Good news for law graduates aiming for a judicial career! The Meghalaya High Court has released an official notification for the recruitment of 10 Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III) posts. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the court’s official website.
The last date to submit the online application is March 17, 2026 (5:00 PM).
Here’s everything you need to know about eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, important dates, and how to apply.
Post Details
Organization: High Court of Meghalaya, Shillong
- Post Name: Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III)
- Advertisement No: HCM.II/27/2024-Rect/20
- Total Vacancies: 10
- Job Type: Full Time
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: www.meghalayahighcourt.nic.in
Important Dates
- Notification Released: February 17, 2026
- Online Application Starts: February 17, 2026 (12:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply: March 17, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Candidates are advised not to wait till the last date to avoid technical issues.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Civil Judge post, candidates must:
- Hold a Degree in Law from a recognized university established by law in India.
- Have a minimum of 3 years’ practice as an advocate with a valid practice certificate.
- Be an Indian citizen.
Note: Candidates who have been dismissed from government service or convicted for moral turpitude are not eligible.
Age Limit (As on March 17, 2026)
- Maximum Age (General/Others): 35 Years
- Maximum Age (SC/ST): 38 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Practice experience will be counted from the date of enrolment as an advocate.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of ₹77,840/- as per the Meghalaya Judicial Service pay scale.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹700
- SC / ST: ₹350
- PwBD / PH: Exempted
Payment can be made through UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card via SBI payment portal or SBI e-Challan.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III) | 10 |
| Total | 10 |
Category-wise Distribution:
- Unreserved/General – 2
- Khasi-Jaintia – 4
- Garo – 4
Reservations for SC/ST/PwBD candidates will be applicable as per the Meghalaya State Reservation Policy.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Preliminary Written Examination (Screening Test)
- Main Written Examination
- Viva-Voce / Personality Test
Candidates must clear each stage to move to the next round.
How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official website: https://www.meghalayahighcourt.nic.in
- Click on the Recruitment/Career section.
- Find the notification for Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III) posts.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents and photograph.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Review all details and submit the form.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Make sure to complete the application process before March 17, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 10 vacancies have been announced under the Meghalaya Judicial Service.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is March 17, 2026 (5:00 PM).
Q3. What is the application fee?
₹700 for General candidates, ₹350 for SC/ST candidates. PwBD candidates are exempted.
Q4. What is the age limit?
Maximum 35 years for General candidates and 38 years for SC/ST candidates as on March 17, 2026.
Q5. What qualifications are required?
A Law degree from a recognized university and at least 3 years of practice as an advocate.
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