicants. Following this, candidates must appear for a detailed Written Examination consisting of three papers: Paper-I covering Constitution and Civil Law, Paper-II focusing on Criminal Law, and Paper-III testing English translation and essay writing skills. The final stage is a Viva Voce interview, where the candidate's personality and judicial temperament are assessed.
Exam Pattern
The written examination includes three papers: Paper-I (Constitution and Civil Law), Paper-II (Criminal Law), and Paper-III (English Translation and Essay Writing).
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Organization
Andhra Pradesh High Court has released the provisional answer key for the Computer-Based Test conducted from 23rd to 25th May 2026. Candidates can download their response sheets and raise objections against the provisional keys through the official portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
The recruitment is conducted by the Andhra Pradesh High Court (AP High Court) for filling up District Judge positions through Limited Departmental Competitive Examination.
There are a total of 30 vacancies available for the District Judge post in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service for the year 2026.
The last date for the receipt of filled offline application forms is 15-10-2026 up to 5:00 P.M. in the office of the Principal District Judge concerned.
The application mode for this recruitment is strictly offline. Candidates must download the application form, fill it, attach enclosures, and send it through proper channels.
Candidates must be Civil Judges (Senior Division) with not less than 3 years of qualifying service and a total service of 7 years in the judicial service.
The maximum age limit is specified as 35 years as on 01.09.2026, while the minimum age is not specifically restricted beyond qualifying service requirements.
Selected candidates for the District Judge post will receive a handsome salary scale ranging from Rs. 144840 to Rs. 194660 per month as per guidelines.
The selection process comprises a Computer Based Screening Test, a comprehensive Written Examination with multiple papers, followed by a Viva Voce interview.
No application fee is mentioned or required to be paid according to the official notification details provided for this recruitment drive.
You can visit the official Andhra Pradesh High Court website at https://aphc.gov.in to access and download the official notification and application pro forma.
