Short details
| Name of exam | Delhi Higher Judicial Service (DHJS) 2026 |
| Prelims | Held 26.07.2026, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 25 per cent negative marking. Admit card notice 21.07.2026. |
| Answer keys | Model keys and objection link dated 28.07.2026 |
| Mains | 10.10.2026 and 11.10.2026, moved from 12.09.2026 and 13.09.2026 by the notice of 31.08.2026 because of BRICS Summit traffic restrictions |
| Final stage | Viva voce after the mains |
| Facts last read | 11.09.2026 |
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| Link | Status |
|---|---|
| Mains rescheduling notice, 31.08.2026 | Click here Β· Released 31.08.2026 |
| DHJS 2026 advertisement | Click here Β· Released 01.07.2026 |
| Model answer key notice, 28.07.2026 | Click here Β· Released 28.07.2026 |
| High Court job openings | Click here Β· Live, checked 15.10.2026 |
Vacancy and eligibility
| Detail | Advertisement |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 27, being 24 existing and 3 anticipated |
| Category | General 17, SC 5, ST 5 |
| Pay | J-5, Rs 1,44,840 to Rs 1,94,660 |
| Practice | 7 years continuous as on 15.07.2026 |
| Age | At least 35 and under 45 on 15.07.2026 |
| Fee | Rs 2,000 General, Rs 500 reserved |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the DHJS 2026 mains exam?
10.10.2026 and 11.10.2026, moved from 12.09.2026 and 13.09.2026.
Why was the DHJS mains postponed?
The High Court's notice of 31.08.2026 cites traffic restrictions during the BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam.
How many posts are in DHJS 2026?
27 by direct recruitment, 24 existing and 3 anticipated.