AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 : The High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has officially released Notification No. 118/2026-RC dated 25-09-2026 for the recruitment of 119 Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service. Out of the 119 vacancies, 96 posts are available under Direct Recruitment and 23 posts under Recruitment by Transfer.
Eligible candidates and law graduates can submit their online applications via the official AP High Court portal at aphc.gov.in between 01-10-2026 and 26-10-2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati (AP High Court) |
| Notification No. | 118/2026-RC |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Total Vacancies | 119 Posts (96 Direct Recruitment + 23 Recruitment by Transfer) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Rs. 77,840 – Rs. 1,36,520 |
| Qualification | Degree in Law (LL.B.) |
| Age Limit (as on 01-09-2026) | Max 35 years (Direct Recruitment) / Max 48 years (Recruitment by Transfer) |
| Application Opening Date | 01-10-2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 26-10-2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | aphc.gov.in |
AP High Court Civil Judge 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Release Date | 25-09-2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 01-10-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 26-10-2026 (up to 11:59 PM) |
| Download of Screening Test Hall Tickets | One week prior to the exam |
| Screening Test Date (Computer Based) | To be notified |
| Release of Answer Key & Response Sheet | Within 1 week from the date of Screening Test |
AP High Court Civil Judge Vacancy Details
A total of 119 posts of Civil Judge (Junior Division) are being filled across two categories:
1. Direct Recruitment (96 Posts)
- Open Competition (OC): 39 Posts (13 for Women; 1 Low Vision, 1 Hard of Hearing, 1 Locomotor Disability, 1 Intellectual Disability/Mental Illness)
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 9 Posts (3 for Women)
- Backward Class (Group-A): 7 Posts (2 for Women)
- Backward Class (Group-B): 10 Posts (3 for Women)
- Backward Class (Group-C): 1 Post
- Backward Class (Group-D): 6 Posts (2 for Women)
- Backward Class (Group-E): 4 Posts (1 for Woman)
- SC Group-I: 1 Post
- SC Group-II: 7 Posts (2 for Women)
- SC Group-III: 6 Posts (2 for Women)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 6 Posts (2 for Women)
2. Recruitment by Transfer (23 Posts)
- Open Competition (OC): 18 Posts
- SC Group-I: 1 Post
- SC Group-III: 1 Post
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 3 Posts
AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
Educational Qualification
Direct Recruitment: Candidates must possess a Degree in Law (LL.B.) obtained within the preceding one year as on the date of notification (pursuant to the judgment in Bhumika Trust Vs. Union of India and others, Writ Petition (Civil) No. 1110/2025 dated 21-08-2026).
Recruitment by Transfer: Applicants must possess a Degree in Law from a recognized university and be a confirmed member or approved probationer in eligible categories across the High Court, District Judiciary, Prosecution Services, Law Department Secretariat, or Advocate General's Office in AP.
Age Limit (as on 01-09-2026)
Direct Recruitment: Maximum 35 years.
SC / ST / BC / EWS: Relaxation of 5 years.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Relaxation of 10 years.
Ex-Servicemen: Period of service rendered in the Defence Services is excluded.
Recruitment by Transfer: Maximum 48 years.
Selection Process
The selection for AP High Court Civil Judge consists of three progressive stages:
- Screening Test (Computer-Based Test): Objective screening test to shortlist candidates for the main examination.
- Written Examination: Subjective exam evaluating legal knowledge, drafting, and analytical ability.
- Viva-Voce (Interview): Personal interview to test suitability, personality, and professional aptitude.
Salary & Training Emoluments
Regular Pay Scale: Rs. 77,840 – Rs. 1,36,520 (for Civil Judge - Junior Division).
Year 1 (Training Period): Selected candidates are designated as "Trainee Judicial Officers" at the Judicial Academy and receive a fixed stipend equal to 50% of regular Civil Judge remuneration.
Year 2 (Law Clerkship): One year of structured Law Clerkship (6 months under Principal District/Sessions Judge and 6 months under a High Court Judge) with the same emoluments
Regularization: Upon satisfactory evaluation reports, trainees are appointed to regular posts with full pay scale and benefits.
Application Fee an Payement
| Category | Fee Amount |
| Open Category (OC) / EWS / BC Candidates | Rs. 1,500/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates (Bonafide AP Residents) | Rs. 750/- |
- Payment Mode: Online gateway only. Fees are non-refundable.
How to Apply for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh at aphc.gov.in.
- Click on the recruitment section and select Civil Judge (Junior Division) Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the initial registration with your basic details, mobile number, and email ID.
- Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and service details.
- Upload the required scanned documents, photo, and signature in the prescribed formats.
- Pay the application fee online using net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
- Verify all details before final submission and download the printable copy of the application form for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply online for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit online applications on the official portal (
aphc.gov.in) is 26 October 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).Q2: How many total vacancies are announced in Notification No. 118/2026-RC?
Ans: A total of 119 vacancies of Civil Judge (Junior Division) are announced, including 96 posts for Direct Recruitment and 23 posts for Recruitment by Transfer.
Q3: What is the age limit for AP High Court Civil Judge Direct Recruitment 2026?
Ans: For Direct Recruitment, the maximum age limit is 35 years as on 01-09-2026 (with age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS and 10 years for PwBD candidates).
Q4: What is the pay scale for a Civil Judge (Junior Division) in Andhra Pradesh?
Ans: The regular pay scale is Rs. 77,840 - Rs. 1,36,520. During the initial two-year training and clerkship period, Trainee Judicial Officers receive 50% of the regular emoluments.
Q5: What is the selection procedure for AP High Court Civil Judges?
Ans: Candidates are selected based on three stages: a Computer-Based Screening Test, a Written Examination, and a Viva-Voce (Interview).
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