AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026: 119 Vacancies, Apply by November 30

Andhra Pradesh High Court extends the Civil Judge recruitment 2026 deadline to November 30 for 119 Junior Division vacancies.

By News National Editorial Team

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh has extended the application deadline for its 2026 Civil Judge (Junior Division) recruitment, providing additional time for eligible law graduates and serving government legal personnel to apply for 119 vacancies.

According to the latest recruitment notice published on November 6, candidates can now submit their online applications until November 30, 2026. The extension gives prospective applicants additional time to complete the application process and arrange the necessary supporting documents.

The recruitment is being conducted by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh for Civil Judge (Junior Division) positions in the state's judicial service.

119 Civil Judge vacancies announced

The recruitment notification, numbered 118/2026-RC and dated September 25, 2026, covers a total of 119 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies.

Of these, 96 positions are available through direct recruitment, while 23 vacancies are reserved for recruitment by transfer from eligible serving personnel.

The recruitment is an important opportunity for law graduates seeking careers in the judicial system and for eligible government employees who meet the prescribed conditions.

The original application deadline was October 26. The High Court subsequently extended the deadline to November 10 through an October 16 notification. The latest notice, issued on November 6, provides another extension until November 30.

Who can apply?

Candidates interested in direct recruitment must satisfy the educational qualifications, age requirements and other eligibility conditions specified in the original notification.

Applicants should carefully examine the recruitment rules before submitting their applications.

The recruitment by transfer category is intended for eligible personnel already serving in specified government and judicial positions who meet the prescribed legal qualifications and service conditions.

Candidates should not assume that meeting the educational qualification alone guarantees eligibility. The official notification contains the detailed conditions governing both recruitment categories.

Selection process

The selection process includes multiple stages designed to assess candidates' legal knowledge, analytical ability and suitability for judicial responsibilities.

The process includes:

• Computer-based screening examination.

• Written examinations covering prescribed legal subjects.

• English language assessment.

• Viva voce examination.

The screening examination is intended to shortlist candidates for subsequent stages. Applicants should refer to the official notification for the examination pattern, qualifying requirements and detailed syllabus.

Why the recruitment matters

The judicial system plays an essential role in protecting constitutional rights, resolving disputes and ensuring access to justice.

Civil Judges handle important matters involving civil disputes, legal remedies and other judicial responsibilities within their jurisdiction.

Filling judicial vacancies can support the functioning of courts and improve the availability of judicial services.

The recruitment also creates professional opportunities for qualified law graduates, particularly those seeking public service careers.

Applicants advised to use the official portal

Candidates should complete the application process through the High Court's official recruitment website and carefully verify their personal information, educational details and supporting documents.

The November 30 deadline is the latest announced date for the 119 Civil Judge vacancies. Applicants should also distinguish this recruitment from separate District Judge recruitment notifications, which have different application deadlines.

The High Court's November 6 notice confirms the extension. Candidates should monitor the official website for further announcements concerning examinations, admit cards and subsequent selection stages.

Official source: High Court of Andhra Pradesh – Recruitment Notifications, November 6, 2026.

Official application website: High Court of Andhra Pradesh