Patna High Court has released the official notification for the District Judge (Entry Level), Direct From Bar Exam-2026 Recruitment to fill 8 permanent District Judge posts through direct recruitment from eligible Advocates and Judicial Officers. This is a prestigious judiciary opportunity for candidates with 7 years or more of legal practice or judicial service, offering a high-level pay scale under Level J-5 of the judicial pay matrix.
The online application process will begin on 16 April 2026 and will remain open until 15 May 2026, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced legal professionals seeking senior-level government judiciary jobs.
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Patna High Court |
| Post Name | District Judge (Entry Level), Direct From Bar Exam-2026 |
| No of Posts | 8 |
| Qualification | Advocates/Judicial Officers with 7 years of practice or more. |
| Age Limit | Min: 35 years, Max: 50 years |
| Last Date | 15-05-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Permanent |
Patna High Court Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download Patna High Court Job 2026 Notification PDF
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| District Judge (Entry Level), Direct from Bar Exam-2026 | 3 |
| District Judge (Entry Level), Direct from Bar Exam-2023 | 4 |
| District Judge (Entry Level), Direct from Bar Exam-2021 | 1 |
| Total | 8 |
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Advocate/Pleader with 7 years or more of continuous practice
- Government Pleaders and Public Prosecutors with 7 years or more of continuous practice
- Judicial Officers with 7 years or more of continuous practice
- Person in judicial service with combined experience of 7 years or more as an Advocate or Judicial Officer
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/Others | Rs. 1500 |
| SC/ST and OH candidates from Bihar | Rs. 750 |
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 35 years
- Maximum Age: 50 years
- Age relaxation will be as per government rules.
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
- Revised pay scale of Rs. 144840-194660/- Level : J-5 (pre-revised pay scale of Rs. 51550-1230-58930-1380-63070/-)
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Start Date | 16 April 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 May 2026 |
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Screening Test (if held)
- Written Test
- Viva-Voce Test
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the Patna High Court Various Posts Recruitment 2026.
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 15-05-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of Patna High Court to complete the application.
- Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Patna High Court Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
