AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Overview
The High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has published Notification No.118/2026-RC dated 25.09.2026 inviting online applications for 119 vacancies for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service. Out of these, 96 vacancies are allocated for Direct Recruitment and 23 vacancies are for Recruitment by Transfer. The pay scale for the post is Rs. 77840 - 136520. Candidates can submit their applications online through the official website aphc.gov.in.
Vacancy Details and Categories
The recruitment covers 96 posts under Direct Recruitment for various categories including Open Competition, EWS, Backward Classes, SC, and ST, with specific reservations for women and persons with benchmark disabilities. Under Recruitment by Transfer, 23 posts are available across Open Competition, SC Group-I, SC Group-III, and ST for eligible departmental employees.
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit
For direct recruitment, applicants must have obtained a Law Degree preceding one year as on the date of notification and possess good character without disqualifications. For recruitment by transfer, applicants must hold a degree in law and be a confirmed member or approved probationer in specified categories of the Andhra Pradesh district judiciary, secretariat, or legislative departments. For direct recruitment, applicants must not complete 35 years of age as on 01.09.2026, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories and benchmark disabilities. For recruitment by transfer, applicants must not complete 48 years of age as on 01.09.2026.
Application Fee
Applicants under Open Competition, EWS, and BC categories must pay an application processing and examination fee of Rs. 1500/-. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are required to pay Rs. 750/-.
Selection Process and Examination
The selection process includes a Screening Test (Computer Based Test) carrying 100 marks for short-listing candidates in a 1:10 ratio, followed by a Written Examination comprising three papers (Civil Laws, Criminal Laws, and English Translation and Essay Writing) carrying 100 marks each, and a Viva Voce test carrying 50 marks. Minimum aggregate marks and paper-wise qualifying standards apply for different categories.
How to Apply
- Visit the official High Court website at aphc.gov.in.
- Access the online application portal between 01.10.2026 and 26.10.2026.
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned copies of required certificates including birth/SSC, law degree, community certificates, and category-specific documents.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online.
- Submit the final application and take a printout for future verification.
Important Dates
| Label | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for submission of online application | 01.10.2026 |
| Closing Date for submission of online application | 26.10.2026 |
| Download of Hall Tickets for Screening Test | Before one week of the Screening Test |
| Date of Screening Test (Computer based test) | Will be Notified in due course |
| Placing of Question Paper and Preliminary Key/Response Sheet | Within one week from the date of the Screening Test |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Count |
|---|---|
| Direct Recruitment - Open Competition | 39 |
| Direct Recruitment - Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 9 |
| Direct Recruitment - Backward Class (Group-A) | 7 |
| Direct Recruitment - Backward Class (Group-B) | 10 |
| Direct Recruitment - Backward Class (Group-C) | 1 |
| Direct Recruitment - Backward Class (Group-D) | 6 |
| Direct Recruitment - Backward Class (Group-E) | 4 |
| Direct Recruitment - SC Group-I | 1 |
| Direct Recruitment - SC Group-II | 7 |
| Direct Recruitment - SC Group-III | 6 |
| Direct Recruitment - ST | 6 |
| Recruitment by Transfer - Open Competition | 18 |
| Recruitment by Transfer - SC Group-I | 1 |
| Recruitment by Transfer - SC Group-III | 1 |
| Recruitment by Transfer - ST | 3 |
Eligibility
- Must have obtained a Law Degree preceding one year as on the date of notification for direct recruitment.
- Must possess a Degree in law and be a confirmed member or approved probationer in specified categories for recruitment by transfer.
- Must be a citizen of India and have good character.
Age Limit
For direct recruitment: Must not complete 35 years as on 01.09.2026 (relaxations apply for SC, ST, BC, EWS and PwBD). For recruitment by transfer: Must not complete 48 years as on 01.09.2026.
Salary
Rs.77840 - 136520
Application Fee
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Open Category / EWS / BC | Rs. 1500/- |
| SC / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | Rs. 750/- |
Selection Process
- Screening Test (Computer Based Test) for 100 marks
- Written Examination consisting of three papers for 100 marks each
- Viva Voce test for 50 marks
How to Apply
- Visit the High Court website at aphc.gov.in.
- Access the online application portal during the application window.
- Complete the registration and fill out the online application form.
- Upload required documents and certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application and retain a copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies announced in AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
A total of 119 posts have been announced, comprising 96 for Direct Recruitment and 23 for Recruitment by Transfer.
What are the online application dates for AP High Court Civil Judge 2026?
The online application portal is available from 01.10.2026 to 26.10.2026 upto 11.59 P.M.
What is the application fee for Open Category candidates in AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment?
Candidates under Open Category, EWS, and BC categories must pay Rs. 1500/-.
What is the age limit for Direct Recruitment of Civil Judge in AP High Court?
Applicants applying under Direct Recruitment shall not complete 35 years of age as on the first day of September, 2026 (01.09.2026), with relaxations for reserved categories.
Where should the candidates apply for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official website of the High Court at https://aphc.gov.in.
Details are compiled from official notices. Always confirm eligibility, dates and fees on the official website before applying. Jankari Portal never charges any fee.