Delhi High Court Publishes Provisional Answer Key for JJA 2026 Examination
The High Court of Delhi has officially released the provisional answer key for the Junior Judicial Assistant (JJA)/Restorer (Open) written examination conducted in 2026. This significant development allows all candidates who participated in the test to meticulously review their responses and assess their performance. The answer key is now accessible through the official website of the Delhi High Court, ensuring complete transparency in the evaluation process for this crucial recruitment drive.
Examination Details and Answer Key Availability
The written examination for the recruitment of Junior Judicial Assistants was successfully held on March 22, 2026. Following the test, the provisional answer key was made available to candidates on March 24, 2026. This timely release provides applicants with a valuable opportunity to compare their marked responses against the official answers, enabling self-evaluation immediately after the examination.
To facilitate candidate feedback, the Delhi High Court has established a dedicated objection window. Candidates can raise objections regarding any discrepancies or issues found in the provisional answer key. This objection period is active from March 24 to March 27, 2026, with a strict deadline of 04:00 PM on March 27. All objections must be submitted within this timeframe to be considered for review.
Comprehensive Recruitment Timeline and Process
The recruitment process for the Junior Judicial Assistant positions was initiated with an official notification released on January 31, 2026. The application window opened on February 4, 2026 and concluded on February 23, 2026. To assist applicants, the High Court provided an additional opportunity for candidates to edit their already submitted application forms on March 1, 2026.
The selection process for these positions involves multiple rigorous stages designed to identify the most qualified candidates:
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- English Typing Test
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates must successfully qualify each stage before progressing to the subsequent phase of the recruitment process.
Vacancy Distribution and Eligibility Requirements
This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 152 positions for Junior Judicial Assistant/Restorer roles. The vacancies have been distributed across various categories to ensure equitable representation:
- 62 posts for Unreserved Category candidates
- 12 posts for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates
- 44 posts for Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates
- 20 posts for Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates
- 14 posts for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates
The eligibility criteria for applicants include:
- A graduate degree from a recognized university
- Typing speed of at least 35 words per minute
- Age between 18 and 32 years as of January 1, 2026
- Age relaxation applicable as per existing government rules
Application Fees and Next Steps in Recruitment
The application fee structure for this recruitment has been established as follows:
- Rs 1,500 for candidates belonging to General, OBC, and EWS categories
- Rs 1,300 for SC, ST, female, and PH/PWD candidates
All payments must be made exclusively through online modes as specified by the Delhi High Court.
Once the objection window closes on March 27, 2026, the examination authorities will thoroughly review all submitted objections. Following this review process, the Delhi High Court will release the final answer key. Subsequent stages of the recruitment examination will proceed based on the updated results and merit lists derived from this final evaluation.
The release of the provisional answer key represents a critical milestone in this transparent recruitment process, allowing candidates to actively participate in ensuring the accuracy and fairness of the evaluation system before final results are determined.
