High Court of Manipur Judicial Service Grade-I Recruitment 2026
The High Court of Manipur, Imphal invites online applications for filling up the post of Manipur Judicial Service Grade-I through Direct Recruitment (No. HCMEST-12011/2/2026-ESTr-ii SEcrioN-HCM, Dated 5th August 2026). Conditions of service are governed by the Manipur Judicial Service Rules, 2005 as amended.
Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | Total | Pay Scale |
|---|
| Manipur Judicial Service Grade-I | 2 | 2 | J-5: Rs. 144840-194660 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a holder of degree in law of a recognized University
- Must be practicing as an Advocate in Courts of Civil and Criminal jurisdiction on the last date fixed for receipt of applications and must have so practiced for a period of not less than 7 (seven) years as on the date (Advocate includes government pleaders and public prosecutors)
- In-service Judicial Officers: continuous 7 years in Bar before entering Judicial Service or combined experience of 7 years as Advocate and as Judicial Officer
- Must have sufficient working knowledge of State Official Language (Manipuri)
Age Limit (as on last date of application)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|
| SC/ST | 50 years |
| OBC | 48 years |
| Others | 45 years |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Opening of online registration | 05 September 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Closing of online registration | 22 September 2026 (4:00 PM) |
| Admit card download | To be notified on www.hcmimphal.nic.in |
Application Fee
Rs. 2,000/- for UR/OBC candidates; Rs. 1,000/- for ST/SC candidates; no fee for PwD candidates. Fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the website www.hcmimphal.nic.in. Selection based on Written Examination and Viva-Voce/Interview.