Karnataka High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 (LDCE 25% Quota) – 79 Posts | Apply by 15 Sep
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru
Karnataka - Karnataka
Vacancies
79
Salary
District Judge cadre pay as per Karnataka Judicial Service Pay Rules (verify in notice)
Last Date
15 Sept 2026
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High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Important Dates 2026
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Application Fee 2026
Not specified in notice summaries
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Age Limit 2026
Minimum Age
35 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Salary / Pay Scale 2026
District Judge cadre pay as per Karnataka Judicial Service Pay Rules (verify in notice)
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Scope: Only serving Senior Civil Judges of the Karnataka Judicial Service - not open to the general public
- Service: Minimum 3 years as Senior Civil Judge with 7 years combined Civil Judge and Senior Civil Judge service and 35 years of age attained, with maximum 3 LDCE attempts
- Fee: Not specified in the notice summaries
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Qualification / Education
- Qualification: Only serving Senior Civil Judges of the Karnataka Judicial Service with minimum 3 years as Senior Civil Judge, minimum 7 years combined Civil Judge and Senior Civil Judge service and 35 years of age attained, with a maximum of 3 attempts at the LDCE, under Rule 4-B of the Karnataka Judicial Service Recruitment Amendment Rules 2025
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Job Details & Overview
Overview
| Organisation | High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru under Registrar General M. Chandrashekar Reddy |
|---|---|
| Post | District Judge under the 25 percent LDCE quota - Notification GOB(I) 47(1)/2026 dated 28-08-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 79, subject to alteration per the outcome of Supreme Court WP(C) 1022/1989 in All India Judges Association versus Union of India (no reservation breakup published - selection strictly on merit) |
| Qualification | Serving Senior Civil Judge with service thresholds |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online from 28-08-2026 |
| Last Date | 15/09/2026 till 11:59 PM (written exam and viva dates to be announced) |
| Official Website | https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in |
Vacancy Details - Post Wise
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| District Judge (25% LDCE quota) | 79 |
| Total | 79 |
Eligibility Details
- Only serving Senior Civil Judges of the Karnataka Judicial Service with minimum 3 years as Senior Civil Judge, minimum 7 years combined Civil Judge and Senior Civil Judge service and 35 years of age attained, with a maximum of 3 attempts at the LDCE
- Not open to the general public, governed by Rule 4-B of the Karnataka Judicial Service Recruitment Amendment Rules 2025
Age Limit
| Category | Age as on 28-08-2026 |
|---|---|
| Minimum all | 35 years attained (no maximum specified in the notice) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | Not specified in the notice summaries |
Selection Process
- Limited Departmental Competitive Examination with a written examination followed by viva-voce, strictly on merit
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28/08/2026 |
| Apply Window | 28/08/2026 to 15/09/2026 till 11:59 PM |
| Written Exam and Viva Dates | To be announced (eligible list and admit card on the HC website with SMS and email intimation) |
How to Apply
- Open the judiciary recruitment link for District Judges by LDCE 25 percent quota 2026
- Read Notification GOB(I) 47(1)/2026 with the general instructions
- Fill the online form with service and personal details and a valid mobile with email
- Upload a 5cm by 3.6cm white-background photo in JPG up to 50 KB with a black-ballpoint 2.5cm by 7.5cm signature in JPG up to 25 KB
- Verify and submit before 15-09-2026 11:59 PM, saving a copy
Important Links (Official Only)
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Important Links
Apply Online
https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in/recsubnotify.php?p=1300&stateNM=
Download Notification
https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in/common_folder/notification//Notification_28.08.2026_SD.pdf
Official Website
https://judiciary.karnataka.gov.in/common_folder/notification//Notification_28.08.2026_SD.pdf
How to Apply for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru's Karnataka High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 (LDCE 25% Quota) – 79 Posts | Apply by 15 Sep before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of Not specified in notice summaries online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 15 Sept 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 15 Sept 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is Karnataka High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 (LDCE 25% Quota) – 79 Posts | Apply by 15 Sep?
Karnataka High Court District Judge Recruitment 2026 (LDCE 25% Quota) – 79 Posts | Apply by 15 Sep is a government recruitment notification published by High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 start on 28 August 2026.
What is the last date to apply for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026 is 15 September 2026.
What is the application fee for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Not specified in notice summaries
What is the qualification required for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Qualification: Only serving Senior Civil Judges of the Karnataka Judicial Service with minimum 3 years as Senior Civil Judge, minimum 7 years combined Civil Judge and Senior Civil Judge service and 35 years of age attained, with a maximum of 3 attempts at the LDCE, under Rule 4-B of the Karnataka Judicial Service Recruitment Amendment Rules 2025
How to apply for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.