The Patna High Court is calling for applications to fill 8 entry-level District Judge posts, marking a major recruitment push for Bihar’s judicial system. With the application window closing on May 15, time is ticking for eligible lawyers and officers to seize this chance.
Breaking down the posts: 3 for those clearing Bar Exam-2026 directly, 4 from Bar Exam-2023 qualifiers, and 1 from the 2021 exam. The online portal has been live since April 16, streamlining the process for applicants across the state.
Eligibility hinges on 7+ years as an advocate or judicial officer. Age limits are 35-50 years, calculated from March 30, with standard relaxations for SC/ST/OBC candidates. This ensures fairness and inclusivity in selections.
Fees differ by category: Rs 1,500 standard rate, halved to Rs 750 for Bihar’s SC/ST applicants. All transactions are digital for efficiency.
The selection gauntlet features potential screening, mains written test, viva voce, and verification stages. Pay scales are attractive, offering Rs 1,44,840-1,94,660 (revised) or Rs 51,550-63,070 (pre-revised), reflecting the role’s importance.
Step-by-step application: Head to patnahighcourt.gov.in, click the recruitment link, register/login, input data accurately, upload requisite docs in specified format, pay online, submit, and print confirmation. Don’t delay—May 15 is the cutoff for this career-defining opportunity in the judiciary.
