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Patna High Court Recruitment for District Judge Positions: Apply by May 15, 2026

The Patna High Court is inviting applications for the District Judge (Entry Level) positions, with a deadline set for May 15, 2026. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including a law degree and advocacy experience. The application process is entirely online, and fees vary by category. Selected judges will earn a competitive salary. For detailed information on the application process and requirements, read the full article.
By Ambika Singh Apr 28, 2026, 10:44 IST
Patna High Court Recruitment for District Judge Positions: Apply by May 15, 2026

Patna High Court District Judge Recruitment Announcement



The Patna High Court is currently seeking applicants for the District Judge (Entry Level) positions. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can submit their applications online until May 15, 2026. Corrections to submitted applications will be accepted until May 22.


Applications must be completed exclusively online at the official website: patnahighcourt.gov.in. Any applications submitted through alternative methods will be rejected.


Eligibility Criteria for District Judge Applicants

To qualify for this recruitment, candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Law. Additionally, they should have a minimum of 7 years of advocacy experience, having managed at least 24 cases in the last three years of practice.


The age of applicants must be between 35 and 50 years. Relaxation in age limits is available for candidates from reserved categories, with age calculated as of May 15, 2026.


Application Fee Structure

Candidates are required to pay a specified application fee based on their category when submitting their application. The fee is ₹1,500 for General and OBC candidates, while SC/ST/PH candidates need to pay ₹750. Payment can be made using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.


Steps to Complete the Application Process

To apply, candidates should follow these steps:


1. Visit the official website: patnahighcourt.gov.in.


2. On the homepage, locate the "Notices Regarding Recruitment" section and click on the relevant link for this recruitment.


3. Click on the link titled "Apply For The Post Of District Judge (Entry Level), Direct From Bar - 2026."


4. Fill in all required details accurately in the application form.


5. Submit the application fee and print the completed application form.


Salary Information for Selected Candidates

Those selected for the District Judge roles will receive a monthly salary ranging from ₹144,840 to ₹194,660, as per the revised Pay Scale Level J-5. For more information, candidates should refer to the official notification.


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