Patna High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 - Date Extended
Patna High Court (Bihar) has released the official notification for the recruitment of District Judge (Entry Level) posts.
This recruitment drive is being conducted for 08 vacancies under Advertisement No. PHC/02/2026.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 16 April 2026 to 25 May 2026 and the last date has been extended.
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 16/04/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25/05/2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25/05/2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
| Note | Candidates are advised to confirm all details from the Patna High Court official website. |
Application Fee
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹ 1500/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 750/- |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
Age Limit (As on 15/05/2026)
| Minimum Age | 35 Years |
| Maximum Age | 50 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Extra as per Patna High Court Examination 2026 rules |
Total Vacancies
| Post Name | Total Post |
| District Judge (Entry Level) | 08 |
Vacancy Details / Eligibility
| Post Name |
Total |
Eligibility |
| District Judge (Entry Level) |
08 |
Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years of practice as an advocate and should have appeared in at least 24 cases per year during the last 3 years, as per Patna High Court Rules and Supreme Court guidelines. |
Mode Of Selection
| Selection Process |
Pre / Mains Exam, Interview, Medical Examination, Document Verification |
How To Apply Online
| Step 1 | Visit the official Patna High Court website. |
| Step 2 | Open the District Judge Recruitment 2026 online application link. |
| Step 3 | Complete the registration by entering personal, professional, and required advocate practice details. |
| Step 4 | Upload photograph, signature, and required supporting documents as instructed. |
| Step 5 | Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods. |
| Step 6 | Review the complete application form carefully before final submission. |
| Step 7 | Submit the application before 25 May 2026 and keep a printout for future reference. |
Important Links
Important Questions
Question: When did the online application for Patna High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 start?
Answer: The online application started on 16 April 2026. |
Question: What is the last date to apply online for Patna High Court District Judge 2026?
Answer: The last date for online application is 25 May 2026 and it was extended. |
Question: What is the age limit for Patna High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The minimum age is 35 years and the maximum age is 50 years as on 15 May 2026. |
Question: What is the eligibility for Patna High Court District Judge Vacancy 2026?
Answer: Candidates must have at least 7 years of practice as an advocate and should have appeared in at least 24 cases per year during the last 3 years, according to the notification rules. |
Question: What is the official website of Patna High Court?
Answer: http://patnahighcourt.gov.in/ |
