Delhi Judiciary Exams
The Delhi judicial service exam cycle, official notices, and where to prepare.
Updated 24 Oct 2026. Checked against High Court of Delhi on 4 Nov 2026, 14:05 IST.
Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) 2026
Cycle ConcludedVacancies: 27
Application Deadline
15 Jul 2026
Prelims
26 Jul 2026
Mains
22 Oct 2026
Applications closed 15 Jul 2026
27 vacancies (24 existing and 03 anticipated) in the Delhi Higher Judicial Service by direct recruitment. Advocates must have been continuously practising for not less than seven years as on 15.07.2026, the last date of receipt of applications; judicial officers need seven years combined experience as an advocate and judicial officer. Candidates must have attained 35 years and not attained 45 years on that date. Selection is by a Preliminary Examination (objective, 25% negative marking), a Mains Examination (written) and viva-voce.
Latest official notices
All Delhi noticesAdmit card,
Download Admit Card for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Mains Examination (Written) - 2026High Court of Delhi
Exam schedule,
Notice regarding re-scheduling the date of Delhi Higher Judicial Service Mains Examination (Written)-2026.High Court of Delhi
Prepare for the Delhi judiciary exam
DHJS mock tests
10 papers in the exam pattern, 5 free, scored as soon as you submit
DJS mock tests
15 papers in the exam pattern, 6 free, scored as soon as you submit
Judiciary subject practice sets
237 subject-wise sets for every state: Constitution, CPC, BNS, BNSS, BSA and more
Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS): previous year papers
Guides
Moots in Delhi open for registration
Frequently asked questions
Is a new Delhi judiciary exam cycle coming up?
The latest Delhi cycle tracked here has concluded and no new one has been notified on record. Law Maker reads the official notice page of High Court of Delhi every day and lists new judicial service recruitment notices on this page in their own words, each linked to the official document. Exam dates are taken from the notice itself.
Where can I find past Delhi judiciary exam notifications?
The last cycle's notification and its official source are linked on the exam card on this page. Applications for it are closed, but its syllabus and eligibility conditions are a useful reference while you prepare for the next one.
What subjects are tested in the Delhi judiciary exam?
Judiciary exams generally cover the Constitution, the Code of Civil Procedure, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), other civil laws and, in many states, local laws and a language paper. The exact syllabus and weightage are set by each state, so check them in the official notification for the cycle you apply to.
Are there coaching institutes for judiciary exam preparation in Delhi?
Law Maker's coaching directory lists 41 institutes in Delhi. Open the directory from this page to compare them by exam focus and rating.
Can I get one-to-one mentorship for the Delhi judiciary exam?
Yes. 1 verified mentor on Law Maker cover Delhi. Each mentor is checked individually before being listed, and you book a paid session for a time slot they have opened.
Change history
Every change to the dates on this page, with the official document it came from.
Application deadline for Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) 2026: not set → 15 Jul 2026
Checked by the Law Maker team against the official notificationMain exam date for Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) 2026: 10 Oct 2026 → 22 Oct 2026
Source: High Court of DelhiMain exam date for Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) 2026: not set → 10 Oct 2026
Source: High Court of Delhi
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Other states
Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service (Civil Judge) Recruitment 2026
Andhra Pradesh, Applications open
Jammu and Kashmir Higher Judicial Service (District Judge) Recruitment 2026
Jammu and Kashmir, Applications open
Tripura Higher Judicial Service (District Judge) Recruitment 2026
Tripura, Mains Upcoming
Manipur Judicial Service Grade-III Direct Recruitment 2026
Manipur, Applications closed, exam date awaited
Exam dates, vacancies, and eligibility details on this page are compiled from official state Public Service Commission and High Court notifications for informational purposes. Notifications are subject to change by the issuing authority. Please verify all details against the official source before making any application or preparation decisions.