Andhra Pradesh High Court Civil Judge (Junior Division) Recruitment 2025: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh has recently released multiple recruitment notifications for judicial positions, providing significant career opportunities for aspiring legal professionals. This blog provides a detailed overview of the latest recruitment drive, application process, eligibility criteria, and important dates to help candidates successfully navigate the selection process.

Civil Judge (Junior Division) Recruitment Notification

The Andhra Pradesh High Court at Amaravati has issued Notification No. 5/2025-RC, dated 14.02.2025, inviting applications for Civil Judge (Junior Division) positions. This recruitment offers 50 vacancies, distributed as follows:

• Direct Recruitment: 40 posts
• Recruitment by Transfer: 10 posts

Vacancy and Reservation Details

Direct Recruitment

Recruitment by Transfer

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications

• Direct Recruitment: Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized Indian university.
• Recruitment by Transfer: Candidates must possess a Law Degree and should be a confirmed member or approved probationer in any of the designated service categories.

Age Limit

• Direct Recruitment: Maximum 35 years as of 01.02.2025
  • Relaxation:
    • SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years
    • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 years
    • Defense service members: Deduction of actual service period
• Recruitment by Transfer: Maximum 48 years as of 01.02.2025

Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from ₹77,840 to ₹1,36,520 per month, making it a lucrative judicial career opportunity.

Selection Process

1. Screening Test

• Computer-Based Test (CBT) with 100 multiple-choice questions
• Duration: 2 hours
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% and above (shortlisted in 1:10 ratio for the written examination)
• Marks obtained will not count toward the final merit list

2. Written Examination

Consists of three papers, each of 100 marks and 3 hours duration:

• Paper I: Civil Laws
• Paper II: Criminal Laws
• Paper III: English Translation (25 marks) & Essay Writing (75 marks)

3. Viva Voce (Interview)

• Carries 50 marks
• Candidates absent for the interview will be disqualified

Minimum Marks for Final Selection

Syllabus Overview

Civil Laws

• Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
• Indian Contract Act, 1872
• Hindu Marriage Act, 1955
• Hindu Succession Act, 1956
• Indian Easements Act, 1882
• Specific Relief Act, 1963
• Limitation Act, 1963
• Transfer of Property Act, 1882
• Civil Rules of Practice
• Registration Act, 1908
• Indian Stamp Act, 1899
• A.P. Land Encroachment Act, 1905
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Criminal Laws

• Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
• Indian Penal Code, 1860
• Indian Evidence Act, 1872
• Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
• Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
• Criminal Rules of Practice
• A.P. Excise Act, 1968
• A.P. Gaming Act, 1974
• Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015

Application & Examination Fee

• Mode of Payment: Online
• Non-refundable

Examination Centers

The Screening Test will be conducted in:

1. Guntur
2. Kurnool
3. Rajahmundry
4. Tirupati
5. Vijayawada
6. Visakhapatnam

The Written Examination venue will be announced after the Screening Test results.

Conclusion

The Andhra Pradesh High Court’s recruitment for Civil Judge (Junior Division) is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals looking to establish a career in the judiciary. Understanding the eligibility criteria, selection process, and syllabus can help candidates prepare effectively.

Mark your calendars and start preparing today! For official notifications and updates, visit the High Court’s website.

Best wishes to all aspirants!

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