The DHJS 2026 (Delhi Higher Judicial Service) Mains written exam has been postponed from 12.09.2026 and 13.09.2026 to 10.10.2026 and 11.10.2026. The High Court of Delhi’s notice of 31.08.2026 gives the reason: traffic restrictions expected during the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam on those dates. The preliminary exam and its admit card are over. The prelims was held on 26.07.2026, and model answer keys with an objection window followed on 28.07.2026.
DHJS 2026 schedule and changes
Checked on 11.09.2026 against the job openings page of delhihighcourt.nic.in.
| Stage | Date and status |
|---|---|
| Online application | 01.07.2026 to 15.07.2026. Closed. |
| Prelims admit card | Notice dated 21.07.2026. |
| Preliminary exam | Sunday 26.07.2026, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Objective type, with 25% negative marking. |
| Model answer keys and objections | Notice and online objection link dated 28.07.2026. |
| Mains exam (written) | 10.10.2026 and 11.10.2026, moved from 12.09.2026 and 13.09.2026 by the notice of 31.08.2026. |
| Final stage | Viva-voce for candidates selected after the Mains. |
Important Links
| Resource | Link and status as on 11.09.2026 |
|---|---|
| Mains rescheduling notice | Download notice, 31.08.2026. Opens, checked 11.09.2026. |
| DHJS 2026 advertisement | Download advertisement PDF. Opens, checked 11.09.2026. |
| Model answer key notice | Download notice, 28.07.2026. Listed on the job openings page. |
| High Court job openings | delhihighcourt.nic.in job openings. Live. Mains admit card notices will appear here. |
Vacancies, pay and eligibility
The advertisement of 01.07.2026 fills 27 posts by direct recruitment.
| Recruitment term | What the advertisement sets |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 27: 24 existing and 3 anticipated up to 30.06.2027. General 17, SC 5 and ST 5. Of these, 3 SC and 4 ST posts are backlog vacancies. |
| Pay scale | J-5, ₹1,44,840 to ₹1,94,660. |
| Practice required | At least seven years of continuous practice as an advocate, or seven years combined as an advocate and a judicial officer, as on 15.07.2026. |
| Age | At least 35 and under 45 on 15.07.2026. |
| Fee | ₹2,000 for General and ₹500 for reserved categories. Non-refundable. |
Last checked on 11.09.2026 against the High Court of Delhi job openings page, the DHJS 2026 advertisement and the rescheduling notice of 31.08.2026. The vacancy numbers can change under the judgment referred to in the advertisement’s note.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Has the DHJS Mains 2026 been postponed?
Yes. The High Court of Delhi's notice of 31.08.2026 moved the Mains written exam from 12.09.2026 and 13.09.2026 to 10.10.2026 and 11.10.2026.
Why was the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Mains postponed?
To avoid inconvenience from likely traffic advisories and restrictions during the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam on 12 and 13 September 2026.
When was the DHJS 2026 preliminary exam?
Sunday 26.07.2026, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, with 25% negative marking.
How many vacancies are in DHJS 2026?
27 vacancies: 24 existing and 3 anticipated. General 17, SC 5 and ST 5.
What is the age limit for DHJS 2026?
Candidates must be at least 35 and under 45 years of age on 15.07.2026, the last date for applications.