Kerala High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 27 Posts

Overview

Kerala High Court has announced 27 Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts for 2026, offering a salary range of ₹77,840 to ₹136,520. Candidates must hold a law degree recognized by the Bar Council of India and have at least three years of practice. The age limit is 35 years with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, and persons with benchmark disabilities. The application fee is ₹1250 for most categories. Applications are accepted online from 1 April to 4 May 2026. The selection process includes a screening test, a written exam, and a viva‑voce. Vacancies are distributed as 16 special, 2 NCA, and 9 regular posts.

Key Details

Organization
Kerala High Court
Qualification
Degree in Law recognized by the Bar Council of India, minimum 3 years of practice as an Advocate
Vacancies
27

Important Dates

application_start_online1 April 2026
application_end_online4 May 2026
remittance_start_offline7 May 2026
remittance_end_offline4 May 2026

Important Links

Vacancy Details

Special Recruitment: 16; NCA Vacancies: 2; Regular Vacancies: 9

Selection Process

Preliminary Examination (Objective Type Screening Test) → Main Examination (Written Examination – 4 papers) → Viva‑Voce

How to Apply

Submit application online before 04‑05‑2026., Use the Apply Online link., Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details., Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format., Pay the application fee online if applicable., Review all details carefully before submitting., Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important dates for Kerala High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 27 Posts?

application start online: 1 April 2026; application end online: 4 May 2026; remittance start offline: 7 May 2026; remittance end offline: 4 May 2026

What is the application fee?

SC/ST/Unemployed Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: Nil; All other categories: ₹1250

What is the age limit?

Maximum age 35 years (with relaxations: SC/ST +5 years, OBC +3 years, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities +10 years, Ex-servicemen up to 50 years)

What is the selection process?

Preliminary Examination (Objective Type Screening Test) → Main Examination (Written Examination – 4 papers) → Viva‑Voce