Manipur Judicial Service Grade-I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for District Judge Cadre

The High Court of Manipur, Imphal has released an official recruitment advertisement (No. HCMEST-12011/2/2026-ESTT-II SECTION-HCM/16947) for direct recruitment to the post of Manipur Judicial Service Grade – I. The conditions of service will be governed under the Manipur Judicial Service Rules, 2005 as amended from time to time. Eligible advocates and in-service judicial officers can submit their applications online through the official website from 5 September 2026 to 22 September 2026 up to 4:00 PM.

Manipur Judicial Service Grade-I Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification & Experience:

• Must be a holder of a Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized University.
• For Advocates: Must be actively practicing as an Advocate in Courts of Civil and Criminal jurisdiction on the last date fixed for receipt of applications, and must have practiced for not less than 7 (seven) years continuously as on that date. (Advocate includes Government Pleaders and Public Prosecutors).
• For In-Service Judicial Officers: The officer must have completed continuous 7 years or more at the Bar before entering Judicial Service, or continuous 7 years or more as a Judicial Officer, or a combined experience of 7 years or more as an Advocate and Judicial Officer as on the closing date.
• Must possess sufficient working knowledge of the State Official Language (Manipuri).
• Must upload the Certificate of Practice / Experience in the prescribed proforma.

2. Age Limit (As on 22.09.2026):

• Candidate must be not below 35 years of age.
• Upper Age Limit:
  • General / Unreserved Candidates: Maximum 45 years
  • OBC Candidates: Maximum 48 years
  • SC & ST Candidates: Maximum 50 years

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

The selection process comprises a Written Examination followed by a Viva-Voce / Personal Interview:

1. Written Examination (300 Marks | 3 Papers of 3 Hours Each):

* Qualifying Criterion: Candidates securing 50% or more marks in the written examination are eligible for Viva-Voce. Shortlisting for Viva-Voce is done up to 3 times the number of vacancies.

2. Viva-Voce / Interview (50 Marks):

• Knowledge of Manipur State Official Language (Manipuri) will be tested during the interview.
• Candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks in the Viva-Voce to be eligible for inclusion in the final select list.

Examination Fee

The examination fee must be paid online via State Bank Collect only. The payment receipt must be uploaded in the designated field in the online application. Fees once paid will not be refunded.

Required Documents to Upload

Keep the following scanned files ready before filling the online form:

• Recent Passport-Size Photograph (.jpg/.jpeg, 25 KB to 100 KB, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm).
• Signature on plain white paper (.jpg/.jpeg, 10 KB to 50 KB, 3.5 cm x 1.15 cm).
• Left Thumb Impression on plain white paper (.jpg/.jpeg, 10 KB to 50 KB, 3.5 cm x 1.15 cm).
• Class X Certificate for Date of Birth proof (.pdf, 500 KB to 1 MB).
• LL.B. Degree Certificate (.pdf, 500 KB to 1 MB).
• Certificate of Practice / Experience in prescribed Annexure format (.pdf, 500 KB to 1 MB).
• Other Qualification Certificates, if any (.pdf, 500 KB to 1 MB).
• SC / ST / OBC Certificate, if applicable (.pdf, 500 KB to 1 MB).
• PwD Certificate, if seeking fee exemption (.pdf, 500 KB to 1 MB).
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates in Government Service (.pdf, 500 KB to 1 MB).

How to Apply for Manipur Judicial Service Grade-I 2026?

1. Visit the official portal at hcmrecruitment.hcmdigital.in.
2. Click on the link “Apply here for the Post of MJS GRADE – I”.
3. Click on “New User? Register Now” and enter your active email ID and mobile number to complete the registration.
4. Log in with your generated Registration Number and Password.
5. Click on “Apply Now” and fill in all personal, academic, and practice details accurately.
6. Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, left thumb impression, and all required supporting certificates.
7. Pay the examination fee online through State Bank Collect and upload the fee receipt.
8. Submit the online form and keep a printed copy of the application and fee receipt for future reference.

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