High Court of Andhra Pradesh (AP High Court) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of District Judge and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 10 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of District Judge and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 15 October 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for District Judge and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
AP High Court – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Judge (Entry Level) – OC | 2 | Rs.144840-194660/- | Andhra Pradesh |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – EWS | 2 | Rs.144840-194660/- | Andhra Pradesh |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-B | 1 | Rs.144840-194660/- | Andhra Pradesh |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-C | 1 | Rs.144840-194660/- | Andhra Pradesh |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-E | 1 | Rs.144840-194660/- | Andhra Pradesh |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – SC Group-III | 1 | Rs.144840-194660/- | Andhra Pradesh |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – ST | 2 | Rs.144840-194660/- | Andhra Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies: | 10 |
AP High Court Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for AP High Court District Judge and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by High Court of Andhra Pradesh. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| District Judge (Entry Level) – OC | Eligible advocates as per Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026 |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – EWS | Eligible advocates as per Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026 |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-B | Eligible advocates as per Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026 |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-C | Eligible advocates as per Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026 |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-E | Eligible advocates as per Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026 |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – SC Group-III | Eligible advocates as per Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026 |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – ST | Eligible advocates as per Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026 |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by High Court of Andhra Pradesh for District Judge and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| District Judge (Entry Level) – OC | No Details |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – EWS | No Details |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-B | No Details |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-C | No Details |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – BC-E | No Details |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – SC Group-III | No Details |
| District Judge (Entry Level) – ST | No Details |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.1500/-, while for SC / ST candidates, the fee is Rs.750/-. The fee can be paid through the offline payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for District Judge and other Posts will be carried out through Direct Recruitment under the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial (Service and Cadre) Rules, 2026. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of High Court of Andhra Pradesh. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for AP High Court Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of High Court of Andhra Pradesh is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Send the prescribed pro forma application with Demand Draft and attested testimonials and certificates to: Registrar (Recruitment), High Court of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati, Nelapadu, Guntur District, PIN Code – 522 239, Andhra Pradesh. Demand Draft payable at Nelapadu in favour of “Registrar(Recruitment), High Court of Andhra Pradesh, Nelapadu, Amaravati”. Deadline: 15.10.2026 by 5.00 P.M. (get form from https://aphc.gov.in/docs/notification_1790770747_0.pdf) before 15 October 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | aphc.gov.in |
