Patna High Court District Judge (PHC) has issued a re‑open notice for the recruitment of Patna High Court District Judges (Entry Level). A total of eight posts are available and the application window opens on 21 July 2026.
Candidates must submit their online applications before 28 July 2026 and pay the requisite fee by 30 July 2026. All details are available on the official Patna High Court website.
PHC District Judge (Entry Level) Recruitment 2026 : Short Details
Patna High Court District Judge (Entry Level) Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Patna High Court (PHC) |
| Post Name | District Judge (Entry Level) |
| Advertisement No. | PHC/02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 08 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Post Category | Latest Sarkari Jobs |
| Official Website | patnahighcourt.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Re-Open | 21 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2026 Extended |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 30 July 2026 |
| Online Apply Start Date (original) | 16 April 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date (original) | 25 May 2026 |
Patna High Court District Judge (Entry Level) Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
|---|---|
| District Judge (Entry Level) | 08 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC/EWS | ₹ 1500/- |
| SC/ST | ₹ 750/- |
Payment Mode: Online
Age Limit (As on 15 May 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 35 Years |
| Maximum Age | 50 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Age relaxation as per Patna High Court Examination 2026 |
Educational Qualification
Eligibility requires a minimum of seven years of practising advocacy and participation in at least 24 cases per year for the last three years, in line with the Patna High Court Rules and Supreme Court guidelines. The age limit is 35 to 50 years as on 15 May 2026, with relaxation as stipulated by the court.
Selection Process
- Pre/Mains Exam
- Interview
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
Documents Required
- Recent passport size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Educational qualification certificates
- Caste / category certificate (if applicable)
- Date of birth proof (10th certificate)
- Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)
- Application fee payment proof
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum 7 years of practice as an advocate and participation in at least 24 cases per year during the last three years, as per Patna High Court Rules and Supreme Court guidelines.
Age Relaxation
Relaxation as per Patna High Court Examination 2026 guidelines for reserved categories.
How to Apply for Patna High Court District Judge (Entry Level) Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the Patna High Court official website.
- Click the “Apply Online” link provided in the important links section.
- Fill in the online application form with all required details.
- Upload the necessary documents and pay the application fee through the available online modes.
- Submit the application before 28 July 2026.
Important Links
Patna High Court District Judge (Entry Level) Recruitment 2026 FAQs
The last date to apply for the District Judge (Entry Level) recruitment is 28 July 2026.
A total of 08 posts are advertised for the District Judge (Entry Level) position.
The fee is ₹ 1500 for UR/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹ 750 for SC/ST candidates.
Applicants must be between 35 and 50 years old as on 15 May 2026.
Candidates need a minimum of seven years of practice as an advocate and must have handled at least 24 cases per year during the last three years.
The selection consists of a Pre/Mains exam, followed by an interview, medical examination and document verification.
Apply online via the official Patna High Court website, fill the form, pay the fee online and submit before 28 July 2026.