The High Court of Delhi has released the Mains Admit Card for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Examination 2026. Candidates who cleared the preliminary examination and the pre result stage can now download their hall tickets for the Mains (Written) Examination scheduled on 10 and 11 October 2026. 📢
A total of 27 Higher Judicial Service posts are to be filled through this recruitment. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card to the examination centre along with a valid photo ID.
Table of Contents
- Overview
- Vacancy Details
- Eligibility Criteria
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- How to Download the Admit Card
- Important Links
Overview
The Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Examination 2026 is conducted by the High Court of Delhi for selection to 27 posts in the J-5 pay scale of ₹1,44,840 – ₹1,94,660. The selection process has three stages: a Preliminary (objective) Examination, the Mains (Written) Examination, and a Viva-Voce (interview). The final merit list is prepared on the basis of the Mains Examination and Viva-Voce scores.
The preliminary examination was held on 26 July 2026 and its result was declared on 14 August 2026. The Mains admit card is now available for download, and the Mains written examination will take place on 10–11 October 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 17 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 |
| Total | 27 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: LL.B. degree from a recognized university.
- Professional Experience: Minimum 7 years of continuous practice as an Advocate; the candidate must be enrolled as an advocate with a Bar Council in India.
- Age Limit (as on 15 July 2026): Minimum 35 years, maximum 45 years. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Pre Result Declaration | 14 August 2026 |
| Mains Admit Card Release | 05 October 2026 |
| Mains (Written) Examination | 10 – 11 October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 |
The fee is payable online through debit card, credit card, net banking, IMPS, or mobile wallet.
How to Download the Admit Card
- Visit the official website of the High Court of Delhi.
- Go to the Public Notices / Recruitment / Job Openings section.
- Find the notice for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Mains Examination 2026.
- Click on the Mains Admit Card download link.
- Log in with your Registration Number / Roll Number and Password or Date of Birth.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout for the examination days.
Verify your name, roll number, exam centre, date, and shift timing on the admit card. Report any discrepancy to the Delhi High Court authorities before the examination date.
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