AP High Court Assistant Editor Exam Date 2026 Declared
High Court of Andhra Pradesh (Website)
Location: Amaravati, Andhra PradeshExam Date: 2026-08-29
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Age Limit | As per the original recruitment notification dated 09 July 2026. |
Job Description
Overview
The High Court of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati, has officially announced the schedule for the Stage-I Written Examination for the Assistant Editor (Digi-APLR) position. This update follows the recruitment notification issued earlier in July 2026. Candidates who have previously registered for this role are required to appear for the examination on the specified date at the designated venue in Amaravati.
Key Responsibilities
- Candidates will be evaluated on their proficiency in preparing legal headnotes.
- The examination requires drafting headnotes based on provided judicial judgments.
- Participants must utilize the allotted computer systems to format their work according to e-SCR/Digi-SCR standards.
- The task involves extracting essential legal elements such as issues, case laws, and results from the provided soft copies.
- Strict adherence to the High Court's prescribed SOP for headnote preparation is mandatory.
- Candidates must maintain professional conduct and follow all invigilation instructions during the assessment.
Why Apply
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of legal documentation within the High Court of Andhra Pradesh. It provides exposure to high-level legal research and the chance to work with advanced e-SCR systems, enhancing professional expertise in legal editing and documentation.
Important Dates
- Original Notification Date: 09 July 2026
- Exam Schedule Notice Date: 20 August 2026
- Stage-I Written Examination: 29 August 2026
Quick Facts
- Post: Assistant Editor (Digi-APLR)
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
- Exam Time: 10:30 A.M.
- Location: Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
Age Limit (Detail)
As per the original recruitment notification dated 09 July 2026.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Assistant Editor position consists of a Stage-I Written Examination. This stage focuses on the practical ability of the candidate to prepare a headnote from a judgment. Candidates are provided with four judgments in soft copy format and must prepare one headnote on an allotted computer system. The evaluation is based on the accuracy, format, and adherence to the High Court's e-SCR/Digi-SCR standards. No separate hall tickets are issued; the application number serves as the participant ID.
Exam Pattern
The Stage-I Written Examination is a practical test conducted over 2 hours and 30 minutes. Candidates are required to prepare one headnote from four provided judgments. The work must be done on a computer in soft copy format. The headnote must include specific fields such as Issue for Consideration, Head-notes, Acts, Keywords, Case Law/Reference Cited, Appearances, Case Arising From, Judgment/Order, and Result of the Case.
Application Fee
Not applicable for this exam date announcement.
Vacancy Details
- Assistant Editor (Digi-APLR): 04 Posts
How to Apply
- Visit the official High Court of Andhra Pradesh website at aphc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the recruitment or notifications section to locate the notice regarding the Stage-I exam date.
- Download the official notification PDF for reference, as no separate call letters will be issued.
- Ensure you have your application number ready, as it serves as your participant ID for the exam.
- Prepare your required documents, including a valid government-issued photo ID like an Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID.
- Report to the exam venue at the Court Masters Section, I Floor, High Court of Andhra Pradesh, at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Keep a printed copy of the notification for entry verification at the exam centre.
Detailed Notification Link
| Exam Date Notification | View Notification |
