At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 27
- Post Name
- Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Exam 2026
- Exam / Result Date
- 26 July 2026
- Application Last Date
- 15 July 2026
- Application Start Date
- 01 July 2026
- Conducting Body
- High Court of Delhi, New Delhi
- Eligibility
- LLB Degree with 7 Years Advocate Practice
- Salary
- As per High Court of Delhi Rules
Quick Summary
The High Court of Delhi has released the Preliminary Examination Result for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Exam 2026. Check the list of shortlisted candidates now.
The High Court of Delhi declared the Preliminary Examination Result for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Exam 2026 on 14 August 2026. Candidates who appeared for the preliminary exam on 26 July 2026 can now check the list of shortlisted candidates advancing to the Mains examination for the 27 prestigious judicial vacancies.
| Conducting Body | High Court of Delhi, New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Delhi Higher Judicial Service (HJS) Exam 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 27 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Result Status | Released (14 August 2026) |
| Official Portal | delhihighcourt.nic.in |
Source: Official Delhi HJS Preliminary Result Notice, Delhi High Court, 14 August 2026. Download PDF
Delhi High Court HJS Exam 2026 – Important Dates & Schedule
The recruitment process for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service is moving swiftly. Below is the timeline of events from application to the preliminary result declaration.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 28 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Result Declared | 14 August 2026 |
The dates and schedule for the Mains Examination will be notified to the shortlisted candidates shortly.
How to Check Delhi Higher Judicial Services (HJS) Pre Result 2026
Candidates can download the official merit list of shortlisted candidates by following these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the Delhi High Court official portal at delhihighcourt.nic.in.
- Navigate to Public Notices: Look for the 'Public Notices' or 'Job Openings' section on the homepage.
- Select the Result Link: Click on the link corresponding to the "Result of Preliminary Examination of Delhi Higher Judicial Service 2026".
- Download the PDF: A PDF document containing the roll numbers and names of the shortlisted candidates will open. Download the file.
- Search Your Details: Use the search function (Ctrl+F) to locate your Roll Number or Name within the list to confirm your eligibility for the Mains exam.
Delhi Higher Judicial Service 2026 – What Qualified Candidates Should Know
Candidates who have successfully cleared the Preliminary Examination must now gear up for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Mains Examination (Written). The Mains exam is highly competitive and descriptive in nature, testing candidates thoroughly on substantive and procedural laws. It requires a profound understanding of legal principles, case laws, and practical application given the requirement of 7 years of active advocate practice.
Following the Mains examination, successful candidates will be called for a Viva-Voce (Interview). The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined marks secured in the Mains written exam and the interview.
Vacancy Details Recap
The 27 vacancies for the Delhi Higher Judicial Service 2026 are distributed among categories as follows:
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 17 |
| SC | 05 |
| ST | 05 |
| Total | 27 |
Delhi High Court HJS 2026 – Official Links & Notices
| Download Preliminary Result (Shortlisted Candidates) | Download PDF |
| Download Answer Key | Download PDF |
| Download Answer Key Notice | Download PDF |
| Admit Card Portal | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Closed) | Visit Portal |
| Download Syllabus | Download PDF |
| Download Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Portal |
