Overview
The Delhi High Court Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Mains Admit Card 2026 has been released for candidates shortlisted to appear in the written examination scheduled for 10 and 11 October 2026. The High Court of Delhi is conducting the recruitment process, while the total number of posts has not been restated in the admit card notification and should be checked in the detailed recruitment advertisement.
Candidates must download their hall tickets from the official website and verify the examination centre, reporting time and instructions printed on them.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | High Court of Delhi |
| Post Name | Delhi Higher Judicial Service |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the admit card notice |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | delhihighcourt.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | 10-11 October 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
The court may publish separate instructions regarding reporting time, permissible items and examination shifts. Candidates should rely on the date and venue mentioned on their individual admit cards.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates are generally required to hold a Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognised university or institution.
- Applicants must satisfy the professional practice requirements prescribed under the Delhi Higher Judicial Service recruitment rules.
- Higher Judicial Service recruitment ordinarily requires candidates to have the specified number of years of continuous practice as an advocate. The exact cut-off date and experience requirement should be verified from the detailed notification.
- Candidates appearing in the mains examination must have qualified for the relevant stage of the selection process.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits will be governed by the Delhi Higher Judicial Service examination notification and applicable service rules.
- Age will be calculated as on the cut-off date mentioned in the original recruitment advertisement.
- Relaxation for eligible reserved-category candidates will apply in accordance with the rules of the High Court of Delhi and prevailing government provisions.
- Candidates should retain documents supporting their date of birth and any claim for age relaxation.
Fees
- The examination fee must be paid online during the application period, where applicable.
- Category-wise fee details are not specified in the admit card update.
- Candidates should consult the detailed recruitment notification for the applicable fee, payment method and exemption rules.
- Fees already submitted are generally not required to be paid again for downloading the mains admit card.
Selection Process
The Delhi Higher Judicial Service selection process is expected to include the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination: An objective or screening examination used to shortlist eligible candidates for the mains stage.
- Main Written Examination: A descriptive examination assessing legal knowledge, judgment writing, language ability and other subjects prescribed in the syllabus.
- Viva Voce and Document Verification: Candidates qualifying in the mains examination are called for an interview and verification of eligibility, professional experience and original certificates.
Final selection is based on performance in the stages considered for merit, subject to fulfilment of eligibility conditions and other requirements.
How to Apply
The online application period relates to the original recruitment process and may already be closed. Candidates appearing for the mains examination can download their admit cards by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of the High Court of Delhi at delhihighcourt.nic.in.
- Open the recruitment or public notices section available on the homepage.
- Find the link titled Delhi Higher Judicial Service Mains Admit Card 2026.
- Enter the required login details, such as application number, registration ID, date of birth or password.
- Submit the details and review the admit card displayed on the screen.
- Check the candidate's name, roll number, photograph, examination date, reporting time, centre address and instructions.
- Download the hall ticket and print at least two clear copies for examination-day use.
- Carry the printed admit card and an original, valid photo identity document to the examination centre.
Candidates who notice an error on the admit card should promptly contact the examination or recruitment branch of the High Court of Delhi. They should not wait until the examination date to report discrepancies.
Important Links
FAQs
1. When will the Delhi High Court HJS Mains Examination 2026 be held?
The mains written examination is scheduled for 10 and 11 October 2026.
2. Where can candidates download the HJS mains admit card?
Candidates can download it from the official High Court of Delhi website using their registration credentials.
3. What documents are required at the examination centre?
Candidates should carry a printed admit card, an original valid photo ID and any additional document specifically mentioned in the hall-ticket instructions.
