The AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati for 119 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies. The recruitment includes 96 posts under Direct Recruitment and 23 posts under Recruitment by Transfer. Eligible candidates can apply online from 1 October to 26 October 2026 through the High Court’s website. The selection process includes a computer-based Screening Test, Written Examination and Viva Voce. Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹77,840 to ₹1,36,520.
AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026: Overview
Candidates can check the important details of the AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 in the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | High Court of Andhra Pradesh |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Notification Number | 118/2026-RC |
| Notification Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 119 |
| Direct Recruitment Vacancies | 96 |
| Recruitment by Transfer Vacancies | 23 |
| Job Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Screening Test, Written Examination and Viva Voce |
| Pay Scale | ₹77,840–₹1,36,520 |
| Official Website | aphc.gov.in |
AP High Court Civil Judge Notification 2026 PDF
The AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 notification, issued under Notification No. 118/2026-RC, contains details of 119 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies, including recruitment categories, eligibility criteria, age limits, application fees, selection process and examination scheme. Candidates can refer to the notification for complete recruitment details and instructions before applying.
AP High Court Civil Judge Vacancy 2026
A total of 119 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies have been announced. These vacancies are divided between Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer.
| Recruitment Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Direct Recruitment | 96 |
| Recruitment by Transfer | 23 |
| Total | 119 |
AP High Court Civil Judge Direct Recruitment Vacancy 2026
The High Court has announced 96 vacancies under Direct Recruitment, distributed across different reservation categories.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Open Competition | 39 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 9 |
| Backward Class Group A | 7 |
| Backward Class Group B | 10 |
| Backward Class Group C | 1 |
| Backward Class Group D | 6 |
| Backward Class Group E | 4 |
| SC Group I | 1 |
| SC Group II | 7 |
| SC Group III | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 6 |
| Total | 96 |
AP High Court Civil Judge Vacancy Under Recruitment by Transfer
The 23 vacancies under Recruitment by Transfer are distributed as follows.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Open Competition | 18 |
| SC Group I | 1 |
| SC Group III | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3 |
| Total | 23 |
AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should note the following dates for the application and examination process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Application Begins | 1 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 October 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 11:59 PM on 26 October 2026 |
| Hall Ticket Availability | One week before the Screening Test |
| Screening Test Date | To be announced |
| Written Examination Date | To be announced |
| Viva Voce Date | To be announced |
AP High Court Civil Judge Apply Online 2026
The online application process for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 has started. Eligible candidates can submit their applications from 1 October to 26 October 2026 through the link below.
AP High Court Civil Judge Application Fee 2026
Candidates must pay the prescribed application processing and examination fee online.
| Category | Application and Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| Open Category | ₹1,500 |
| EWS | ₹1,500 |
| Backward Classes | ₹1,500 |
| SC/ST | ₹750 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | ₹750 |
AP High Court Civil Judge Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, age limit and other conditions applicable to their recruitment category.
Educational Qualification
The educational requirements differ for Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer.
| Recruitment Category | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Direct Recruitment | Law degree from a recognised university, subject to the qualification conditions specified in the notification. |
| Recruitment by Transfer | Law degree awarded by a university established by law in India, along with confirmed membership or approved probation in an eligible service category. |
AP High Court Civil Judge Age Limit 2026
The notification prescribes different upper age limits for Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer.
| Recruitment Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Direct Recruitment | 35 years |
| Recruitment by Transfer | 48 years |
Age Relaxation
The following relaxations are specified for Direct Recruitment:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| Backward Classes | 5 years |
| EWS | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Eligible Defence Service Candidates | Defence service period excluded while computing age, subject to the notification. |
AP High Court Civil Judge Selection Process 2026
The selection process for Civil Judge (Junior Division) consists of the following stages:
- Screening Test (Computer-Based Test)
- Written Examination
- Viva Voce
The Screening Test is conducted to shortlist candidates for the Written Examination. The marks obtained in the Screening Test will not be added to the marks obtained in the Written Examination or used to determine the final merit list.
AP High Court Civil Judge Exam Pattern 2026
The examination consists of a computer-based Screening Test followed by a Written Examination and Viva Voce.
Screening Test Exam Pattern
The Screening Test is conducted for shortlisting candidates for the Written Examination.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Question Type | Multiple-Choice Objective Questions |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 40% |
| Purpose | Shortlisting for the Written Examination |
Written Examination Pattern
The Written Examination consists of three papers. Each paper carries 100 marks and has a duration of three hours.
| Paper | Subject | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Civil Laws | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | Criminal Laws | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper III | English (Translation and Essay Writing) | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Total | — | 300 | — |
Paper III is divided into two parts:
- Part I: Translation – 40 marks. Candidates must translate passages from English to Telugu and Telugu to English.
- Part II: Essay Writing – 60 marks. Candidates must write an essay on a legal subject.
Viva Voce
The Viva Voce carries 50 marks. Candidates who remain absent from the Viva Voce will be disqualified from the selection process.
Qualified candidates will be called for Viva Voce in the ratio of 1:3 of the available vacancies in the respective categories, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
AP High Court Civil Judge Syllabus 2026
The AP High Court Civil Judge Syllabus 2026 covers Civil Laws, Criminal Laws and English (Translation and Essay Writing).
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Civil Laws | CPC, Contract Act, Hindu Laws, Transfer of Property Act, Specific Relief Act, Limitation Act and Evidence Laws |
| Criminal Laws | IPC, CrPC, BNS, BNSS, Evidence Laws, Negotiable Instruments Act and other relevant criminal laws |
| English | Translation from English to Telugu and Telugu to English, and essay writing on legal subjects |
AP High Court Civil Judge Salary 2026
Candidates selected for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division) will receive a pay scale of ₹77,840 to ₹1,36,520.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Pay Scale | ₹77,840–₹1,36,520 |
| Training Period | 1 Year |
| Subsequent Law Clerkship | 1 Year |
| Regular Appointment | After successful completion of the prescribed training and Law Clerkship, subject to satisfactory evaluation |
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