The High Court of Judicature at Patna has released a recruitment notification for the position of District Judge (Entry Level) directly from the bar exam for the year 2023. Here are the key details:
Overview of the Recruitment
- Advertisement No.: BSJS/1/2023
- Total Vacancies: 30, including 4 backlog vacancies
- Revised Pay Scale: Rs. 144840-194660/- Level: J-5 (pre-revised pay scale of Rs. 51550-1230-58930-1380-63070/-)
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 22.12.2023
- Application End Date: 20.01.2024 till 23:59 hours
- Last Date for Uploading Documents: 27.01.2024 till 23:59 hours
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Applicants must be eligible advocates.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be at least 35 years old and not older than 50 years as on 01.01.2023.
- Experience: Applicants must have completed 7 years of practice as of the last date of application submission and should have appeared in at least 24 cases per year in the last 3 years.
Selection Process
- The selection process includes a Written and Viva-Voce test. A screening test may be held to shortlist candidates for the written test.
- The written test details, marking scheme, and other procedures will be determined by the High Court.
Application Procedure
- Application Mode: Online through the official website www.patnahighcourt.gov.in.
- Candidates need to upload scanned copies of their photograph, signature, and a handwritten declaration.
- The application fee is Rs. 1500/- (Rs. 750/- for SC/ST and Orthopedically Handicapped candidates from Bihar).
Additional Information
- There are specific guidelines for reservations for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories and women candidates.
- Selected candidates will undergo a medical examination.
- The probation period for selected candidates is one year.
For detailed information, instructions, and online application, candidates should visit the official website of the Patna High Court. It is important for candidates to ensure they meet all the eligibility criteria and follow the application process as specified in the notification.
Official Notification
