Meghalaya High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Meghalaya High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026: Overview
The High Court of Meghalaya, Shillong has released an official notification (Advt. No. HCM.II/27/2024-Rect/20) inviting online applications for the recruitment of 10 Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III) posts. This is a prestigious opportunity for law graduates with advocacy experience to join the judicial services in Meghalaya. The recruitment involves a competitive examination process consisting of Preliminary and Main Written Examinations followed by a Viva-Voce.
Recruitment Type: Competitive Examination (Prelims, Mains, Viva-Voce).
Key Highlights Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | High Court of Meghalaya, Shillong |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III) |
| Total Vacancies | 10 |
| Application Start Date | 17-02-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17-03-2026 |
| Official Website | www.meghalayahighcourt.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Category | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale/Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III) | Unreserved (UR) | 10 | Rs. 77,840/- Per Month (Pay Level J-1 of Pay Matrix) | Up to 35 Years |
Reservation: Reservation benefits for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD will be applied as per Government of India and State Government rules.
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
Educational Qualification
- Law Degree: Candidates must possess a Degree in Law from a recognized University established by law in India.
- Practice Experience: Must have a minimum of 3 years of practice as an advocate.
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Maximum Age: 35 Years.
- Age as on: 17-03-2026 (Candidates must ensure they meet the age criteria as of this date).
- Age Relaxation: Relaxation is applicable for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) up to 38 years. Other relaxations are applicable as per rules.
Examination Structure & Selection Process
The selection for Civil Judge posts involves the following stages:
- Preliminary Written Examination (Screening Test): Objective type to shortlist candidates for the Main Exam.
- Main Written Examination: Descriptive/Conventional type papers.
- Viva-Voce (Personality Test): Interview to assess suitability.
Exam Pattern (Expected Structure)
Note: Specific subjects and marks distribution will be detailed in the official notification PDF.
| Stage | Papers/Subjects | Mode of Exam | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | Law, General Knowledge, Language | Offline (OMR) / Online (CBT) | 2-3 Hours (Tentative) |
| Mains | Law Paper I, Law Paper II, Language Paper, Essay | Offline (Descriptive) | 3 Hours per Paper |
| Viva-Voce | Personality & Interview | Face-to-Face | -- |
Negative Marking
To be confirmed in the detailed notification. Usually, 1/4th or 1/3rd marks are deducted for wrong answers in Preliminary exams.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 700/- |
| SC / ST (of Meghalaya) | Rs. 350/- |
| PWD / PH | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Online (UPI / Netbanking / Debit Card / Credit Card via SBI payment portal) or SBI e-Challan |
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website: www.meghalayahighcourt.nic.in.
- Navigate to the "Recruitment / Career" section on the homepage.
- Find the link for Civil Judge (Junior Division)-cum-Judicial Magistrate First Class (Grade-III) Recruitment 2026.
- Click on "Apply Online" and complete the registration process with valid details.
- Fill in the application form carefully, uploading required documents (Photo, Signature, Educational Certificates, Practice Certificate).
- Pay the application fee according to your category via the SBI payment gateway.
- Review all details and submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
- Deadline: Ensure submission is completed before 17-03-2026.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 17-02-2026
- Online Application Starts: 17-02-2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 17-03-2026
- Admit Card Release: To be notified on the official website.
- Exam Date: To be notified.
Important Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online Link (Active from 17-02-2026)
- Official Website
Active Recruitments
| Job Name | Location | Last Date | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Meghalaya High Court Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
|
Shillong | 17th March, 2026 | View Details |
Past/Expired Recruitments
| Job Details | Closing Date |
|---|---|
|
Stenographer Grade-I
( 20 Posts) Posts • MG Road, Shillong
|
19th January 2026 |
|
Judicial Officer Grade-III
( 11 Posts) Posts • High Court of Meghalaya, Shillong
|
21st November 2025 |
|
Law Clerk
( 03 Posts) Posts • High Court of Meghalaya, Shillong
|
23rd May 2025 |
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Closing: Mar 15, 2026About High Court of Meghalaya
Shillong became the capital of the then Assam under the Chief Commissioner upon taking away its management from the Lieutenant Governor of Bengal vide Proclamation No.379 dated 06.02.1874 and Notification No.380 issued by the Governor General in Council. In the same year, in April, the Scheduled Districts Act, 1874 was enacted and the entire Assam under the Chief Commissioner was declared to be Scheduled Districts.
On 11th September, 1968 the Government of India announced a scheme for constituting an autonomous State within the State of Assam comprising certain areas specified in Part A of the table appended to paragraph 20 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution. In terms of the said announcement, the Constitution (22nd Amendment) Act, 1969 was enacted conferring power on the Parliament for the formation of an autonomous State within the State of Assam. Accordingly, Assam Reorganization (Meghalaya) Act, 1969 (Act 55 of 1969) was enacted for establishing autonomous State of Meghalaya within the State of Assam making special provisions with respect to application of laws in Meghalaya. The autonomous State of Meghalaya comprises of the United Khasi-Jaintia Hills District and the Garo Hills District appearing at Serial No.1 and 2 of the table appended to paragraph 20 of the Sixth Schedule. The formation of autonomous State of Meghalaya is under paragraph 12A of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution of India inserted by the Assam Reorganization (Meghalaya) Act, 1969.
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