Patna High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 08 Posts
The Patna High Court (Bihar) has officially released the recruitment notification for the post of District Judge (Entry Level). Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website. This is a prestigious opportunity for legal professionals to join the Bihar Superior Judicial Service.
Detailed information regarding important dates, application fees, eligibility criteria, and the selection process is provided below.
Patna High Court District Judge 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 16 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | To Be Notified |
| Admit Card Availability | Before the Exam |
Application Fee Details
Candidates must pay the application fee online using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, IMPS, or Mobile Wallets.
UR / OBC / EWS: ₹ 1500/-
SC / ST: ₹ 750/-
Age Limit (as of 15 May 2026)
The age criteria for candidates applying for the District Judge post are as follows:
Minimum Age: 35 Years
Maximum Age: 50 Years
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per Patna High Court recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
There are a total of 08 vacancies for the District Judge (Entry Level) position.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
| District Judge (Entry Level) | 08 | 1. Minimum 7 years of continuous practice as an Advocate. 2. Must have appeared in at least 24 cases per year during the last 3 years. 3. Must follow Supreme Court and Patna High Court guidelines. |
How to Fill Patna High Court District Judge Online Form 2026
Follow these steps to complete your registration successfully:
Visit the Official Website: Go to the official Patna High Court portal.
Notification: Read the Official Notification carefully to verify your eligibility.
Registration: Click on the "Apply Online" link for District Judge Recruitment.
Details: Fill in your personal, educational, and professional experience details.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required legal certificates.
Payment: Pay the application fee based on your category.
Submit: Review all details and submit the form. Take a printout for future reference.
Note: Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification regarding the specific requirements for "Advocate Practice" certificates before applying.
Important Links
Apply Online: [Click Here]
Download Official Notification: [Click Here]
Official Website: [Patna High Court Official Site]

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