- Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognised University or institution recognised by the Government. Experience — one of: (a) advocate in continuous practice for not less than 7 years as on the date of application
- (b) advocate who previously served in judicial service with combined experience of not less than 7 years as judicial officer and advocate
- (c) Judicial Officer who completed 7 years' continuous practice as an advocate before joining judicial service
- (d) Judicial Officer with combined experience of not less than 7 years as advocate and judicial officer. Years of practice counted from provisional enrolment/registration with the State Bar Council. Public Prosecutors may apply with NOC from their controlling authority. Must be able to speak, read and write Odia fluently and have passed an examination in Odia equivalent to Middle English School standard
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High Court of Orissa, Cuttack has invited online applications for 38 vacancies under District Judge (Direct Recruitment) 2026 (Advertisement No. 03 of 2026). Candidates with Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognised University or institution recognised by the Government. Experience — one of: (a) advocate in continuous practice for not less than 7 years as on the date of application; (b) advocate who previously served in judicial service with combined experience of not less than 7 years as judicial officer and advocate; (c) Judicial Officer who completed 7 years' continuous practice as an advocate before joining judicial service; (d) Judicial Officer with combined experience of not less than 7 years as advocate and judicial officer. Years of practice counted from provisional enrolment/registration with the State Bar Council. Public Prosecutors may apply with NOC from their controlling authority. Must be able to speak, read and write Odia fluently and have passed an examination in Odia equivalent to Middle English School standard can apply. The pay scale is Rs. 1,44,840 – Rs. 1,94,660 with usual D.A. and other allowances as admissible from time to time. Training under Rule-30-A and probation under Rule-33 of the O.S.J.S. & O.J.S. Rules, 2007; medical fitness before the State Medical Board before final appointment and the application fee is Rs. 750 for all candidates; SC, ST and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities exempted at their option. Non-refundable, non-adjustable; payable online by Net Banking, Debit card, Credit card or UPI. Interested candidates can apply online before 25 Nov 2026 through the official website.
The High Court of Orissa is directly recruiting 38 District Judges from the Bar for 2026 under Advertisement No. 03 of 2026. Law graduates with at least seven years' advocacy or combined judicial experience, aged 35–45, can apply online from 09 Nov to 25 Nov 2026. Selection is by a three-paper written examination and a 30-mark interview
District Judge (Direct Recruitment) 2026 - Overview
| Organization | High Court of Orissa, Cuttack |
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| Post Name | District Judge (Direct Recruitment) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | Advertisement No. 03 of 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 38 |
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| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 Nov 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 09 Nov 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply | 25 Nov 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| District Judge (Direct Recruitment) 2026 | 38 |
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| Total | 38 |
Eligibility
| Organization | High Court of Orissa, Cuttack |
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Salary / Pay Scale
- Rs. 1,44,840 – Rs. 1,94,660 with usual D.A. and other allowances as admissible from time to time. Training under Rule-30-A and probation under Rule-33 of the O.S.J.S. & O.J.S. Rules, 2007
- medical fitness before the State Medical Board before final appointment
🏆Selection Process — Step by Step
- Written Examination — Paper-1 (CPC 1908, Personal Laws, civil and Odisha land laws — 100 marks, 2 hours), Paper-2 (CrPC 1973/BNSS 2023, IPC 1860/BNS 2023, Evidence Act 1872/BSA 2023, special criminal Acts — 100 marks, 2 hours), Paper-3 General English (Qualifying — 100 marks, 2 hours; translation Odia↔English, essay, précis, comprehension; minimum 45% required)
- Interview — 30 marks (called in proportion 1:10, needing at least 45% in each written paper and 50% in aggregate; PwBD candidates 40% in each paper and 45% in aggregate)
- Document Verification before the interview. Final merit list on Paper-1 + Paper-2 + Interview marks; a candidate must secure at least 40% in the interview to be included
Each stage is qualifying — you must clear one stage to reach the next. Final merit is prepared as per the rules in the official notification.
How to Apply
- (1) Read the advertisement and the "Instructions to Candidates for Filling up of Online Application Form" on the Court's website; (2) log in to https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in and open Recruitment Corner
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- Direct Recruitment to the Posts in the Cadre of District Judge, 2026; (3) fill the online form, choosing the correct category, entering the name exactly as in the High School Certificate; (4) upload clear scanned copies of the documents listed below; (5) pay the fee online unless exempted; (6) submit between 10:00 AM on 09 Nov 2026 and 11:59 PM on 25 Nov 2026. Applications in any other mode are rejected. If more than one application is submitted, only the latest with the higher Acknowledgement Number is considered
Important Links
| Apply Online (Official) |
| Official Notification (Official notification pdf is not available) |
| Official Website |
📝Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Exact marks distribution, number of questions, negative marking and detailed syllabus are given in the official notification PDF — download it from Important Links above.
📄Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph — as per the size and format specified in the notification
- Scanned signature — clear signature on white paper, scanned as specified
- Educational certificates & mark sheets (Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognised University or institution recognised by the Government. Experience — one of: (a) advocate in continuous practice for not less than 7 years as on the date of application; (b) advocate who previously served in judicial service with combined experience of not less than 7 years as judicial officer and advocate; (c) Judicial Officer who completed 7 years' continuous practice as an advocate before joining judicial service; (d) Judicial Officer with combined experience of not less than 7 years as advocate and judicial officer. Years of practice counted from provisional enrolment/registration with the State Bar Council. Public Prosecutors may apply with NOC from their controlling authority. Must be able to speak, read and write Odia fluently and have passed an examination in Odia equivalent to Middle English School standard) — proof of your qualification
- Valid photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — only if you are claiming age or fee relaxation
- Domicile / residence certificate — if the notification requires it
- Experience certificate — only if the post requires prior experience
- Disability certificate (PwD) — only if applicable
Keep scanned copies ready in the prescribed size and format before starting the online application. Mismatched or missing documents lead to rejection.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply for District Judge (Direct Recruitment) 2026?
Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria — qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognised University or institution recognised by the Government. Experience — one of: (a) advocate in continuous practice for not less than 7 years as on the date of application; (b) advocate who previously served in judicial service with combined experience of not less than 7 years as judicial officer and advocate; (c) Judicial Officer who completed 7 years' continuous practice as an advocate before joining judicial service; (d) Judicial Officer with combined experience of not less than 7 years as advocate and judicial officer. Years of practice counted from provisional enrolment/registration with the State Bar Council. Public Prosecutors may apply with NOC from their controlling authority. Must be able to speak, read and write Odia fluently and have passed an examination in Odia equivalent to Middle English School standard; age limit: Not below 35 years and not above 45 years as on the date of application. Relaxation: 1 year in upper age limit for all candidates (recruitment year 2026, as the 2025 vacancies could not be notified); 5 years for SC, ST, SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer) and Women; 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities; cumulative relaxation for PwBD belonging to SC/ST/SEBC (Non-Creamy Layer). A candidate under more than one category gets only the single most beneficial relaxation. Check the Eligibility table above and the official notification for category-wise relaxation.
What is the age relaxation rule?
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD and other reserved categories applies as per government rules. Refer to the official notification for exact relaxation details.
Is there any application fee? Who is exempted?
Application fee: Rs. 750 for all candidates; SC, ST and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities exempted at their option. Non-refundable, non-adjustable; payable online by Net Banking, Debit card, Credit card or UPI. Women, SC/ST and PwD candidates are usually exempted or pay a reduced fee — confirm from the official notification.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 25 Nov 2026. Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server issues.
How can I check my application / admit card / result status?
All updates are published on the official website of High Court of Orissa, Cuttack. Use the Important Links section above — never trust third-party agents or unofficial websites.
🏆How to Check Result
- Visit the official website: https://www.orissahighcourt.nic.in (link in Important Links above).
- Look for the Results / Career section on the homepage.
- Find the result link for District Judge (Direct Recruitment) 2026.
- Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth.
- Download and save the scorecard / merit list PDF for future reference.
High Court of Orissa, Cuttack publishes results only on its official website. Beware of fake result websites asking for money.
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