High Court of Meghalaya Recruitment 2025: Applications are invited by the High Court of Meghalaya for direct recruitment to Grade-III Judicial Officers under the Meghalaya Judicial Service Rules 2006 (with amendments up to 2025). A total of 11 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can apply online between 27 Oct and 21 Nov, 2025.
Job Highlights
| Organization |
Post Name |
No. of Vacancies |
Pay Level |
Application Mode |
Last Date |
| High Court of Meghalaya |
Grade-III Judicial Officers |
11 |
Level J-1 (Rs. 77,840/- per month plus allowances) |
Online |
21 November 2025 (5:00 PM) |
Vacancy Details
| Sl. No. |
Category / Reservation |
No. of Posts |
| 1 |
Khasi & Jaintia |
4 |
| 2 |
Garo |
4 |
| 3 |
OST/OSC |
1 |
| 4 |
Unreserved |
2 |
Eligibility & Important Dates
- Educational Qualification: Degree in Law from a recognized University in India.
- Minimum Practice: Must have minimum 3 years of practice as an advocate as on the last date of application.
- Working Language Knowledge: Must have working knowledge of Khasi, Jaintia or Garo.
- Age Limit: General category: Not above 35 years; SC/ST: Not above 38 years as on the last date of application.
- Application Window: Opens 27 October 2025; Closes 21 November 2025, up to 5:00 PM.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee Amount |
| General |
₹700 |
| SC/ST |
₹350 |
| PwBD (with valid certificate) |
Exempted |
Payment modes: SBI e-Challan (cash at any SBI branch) OR Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking via SBI. Payments made after deadline or by other means will not be accepted. Fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply (Easy step-by-step)
- Visit the official website of the High Court of Meghalaya: meghalayahighcourt.nic.in.
- Click on the recruitment notification “Advertisement No. HCM.11/27/2024-Rect/12”.
- Register for “One‐Time Registration” if you are applying for the first time.
- Login and fill the online application form with your details (personal, educational, contact info), upload required documents.
- Upload the following documents: citizenship proof, age proof, law degree & mark sheets, advocate enrollment/practice certificate, experience certificate, caste/disability certificate (if applicable), two character certificates, recent passport-size photograph.
- Pay the application fee online through the available modes before the deadline.
- Submit the application form and save/print the confirmation page for your records.
- Keep your registered email/mobile active for further communications (admit card, exam schedule etc.).
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Screening Test): Objective type, 100 marks, 2 hours; qualifying nature (marks not counted in final merit) – No negative marking.
- Main (Written) Examination: Five descriptive papers including English (Essay, Precis, Grammar), General Knowledge, Law Paper I, Law Paper II, Local Language (Khasi, Jaintia or Garo).
- Viva-Voce / Interview: Carries 70 marks; evaluates personality, communication skills, legal acumen, suitability for judicial service.
Conclusion
This recruitment of Grade-III Judicial Officers by the High Court of Meghalaya for 2025 presents an excellent opportunity for law graduates with requisite experience and local language knowledge. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online before the closing date and ensure all criteria are met to avoid any disqualification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 1. What is the last date to apply?
- The last date to apply online is 21 November 2025 (till 5:00 PM).
- 2. How many vacancies are available?
- There are a total of 11 vacancies for Grade-III Judicial Officers.
- 3. What is the qualification required?
- Must have a Law degree from a recognized University and a minimum of 3 years’ practice as an advocate.
- 4. What is the age limit?
- General category: Not above 35 years; SC/ST: Not above 38 years as on last date of application.
- 5. Is knowledge of local language required?
- Yes — Candidates must have working knowledge of Khasi, Jaintia or Garo.
- 6. What is the application fee?
- ₹700 for General category, ₹350 for SC/ST; PwBD (with certificate) are exempted.
- 7. How will the selection process be conducted?
- Selection will involve a Preliminary (screening) exam, a Main (written) exam with descriptive papers, and a Viva-Voce (interview) round.
- 8. Can I apply after the last date?
- No. Applications submitted after 21 November 2025 or not meeting criteria will be rejected. Always apply before the deadline.
Those who wish to apply are advised to go through the below official notification in detail before submitting application.
