AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 119 Posts, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has released the AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Notification for 119 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.

According to Notification No. 118/2026-RC dated 25 September 2026, the recruitment will be conducted through Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer. Out of the total 119 vacancies, 96 posts are available under Direct Recruitment and 23 posts under Recruitment by Transfer.

The online application process started on 1 October 2026. The last date to apply has been extended to 30 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Eligible law graduates and qualified employees working in specified judicial and legal departments can apply for these prestigious judicial positions.

Candidates interested in AP High Court Jobs 2026 should check the notification for complete details regarding educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection procedure, salary and important dates before submitting the online application.

AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Vacancy Details

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has announced 119 vacancies for Civil Judge (Junior Division). These vacancies are divided into Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer categories.

Vacancy Details – Direct Recruitment (96 Posts)

Vacancy Details – Recruitment by Transfer (23 Posts)

Reservations for women and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are applicable as specified in the official notification and relevant government rules.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualifications and other eligibility requirements to apply for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026.

1. Educational Qualification for Direct Recruitment

• Candidates must possess a Degree in Law.
• The Law Degree must have been obtained within the preceding one year as on the date of notification.
• Applicants must have good character and must not suffer from any physical or other infirmity that makes them unsuitable for appointment.
• Direct Recruitment is intended for candidates who are not already in the service of the Central or State Government.

2. Educational Qualification for Recruitment by Transfer

• Candidates must possess a Law Degree from a university established by law in India.
• Applicants must be confirmed members or approved probationers in the eligible categories of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, District Judiciary, Prosecution Services, Law Department or other specified government legal offices.
• Candidates facing disciplinary charges or those who have undergone or are undergoing punishment for irregularities in the discharge of their duties are not eligible.

Eligible employees include specified officers and staff such as Section Officers, Court Officers, Assistants, Senior Assistants, Junior Assistants, Stenographers, Assistant Public Prosecutors and other designated personnel mentioned in the official notification.

Important: Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transfer have different eligibility conditions. Candidates should carefully check the relevant category before applying.

Age Limit

The age limit will be calculated as on 1 September 2026.

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is available for eligible reserved-category candidates as follows:

• SC/ST candidates: 5 years.
• Backward Class candidates: 5 years.
• EWS candidates: 5 years.
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 years.
• Eligible Ex-Servicemen: Defence service period will be excluded while calculating age, subject to the notification conditions.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed age-relaxation provisions.

Salary

Candidates selected for the Civil Judge (Junior Division) post will receive an attractive pay scale along with applicable service benefits.

Training and Law Clerkship

Selected candidates will initially be designated as Trainee Judicial Officers.

• Training Period: Candidates will undergo one year of training at the Judicial Academy.
• Training Emoluments: A fixed amount equivalent to one-half of the remuneration payable to a Civil Judge (Junior Division), along with applicable trainee facilities and benefits.
• Law Clerkship: After completing training, candidates must undergo one year of structured Law Clerkship.
• Regular Appointment: Following satisfactory evaluation and completion of the prescribed requirements, candidates may be appointed to the regular post with the applicable pay scale and service benefits.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the prescribed application and examination fee through online mode.

Payment Mode: Online.

The application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including rejection of the application or cancellation of the recruitment notification.

Note: The reduced fee for SC/ST candidates is subject to the conditions specified in the notification, including recognition of the community in Andhra Pradesh.

Important Dates

Last Date Extended: The original application deadline of 10 November 2026 has been extended to 30 November 2026. Candidates should complete the application process before the revised deadline.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of three major stages:

1. Screening Test (Computer-Based Test)
2. Written Examination
3. Viva Voce (Interview)

1. Screening Test

The Screening Test will be conducted through computer-based mode.

Candidates securing at least 40% marks will be shortlisted in the ratio of 1:10 of the available vacancies for the Written Examination, subject to the notification conditions.

Screening Test marks will not be added to the final merit list.

2. Written Examination

Candidates shortlisted in the Screening Test will be required to appear for the Written Examination.

Candidates must answer the examination in English, except for the prescribed translation exercise.

Paper-III Structure:

• Translation: 40 Marks, including translation from English to Telugu and Telugu to English.
• Essay Writing: 60 Marks, based on legal subjects.

Candidates must secure at least 40% marks in each part of Paper-III. However, Paper-III marks will not be counted for final selection or eligibility for Viva Voce.

Minimum Qualifying Marks in Written Examination

3. Viva Voce

Candidates qualifying in the Written Examination will be called for Viva Voce.

• Total Marks: 50.
• Candidates will be shortlisted in the ratio of 1:3 of the available vacancies in the respective categories.
• Absence from Viva Voce will result in disqualification.
• Final selection will be based on the prescribed written examination and Viva Voce marks.

Final Merit Criteria

The minimum aggregate marks required in the Written Examination and Viva Voce are:

Provisional selection will also be subject to verification of candidates’ antecedents and original certificates.

Syllabus

Candidates preparing for the Civil Judge examination should focus on Civil Laws, Criminal Laws and English.

Civil Laws

Important subjects include:

• Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
• Indian Contract Act, 1872.
• Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.
• Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
• Indian Easements Act, 1882.
• Specific Relief Act, 1963.
• Limitation Act, 1963.
• Transfer of Property Act, 1882.
• Civil Rules of Practice.
• Registration Act, 1908.
• Indian Stamp Act, 1899.
• Andhra Pradesh Land Encroachment Act, 1905.
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872.
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.

Criminal Laws

Important subjects include:

• Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872.
• Indian Penal Code, 1860.
• Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023.
• Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
• Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
• Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005.
• Criminal Rules of Practice.
• Andhra Pradesh Excise Act, 1968.
• Andhra Pradesh Gaming Act, 1974.
• Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.
• Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
• Information Technology Act, 2000.
• POCSO Act, 2012.
• Andhra Pradesh Forest Act, 1967.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete and authoritative syllabus.

Exam Centres

The Screening Test is proposed to be conducted at the following examination centres:

1. Guntur
2. Kurnool
3. Rajahmundry (Rajamahendravaram)
4. Tirupati
5. Vijayawada
6. Visakhapatnam

Candidates must select three examination centres in order of preference while submitting their applications.

The High Court reserves the right to allot a different examination centre for administrative reasons. Requests for changing the allotted centre will not be entertained.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying.

Documents for Direct Recruitment

• Date of Birth Certificate or SSC Certificate.
• Law Degree Certificate.
• Community Certificate, wherever applicable.
• Latest Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for BC candidates, issued in 2025 or 2026.
• Latest EWS Certificate for eligible EWS candidates, issued in 2025 or 2026.
• Medical Board Certificate for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.
• Discharge Certificate for eligible Ex-Servicemen.

Additional Documents for Recruitment by Transfer

• Proof of declaration of probation.
• Employer’s proceedings permitting the Law Degree course after entering service.
• Latest Service and Conduct Certificate.
• No Objection Certificate from the employer, to be submitted at the time of original certificate verification.

Candidates should ensure that all uploaded documents are correct and comply with the prescribed requirements.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following the steps below.

1. Visit the official website of the Andhra Pradesh High Court at https://aphc.gov.in.
2. Open the AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 notification and the online application link.
3. Read the official notification carefully.
4. Select the appropriate recruitment category: Direct Recruitment or Recruitment by Transfer.
5. Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational and professional details.
6. Select three preferred Screening Test examination centres in order of preference.
7. Upload the required certificates and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
8. Pay the applicable application and examination fee through an online payment mode.
9. Review the application carefully before final submission.
10. Submit the application before 30 November 2026.
11. Download and save the submitted application form and payment confirmation for future reference.

Important Instructions:

• Applications are accepted through online mode only.
• Candidates cannot edit their options or replace documents after submission.
• Original certificates must be produced when called for verification.
• Candidates should regularly visit the official website for examination updates and notifications.
• No separate communication will be sent to unsuccessful candidates.

Important Links

Candidates are advised to download and read the official notification before submitting their applications. Use the official application portal linked from the High Court website to complete the registration process.

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