Gujarat High Court Civil Judges Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 237 Vacancies

Introduction

The High Court of Gujarat has officially released a short notification for the recruitment of 237 Civil Judge vacancies in 2026. This is a golden opportunity for law graduates aspiring to join the judiciary. The recruitment process will be conducted as per the Hon'ble Supreme Court guidelines. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria and apply online once the application window opens. Stay tuned for updates on this prestigious Sarkari Job.

Organization Overview

The High Court of Gujarat, established in 1960, is the highest judicial body in the state of Gujarat. It is responsible for the administration of justice and oversees the subordinate judiciary. The court regularly conducts recruitment for judicial officers to strengthen the judicial system.

Post Details

The recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 237 vacancies for the post of Civil Judge. These vacancies include both existing and future positions, subject to administrative requirements. The recruitment will follow the guidelines laid down by the Hon'ble Supreme Court in the case of Malik Mazhar Sultan (3) vs. Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a university or institution recognized by the Government of India. Those who obtained their law degree in or after the academic year 2009-2010 must have passed the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). Candidates must also pass the Gujarati language proficiency test, unless they have studied Gujarati in secondary and higher secondary.

Who Can Apply?

• Law graduates (LLB)
• Candidates preparing for judiciary exams
• Applicants meeting future official criteria

Age Limit

The maximum age limit for General category candidates is 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms: SC/ST candidates can apply up to 38 years, and candidates working in Courts or Allied Departments can apply up to 40 years. The minimum age is typically 21 years. Detailed age relaxation will be provided in the official notification.

Application Fee

The application fee details will be announced in the detailed notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for fee structure and payment mode.

Selection Process

The selection process comprises three stages:

• Preliminary Examination: Objective-type test covering general knowledge, English, and basic legal understanding.
• Main Written Examination: Descriptive papers on Criminal Law and Civil Law, each carrying 200 marks.
• Viva-Voce (Interview): Carries 50 marks to evaluate suitability for the judicial role.

All stages are qualifying in nature. Qualifying marks are 50% for Preliminary and Main Exams, and 40% for Interview and Gujarati Language Test.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 24-04-2026
• Application Start Date: Updated Soon
• Last Date to Apply: Updated Soon

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for Gujarat High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026:

1. Visit the official website of the High Court of Gujarat: gujarathighcourt.nic.in
2. Navigate to the “Recruitment” section.
3. Click on the link for Civil Judge Recruitment 2026.
4. Register with a valid email ID and phone number.
5. Fill in the application form with accurate details.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
8. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.