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Patna High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 8 Posts
PHCPatna High Court🕐 Updated: 18/04/2026 - 06:00 PM⏳ Last Date: 15-05-2026
Patna High Court (PHC), Bihar has released an official notification for recruitment to the post of District Judge (Entry Level) for 08 vacancies through Direct from Bar Exam 2026. All eligible citizens can fill application form on the official Patna High Court website patnahighcourt.gov.in from 16th April 2026 to till the application last date 15th May 2026 for District Judge (Entry Level) Exam 2026.
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 16-04-2026
- Application Last Date: 15-05-2026
- Upload Photo, Signature & Declaration Written: 22-05-2026
💳 Application Fee
- SC/ ST/ OH Candidates: Rs.750/-
- All Other Candidates: Rs.1500/-
- The payment can be made by using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking.
👤 Age Limit
- Age as on the date of application.
- Minimum Age: 35 Years
- Maximum Age: 50 Years
- (For Age Relaxation See Notification.)
📋 Total Post
08
Total Vacancies
District Judge Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2026
Any candidate who has completed 7 years or more of continuous practice as an Advocate/ Pleader including Government Pleaders and Public Prosecutors on the date of application and who give declaration of appearance in at least 24 cases per year in the last three years; shall be eligible for consideration for such appointment. Candidates qualifying the Written Test shall be required to give declaration of appearance in atleast 24 cases per year in the last 3 years preceding the year of advertisement which is 2025-26.
Patna High Court District Judge Vacancy 2026 Details
| Post Name | Total Post | Pay Scale |
|---|
| District Judge (Entry Level) | 08 | Rs.1,44,840 - 1,94,660/- Level J-5 |
📋 Application Steps
Follow these verified steps to fill out the Patna High Court online form:
1Click on the verified "Apply Online" link in the official links section below.
2Complete registration on the official portal with your active email and mobile number.
3Log in using your generated Registration ID and Password.
4Fill in personal, category, and academic qualification details carefully.
5Upload scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and educational marksheets.
6Preview all entered details thoroughly before final confirmation.
7Pay the online application fee (if applicable) and download the submission receipt.
📁 Required Documents
Ensure you have the following ready before applying:
✓Photo IdentityValid Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport
✓Academic CertificatesClass 10th, 12th & Graduation/Diploma Marksheets
✓Category ProofValid SC / ST / OBC / EWS certificate (if claiming quota)
✓Passport PhotographRecent color photo in JPG format (under 50 KB)
✓Candidate SignatureClear signature on white paper with dark ink
✓Contact InformationActive mobile number & email ID for OTP verification
🔗 Official Apply Online Links
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application start and last date for Patna High Court District Judge 2026?
The application process begins on 16th April 2026, and the last date to submit the online form is 15th May 2026.
What is the application fee for the Patna High Court District Judge vacancy?
The application fee is Rs. 750 for SC/ST/OH candidates and Rs. 1500 for all other categories.
What is the age limit for Patna High Court District Judge recruitment?
Candidates must be between 35 and 50 years of age as of the date of application. Age relaxation is applicable as per official notification norms.
What are the eligibility criteria for the District Judge post at Patna High Court?
Candidates must have at least 7 years of continuous practice as an Advocate and must provide a declaration of appearing in 24 cases per year for the last three years.
How many vacancies are available for the Patna High Court District Judge 2026 exam?
There are a total of 08 vacancies available for the District Judge (Entry Level) recruitment through the Direct from Bar Exam 2026.
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