AP High Court District Judge Notification 2026: 30 Posts

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has released the District Judge Notification 2026 for 30 vacancies through a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE). The recruitment is for eligible Civil Judges (Senior Division). The notification contains eligibility conditions, screening test, written examination, viva voce, documents, and the application deadline.

Andhra Pradesh High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026

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Andhra Pradesh High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026: Overview

AP High Court District Judge Vacancy 2026

A total of 30 District Judge vacancies have been notified. The category-wise distribution mentioned in the notification is:

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Important Dates for District Judge LDCE 2026

Application Fee

The notification does not specify an application fee for this recruitment.

Therefore, candidates should follow the instructions given in the official notification and application process. No separate fee payment deadline is mentioned in the notification.

AP High Court District Judge Eligibility 2026

The recruitment is not an open recruitment for general applicants. It is specifically for eligible Civil Judges (Senior Division) through the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination.

Service Qualification

A candidate must:

• Have put in at least 3 years of qualifying service as Civil Judge (Senior Division) by 31 March 2026.
• Have 7 years of total service, including service rendered as Civil Judge (Junior Division) and Civil Judge (Senior Division).
• Have completed 35 years of age as on 1 September 2026.
• Fulfil the other conditions prescribed under the applicable Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service and Cadre Rules, 2026.

Disqualification

Certain Civil Judges (Senior Division) are not eligible, including officers who have committed copying or misconduct during the relevant examination, have been convicted in a criminal case or compulsorily retired/dismissed/removed, or have been found guilty of doubtful integrity. A Civil Judge facing charges or disciplinary proceedings may also be ineligible as specified in the notification.

Documents Required

Candidates need to submit the documents prescribed with the application, including:

• Certificate showing date of birth
• Community certificate, wherever applicable
• Service Certificate in the Civil Judge (Senior Division) cadre
• Service Certificate in the Civil Judge (Junior Division) cadre
• Relevant appointment/promotion records
• Original certificates for verification when required

The notification specifically states that candidates should produce original certificates on the day of the Viva Voce for verification; failure to produce the required certificates may result in rejection.

District Judge LDCE 2026 Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

Screening Test → Written Examination → Viva Voce → Final Selection

1. Screening Test

If the High Court receives applications in sufficient numbers, it may conduct a Computer Based Screening Test consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions.

• Duration: 90 minutes
• Candidates securing 40% or above will be shortlisted.
• Shortlisting will be at a ratio of 1:10 of the available vacancies.
• The screening test marks will not be added to the written examination merit.

2. Written Examination

The written examination consists of three papers, with each paper carrying 100 marks and having a duration of 3 hours.

Paper III consists of English Translation for 40 marks and Essay Writing for 60 marks.

Minimum Marks

Candidates must secure:

• At least 55% marks in Paper I
• At least 55% marks in Paper II
• At least 60% aggregate marks in the written examination

Candidates meeting the required written-examination criteria are considered for the Viva Voce.

3. Viva Voce

The Viva Voce carries 50 marks. Candidates who qualify in the written examination are called for the interview stage according to the prescribed ratio.

For final selection, candidates must secure at least 60% aggregate marks in the written examination and Viva Voce.

District Judge Exam Syllabus 2026

The notification provides separate syllabi for Civil Law and Criminal Law.

Civil Law includes:

• Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
• Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013
• Tenancy Laws
• Constitution of India
• Transfer of Property Act
• Indian Contract Act
• Motor Vehicles Act
• Specific Relief Act
• Family Courts Act
• Indian Easements Act
• Limitation Act
• Patents Act
• Copyright Act
• Trade Marks Act
• Registration Act
• Sale of Goods Act
• Guardian and Wards Act
• Indian Trusts Act, among others.

Criminal Law includes:

• Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872
• Indian Penal Code, 1860
• Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
• Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
• Prevention of Corruption Act
• Protection of Civil Rights Act
• SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act
• Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act
• A.P. Excise Act
• A.P. Prohibition Act
• Juvenile Justice Act
• Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act and other listed laws.

Andhra Pradesh District Judge Salary 2026

The District Judge post carries a pay scale of Rs 1,44,840 to Rs 1,94,660 as mentioned on the first page of the official notification.

The notification does not provide a separate detailed breakdown of allowances in the supplied document. Therefore, additional salary components should be checked from the applicable service rules.

How to Apply for AP High Court District Judge LDCE 2026

Eligible candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official High Court of Andhra Pradesh website: aphc.gov.in.
2. Read the Notification No. 365/2026-RC carefully.
3. Download/obtain the prescribed application proforma.
4. Fill in all required personal, service and category details.
5. Attach the required certificates and documents.
6. Enclose the hall ticket-cum-identity card in original and duplicate as prescribed.
7. Attach attested copies of the relevant appointment/promotion and service records.
8. SC/ST candidates should attach the prescribed caste certificate.
9. Sign the application wherever required.
10. Submit the completed application to the office of the concerned Principal District Judge.
11. Ensure that the application reaches the concerned office by 5:00 PM on 15 October 2026.

The notification clearly states that late applications will be summarily rejected.

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FAQs – AP High Court District Judge Notification 2026

1. How many vacancies are available in AP High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026?

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh has notified 30 District Judge vacancies through the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination.

2. Who can apply for District Judge LDCE 2026?

Eligible Civil Judges (Senior Division) who satisfy the prescribed service and age requirements can apply. Candidates need at least 3 years of qualifying service as Civil Judge (Senior Division) and 7 years of total service as specified in the notification.

3. What is the last date for AP High Court District Judge application 2026?

The completed application must reach the concerned Principal District Judge's office by 5:00 PM on 15 October 2026.

4. What is the District Judge LDCE exam pattern 2026?

The selection may include a 100-question screening test, followed by a written examination of three 100-mark papers and a 50-mark Viva Voce.

5. What is the salary of an Andhra Pradesh District Judge in 2026?

The notification specifies the District Judge pay scale as Rs 1,44,840–Rs 1,94,660.