High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati has released a notification under R.O.C. No. 366/2026-RC, inviting applications for 16 posts of Civil Judge (Senior Division) through an accelerated promotion examination. This is a significant career advancement opportunity for serving Civil Judges (Junior Division) in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service.
Only serving Civil Judges (Junior Division) with at least three years of service by March 31, 2026, are eligible to apply. This recruitment is not open to advocates, fresh law graduates, or external candidates.
AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates must be serving as a Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service with not less than three years of service by March 31, 2026. Candidates facing disciplinary charges or with questionable integrity are disqualified. No specific age limit is mentioned as this is an internal promotion examination.
Selection Process
Computer-based screening test (if needed): 100 objective questions, 2 hours
Written examination: 3 papers of 100 marks each (Civil Laws, Criminal Laws, English)
Viva voce: 50 marks
Document verification
Application Fee
Category
Fee
Open/EWS/BC
Rs. 1,000
SC/ST/Benchmark Disabilities
Rs. 500
How to Apply for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
Visit aphc.gov.in and download the notification and application form
Complete all sections with personal, educational, and service details
Attach a passport photograph attested by the Unit Head or Principal District Judge
Prepare the applicable Demand Draft along with service and educational certificates
Submit to the concerned Principal District Judge’s office by 1 October 2026, 5:00 PM
Judicial officers seeking more promotion and career advancement opportunities can check Bharat Rozgar for regular updates.
Q1: How many Civil Judge posts are available in AP High Court Recruitment 2026?
A: A total of 16 posts are available: 12 Open Competition, 3 SC Group posts, and 1 ST post.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for AP High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to apply is 1 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q3: Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment?
A: Only serving Civil Judges (Junior Division) in the AP State Judicial Service with 3+ years of service by March 31, 2026 are eligible.
Q4: What is the pay scale for Civil Judge (Senior Division)?
A: The pay scale ranges from Rs. 1,11,000 to Rs. 1,63,030.
Q5: What is the selection process for this recruitment?
A: Selection involves a screening test (if needed), a written examination in three papers, and a viva voce.
Practical Tip: Since this is an internal promotion exam limited to serving Junior Division judges, ensure your service certificate and appointment order are current and correctly attested before submission.
