The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) is inviting applications for the position of Judicial Member with a total of 11013 vacancies. Interested candidates must submit their applications by 20 December 2026 at 05.30 P.M.
CAT Judicial Member Recruitment 2026: 11013 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT); selection by Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India |
| Post Name | Judicial Member |
| Advt No | A-11013/1/2025-AT |
| Total Vacancies | 11013 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Principal Bench, New Delhi, or any of the 18 CAT Benches |
| Official Website | dopt.gov.in, cgat.gov.in |
Important Dates
This section outlines the crucial dates related to the recruitment process.
| Last Date to Apply | 20 December 2026, 05.30 P.M. (application must reach) |
Application Fee
There is no application fee specified in the notification.
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Categories | Not specified |
Age Limit
The notification does not specify an age limit for applying.
| Age Limit | Not specified |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies for the Judicial Member position are as follows.
| Post | Vacancies |
| Judicial Member | 11013 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria to apply for the Judicial Member position. The qualifications include being a present or former High Court Judge, a District Judge, an Additional District Judge with a combined ten years of experience, an advocate with ten years of practice in service matters, or an Indian Legal Service officer in Grade I or above. The last date of receipt of applications is the crucial date for deciding eligibility.
| Qualifications | Details |
| High Court Judge | Must be a present or former Judge |
| District Judge / Additional District Judge | Combined ten years of experience required |
| Advocate | Ten years of practice in service matters required |
| Indian Legal Service Officer | Grade I or above |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary structure for the Judicial Member position is as follows.
| Salary | Rs. 2,25,000 (fixed) per month |
| Allowances | As admissible to a Government of India officer holding a Group ‘A’ post carrying the same pay |
Selection Process
The selection process is conducted by the Search-cum-Selection Committee and involves multiple stages.
- Scrutiny of applications for suitability.
- Shortlisting candidates for personal interaction.
- Personal interaction with shortlisted candidates.
- Final selection based on overall evaluation of qualification, experience, and personal interaction.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply offline by following these steps.
- Download the application proforma from the DoPT or CAT website.
- Fill in every point and column of the application form neatly.
- Paste a signed photograph on the application form.
- Complete sections on work experience and achievements.
- Sign the declaration at the end of the form.
- Send the application through proper channel, if applicable.
- Deliver the application to the Secretary, DoPT, New Delhi by hand, speed post, or registered post.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
No, freshers are not eligible. Candidates must have specific experience as outlined in the eligibility criteria.
What documents are needed for verification?
Documents required include the application form, bio-data, certificates from the employer, and integrity clearance, among others.
What is the mode of selection?
The mode of selection involves scrutiny, shortlisting, personal interaction, and final evaluation by the Search-cum-Selection Committee.
Documents Required
- Bio-data in the proforma at Annexure-I.
- Certificate from the employer as in Annexure-II.
- Photocopies of the up-to-date CR/APAR dossier.
- Cadre clearance.
- Integrity certificate as in Annexure-III.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting the application after the deadline.
- Not providing a signed photograph as required.
- Missing to fill in all sections of the application form.
- Not sending the application through the proper channel if applicable.
- Using an incorrect format for the application proforma.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: केंद्रीय प्रशासनिक न्यायालय (CAT)
- पद: न्यायिक सदस्य
- कुल पद: 11013
- योग्यता: उच्च न्यायालय के न्यायाधीश, जिला न्यायाधीश, या अधिवक्ता
- आयु सीमा: निर्दिष्ट नहीं
- अंतिम तिथि: 20 दिसंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन आवेदन पत्र भरकर भेजें।
| CAT Judicial Member Application Form (Annexure-I) | Open |
| CAT Judicial Member Vacancy Circular PDF | Download |
| Source 1 | documents.doptcirculars.nic.in |
| Source 2 | dopt.gov.in |
| Source 3 | doptcirculars.nic.in |
