Judicial Services (PCS-J) is the examination conducted by State Public Service Commissions for recruitment of Civil Judge (Junior Division). It is one of the most prestigious legal careers in India, offering direct entry into the judiciary.
As a Civil Judge, you preside over:
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Civil suits
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Criminal cases (minor)
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Family disputes
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Property cases
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Contractual disputes
The selection process is three-stage:
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Preliminary Examination (Objective)
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Mains Examination (Descriptive)
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Interview / Viva Voce
This exam tests deep conceptual clarity of law, writing ability, interpretation skills, and judicial temperament. It is not just memory-based – it requires application of law.
Candidates must have:
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LLB degree
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Enrolment with State Bar Council
This exam demands serious long-term preparation (1–2 years).
Eligibility Criteria
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Salary: ₹ 25000
Important Date
Starting Date: 01-Feb-2026 12:00 AM
Closing Date: 03-Mar-2026 12:00 AM
Prelims
Civil Law (CPC, Contract, TPA)
Criminal Law (IPC, CrPC, Evidence)
Constitution
Current Affairs
General Knowledge
Mains
Paper 1: Civil Law
Paper 2: Criminal Law
Paper 3: Language (Hindi/English Essay, Precis)
Paper 4: Law Paper (Constitution, Jurisprudence)
Interview
Law knowledge
Ethics
Personality
Guidelines
Disclaimer
- Read the question carefully.
- Select the best answer from the provided options.
- Ensure you have a stable Internet connection.
- After selecting your answer, click on the "Submit" button.