Karnataka HC LDCE 2026 – District Judge Recruitment
Recruitment Overview
| Organization Name | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Application Mode | Job Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Court of Karnataka | District Judge (Promotion) | 79 | Online Only | Bengaluru |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 15 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Eligibility Reckoning Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Fee Last Date | Check Official Notification |
| Written Exam Date | Check Official Notification |
| Viva‑voce Date | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission End Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Date | Check Official Notification |
| Reporting Date | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
No Application Fee.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
| Post Name | Vacancy | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale | Category Breakup | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Judge (Promotion) | 79 | Minimum 35 years | Serving Senior Civil Judge with at least 3 years as Senior Civil Judge and 7 years total service in Civil Judge & Senior Civil Judge cadre | Not specified | Not provided | Bengaluru |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) consisting of a Written Examination followed by a Viva‑voce.
- Selection is strictly on the basis of merit.
- The exact syllabus, pattern, and marks distribution are not detailed in the notification; refer to the Karnataka Judicial Service (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2025.
- Eligible candidates will be intimated via SMS and email; Admission Cards must be downloaded from the official website.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the High Court of Karnataka’s official website.
- Fill the online application, providing a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Upload a recent passport‑size photograph (white background, 5 cm × 3.6 cm, max 50 KB, JPG) and a signature (black ballpoint on white paper, 2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, max 25 KB, JPG).
- Verify all details for correctness before submission.
- Submit the application well before the deadline (15 September 2026, 11:59 PM).
Required Documents / Uploads
- Passport‑size photograph (white background, 5 cm × 3.6 cm, ≤ 50 KB, JPG)
- Signature (black ballpoint on white paper, 2.5 cm × 7.5 cm, ≤ 25 KB, JPG)
- Valid personal mobile number and email ID
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who can apply for this Karnataka High Court LDCE 2026?
Only serving Senior Civil Judges who have at least 3 years of service as a Senior Civil Judge, a minimum of 7 years total service in the Civil Judge & Senior Civil Judge cadre, and have attained 35 years of age as on 28 August 2026.
Q2. How many District Judge posts are available under this LDCE?
79 posts, under the 25 % LDCE quota of the District Judge cadre, subject to alteration based on a pending Supreme Court writ petition.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
15 September 2026, 11:59 PM, through the official website.
Q4. What is the selection process?
A Limited Departmental Competitive Examination consisting of a Written Examination followed by a Viva‑voce, strictly on the basis of merit.
Q5. How many times can a candidate attempt this LDCE?
A maximum of 3 (three) attempts.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |