Delhi Judicial Service
High Court of Delhi
The High Court of Delhi holds the Delhi Judicial Service Examination to recruit judicial officers to the Delhi Judicial Service under the Delhi Judic…
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DHJS Previous Year Question Papers
Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination
High Court of DelhiDelhi14 papers · 2013–2024Verified 10 Oct 2026
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About DHJS
The High Court of Delhi holds the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination to recruit advocates and judicial officers with seven years of combined experience directly into the Delhi Higher Judicial Service under the Delhi Higher Judicial Service Rules, 1970. Selection runs in three stages: an objective preliminary examination that only screens candidates, a written mains examination of four papers, and a viva-voce. The 2026 examination was advertised on 01.07.2026 for 27 vacancies (24 existing and 3 anticipated).
Eligibility (summary)
For the 2026 examination: a citizen of India who, as an advocate, has practised continuously for at least seven years, or who has seven years of combined experience as an advocate and judicial officer, as on 15.07.2026, and is aged 35 to under 45 years on that date. Read the latest notification for exact age limits, relaxations and qualifications.
Stages & subjects
- 1
Preliminary Examination
One objective paper of 150 questions with 25% negative marking; qualifying only
- 2
Mains Examination (Written)
Four descriptive papers: General Knowledge & Language, Law I, Law II and Law III
- 3
Viva-Voce
Viva-voce of 250 marks; added to mains marks for the final merit list
General Knowledge & LanguageThe Constitution of IndiaCode of Civil Procedure, 1908Indian Evidence Act, 1872 and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023Transfer of Property Act, 1882Indian Contract Act, 1872Specific Relief Act, 1963Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996Personal LawsIndian Penal Code, 1860 and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 and Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881Commercial and intellectual property lawsLabour laws
Exam pattern
Summarised from the official notification. Patterns change; confirm in the latest notice.
| Stage | Pattern |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | A screening test of qualifying nature: one paper of 150 multiple choice questions of one mark each (maximum 150 marks), with 25% negative marking for each wrong answer; duration 2 hours. Minimum qualifying marks 50% for general and 45% for SC, ST and PwD candidates; not more than twenty times the vacancies in each category go to the mains. Prelims marks do not count for the final merit.DHJS Examination 2026 instructions (July 2026) · source |
| Mains Examination (Written) | Four written papers: Paper I General Knowledge & Language (150 marks, 2 hours), Paper II Law-I (200 marks, 3 hours), Paper III Law-II (200 marks, 3 hours) and Paper IV Law-III (200 marks, 3 hours). General candidates need 45% in each paper and 50% in aggregate (SC, ST and PwD: 40% and 45%).DHJS Examination 2026 instructions (July 2026) · source |
| Viva-Voce | Viva-voce of 250 marks; general candidates need at least 50% and SC, ST and PwD candidates 45% to be recommended. Candidates called are limited to three times the vacancies in each category. The final merit list adds mains and viva-voce marks.DHJS Examination 2026 instructions (July 2026) · source |
Preparing with DHJS papers
- Start with the most recent paper (2024) to see the current style, then work backwards.
- Practise each stage separately: Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination (Written), Viva-Voce.
- Re-check the syllabus in the latest notification before relying on older papers.
FAQs
Where can I download DHJS previous year papers?
PYQSathi lists 14 DHJS papers from 2013 to 2024, each linked to its official source. Open the paper library above and pick a year.
Who conducts DHJS?
DHJS is conducted by the High Court of Delhi. Notifications, dates and results are published on its official website.
Is this information official?
No. PYQSathi is independent. We summarise official documents and link to them, last checked 10 Oct 2026. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
Official sources
- High Court of Delhi — official website
- High Court of Delhi advertisement: Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026 (01.07.2026)
- Instructions for Delhi Higher Judicial Service Examination 2026: scheme and syllabus
- High Court of Delhi: Previous Years Question Papers, Delhi Higher Judicial Service
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