Meghalaya High Court Recruitment 2025 — Short description: The High Court of Meghalaya, Shillong (Advertisement No. HCM.11/27/2024-Rect/12 dated 27 October 2025) invites online applications for direct recruitment to 11 posts of Grade-III Judicial Officers under the Meghalaya Judicial Service Rules, 2006 (amended up to 2025). Pay level J-1 (₹77,840 per month + allowances). Apply online between 27 October 2025 and 21 November 2025 (5:00 PM).
Contents
- Job Highlights
- Vacancy & Reservation (Category wise)
- Eligibility Criteria (As per Notification)
- Application Fee
- How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Selection Process (Brief)
- Important Dates
- Important Instructions & Terms
- Official & Source Links
- FAQ
- 1. How many Grade-III Judicial Officer posts are available?
- 2. What is the pay scale for Grade-III Judicial Officers?
- 3. What is the last date to apply?
- 4. What is the minimum practice requirement?
- 5. Is there an age relaxation?
- 6. How will the selection be conducted?
- 7. How to pay the application fee?
- Disclaimer
Job Highlights
| Recruiting Body | High Court of Meghalaya, Shillong |
|---|---|
| Post | Grade-III Judicial Officers (Meghalaya Judicial Service) |
| Total Vacancies | 11 |
| Pay Level | J-1 — ₹77,840 / month + allowances |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Window | 27 Oct 2025 — 21 Nov 2025 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary (Screening) → Main (Written) → Viva-Voce |
| Official PDF | Download Notice (R196.pdf) |
Vacancy & Reservation (Category wise)
| Category / Schedule | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Khasi-Jaintia | 4 |
| Garo | 4 |
| OST/OSC | 1 |
| Unreserved | 2 |
| Total | 11 |
Eligibility Criteria (As per Notification)
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Educational Qualification: Degree in Law from a recognized university established by law in India.
- Standing in Profession: Minimum of 3 years of practice as an advocate as on the last date of application.
- Language: Working knowledge of Khasi, Jaintia, or Garo is required (as applicable).
- Age Limit (as on last date of application):
- General Category: Not above 35 years.
- SC / ST: Not above 38 years.
Application Fee
- General: ₹700
- SC / ST: ₹350
- PwBD: Exempted (on production of valid certificate)
- Payment Modes: SBI e-Challan (cash at SBI branch) OR Debit/Credit Card / Net Banking (State Bank of India). Fees paid after deadline or by other means will not be accepted. Fees are non-refundable.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Read the official notification: Download PDF.
- Visit the High Court of Meghalaya website: www.meghalayahighcourt.nic.in.
- Register (one-time registration for first-time users) and login to the recruitment portal.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational and professional details.
- Upload required documents: proof of citizenship and age, law degree & mark sheets, enrolment/practice certificate, experience certificate, caste/disability certificate (if applicable), two character certificates, passport photo, etc.
- Pay the application fee via the allowed modes before the deadline.
- Submit the form and save/print the confirmation for future reference.
Selection Process (Brief)
The recruitment will follow the Meghalaya Judicial Service Rules (2006) as amended. The selection stages are:
- Preliminary Examination (Screening Test): Objective-type MCQ paper of 100 marks, 2 hours. Qualifying in nature (no negative marking). Shortlisting is ordinarily 10× vacancies.
- Main Written Examination: Five descriptive papers covering English, General Knowledge, Law Paper I & II, and Local Language (Khasi/Jaintia/Garo). (Marks per paper as per notification.)
- Viva-Voce / Interview: 70 marks; assesses personality, communication skills, legal acumen and suitability for judicial service.
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 27 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 27 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 November 2025 (up to 5:00 PM) |
Important Instructions & Terms
- Applications not submitted online or without correct fee/payment will be rejected.
- Meeting eligibility does not guarantee selection or an exam/interview call.
- No TA/DA will be paid for any stage of the selection process.
- All official communications (admit cards, results, updates) will be posted on the High Court website — individual correspondence is not guaranteed.
- The High Court reserves the right to cancel/modify/postpone the recruitment and to relax conditions where necessary.
- Canvassing or submission of false documents will result in disqualification and possible legal action.
Official & Source Links
- Official Notification (PDF): R196.pdf — High Court of Meghalaya
- High Court Website: https://meghalayahighcourt.nic.in
FAQ
1. How many Grade-III Judicial Officer posts are available?
There are 11 posts as per the notification.
2. What is the pay scale for Grade-III Judicial Officers?
Pay Level J-1 — ₹77,840 per month plus allowances.
3. What is the last date to apply?
Online applications close on 21 November 2025 (5:00 PM).
4. What is the minimum practice requirement?
Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years practice as an advocate on the last date of application.
5. Is there an age relaxation?
Yes. General category limit is 35 years; SC/ST candidates have an upper age limit of 38 years (as on last date).
6. How will the selection be conducted?
Selection will be by Preliminary (screening) exam, Main written exam (five papers), and Viva-Voce (70 marks).
7. How to pay the application fee?
Via SBI e-Challan (cash at SBI branch) or SBI NetBanking / Debit / Credit Card. PwBD candidates with valid certificate are exempted.
Disclaimer
This page summarizes the official High Court of Meghalaya recruitment notification (R196.pdf). Candidates must read the full official notification and verify all details on the High Court website before applying. We are not responsible for changes made by the recruiting authority.