Andhra Pradesh Judiciary 2025 - Exam Pattern, Selection Process, Eligibility

Overview:  Andhra Pradesh High Court, Amravati, will announce the notification for Civil Judge positions soon. Stay updated with the information by visiting us regularly, in this article you will get know complete information about the AP Judiciary exam.

If you are one of the aspirants of Andhra Pradesh Judiciary, then you must read this blog to know all the details about the latest APCJ vacancy 2025

In this Blog, we will cover:

• About Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh
• Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Vacancies 2025
• Application Process
• Important dates
• Syllabus of Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam
• The pattern of Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2025

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Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2025 Details

Here are all the important details that you should know about the Andhra Pradesh Judiciary exams:

Details	Information
Post	Civil Judge (Junior Division)
Total Vacancies	50 (40 Direct Recruitment, 10 Recruitment by Transfer)
Pay Scale	Rs. 77,840 – Rs. 1,36,520
Application Dates	20th February to 17th March 2025
Examination Date	16th April 2025 (Screening Test)
Age Limit for Direct Recruitment	Maximum 35 years as of 01.02.2025
Age Limit for Recruitment by Transfer	Maximum 48 years as of 01.02.2025
Application Fee	Rs. 1500 (OC/EWS/BC) / Rs. 750 (SC/ST/Persons with Disabilities)
Examination Centers	Guntur, Kurnool, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam

Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Vacancies 2025

Andhra Pradesh High Court Amravati has released its 2025  Judiciary Vacancies under Direct Recruitment and Recruitment by Transferring on the official website soon.

In this vacancy list, the Judicial Service Andhra Pradesh has segregated some seats for the Direct recruitment process, while the remaining will be allotted on a promotion basis. Also, the direct recruitment seats have been reversed under different categories to give all participants and the General candidates equal chances.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	14th February 2025
Online Application Start Date	20th February 2025
Last Date for Online Application	17th March 2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
Hall Ticket Download	7th April to 16th April 2025
Screening Test (CBT)	16th April 2025
Question Paper & Preliminary Key Release Date	22nd April 2025

Previous Year Vacancy Details of AP Judiciary

Distribution of the Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Vacancies 2024

Segment	Post under the Direct recruitment process	Opening under the Transfer recruitment
OC	11	5
EWS	7	1
BC-A	2	1
BC - B	2
BC - C	2
BC - D	1
BC - E	2
SC	3 (one for woman)
ST	2
Total	32	7

Notes: In each of these categories, women have received reservations separately. Openings for Women is available in EWS, BC - A, BC - B & SC segments. 

Steps to Apply for Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh 2025

• Visit the Official Website: Go to the High Court of Andhra Pradesh's official website: https://hc.ap.nic.in
• Check for the Official Notification: On the homepage, look for the "Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2025 Notification" under the "Recruitment" or "Latest Announcements" section.
• Register for the Exam: Click on the "Apply Online" link. New users must complete a one-time registration (OTR) by providing a valid email ID, mobile number, and basic details.
• Fill Out the Application Form: Log in using the registration credentials (Username & Password). Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information. Carefully review the form before proceeding to the next step.
• Upload Required Documents: Upload scanned copies of the following documents in prescribed formats:

1. Passport-sized photograph (JPEG/PNG, under 100 KB)
2. Scanned signature (JPEG/PNG, under 50 KB)
3. LLB Degree Certificate
4. Enrolment Certificate (Bar Council registration)
5. Caste Certificate (if applicable)
6. Disability Certificate (if applicable)

• Pay the Application Fee: The application fee can be paid online using debit card, credit card, UPI, or net banking. Category-wise fee details:

Category	Application Fee
General/OBC	₹800/-
SC/ST/PwD	₹400/-

• Submit the Application Form: Double-check all the details. Click on "Submit" to complete the application process. Once submitted, no further changes can be made.
• Download and Print the Application Form: After successful submission, download the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Andhra Pradesh Judiciay Exam 2025 Syllabus

If you know the syllabus, you have met half of your goal, and if not, you will get into real trouble. We have enlisted the Civil and Criminal Law syllabus in the table below for reference. Take a close look and start gathering your materials on Judiciary Exam Syllabus:

Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2025 - Syllabus for Screening Test & Written Examination

Category	Subjects Covered
Civil Laws	1) The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 2) The Indian Contract Act, 1872 3) The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 4) The Hindu Succession Act, 1956 5) The Indian Easements Act, 1882 6) The Specific Relief Act, 1963 7) The Limitation Act, 1963 8) The Transfer of Property Act, 1882 9) The Civil Rules of Practice 10) The Registration Act, 1908 & The Indian Stamp Act, 1899 11) The A.P. Land Encroachment Act, 1905 12) The Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Criminal Laws	1) The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 2) The Indian Penal Code, 1860 3) The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 4) The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 5) The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 6) The Criminal Rules of Practice 7) The A.P. Excise Act, 1968 8) The A.P. Gaming Act, 1974 9) The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015

Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Admit Card 2025

Like all competitive examinations, an Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Admit Card is a primary document to ensure your entrance into the examination hall.

Steps to Download your Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Admit Card 

• Step 1: To avoid being intimidated by other sources, go to the official website and check to see if your Admit card is available for download. (Email, text message, and so on.)
• Step 2: Check the admit card download link. It can only be found on the website in the Public Notice section.
• Step 3: Log in with your verified credentials once you've found that link.
• Step 4: Feed the CAPTCHA/security code, followed by the information mentioned above.
• Step 5: You can view your admission card after successfully logging in. Once the download is done in PDF format, print a hard copy.

Download Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Admit Card 2025

Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Exam Eligibility (Direct recruitment)

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Nationality	Must be an Indian citizen.
Educational Qualification	- Must have an LLB degree from a recognized university. - Must be enrolled as an advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961 or eligible for enrollment.
Age Limit	- Minimum Age: 23 years - Maximum Age: 35 years (as of the last date of application).
Age Relaxation	- SC/ST Candidates: 5 years - OBC Candidates: 3 years - Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 10 years
Language Proficiency	Must have proficiency in Telugu (reading, writing, and speaking).
Character & Conduct	- Must possess good moral character. - Should not have any criminal record or pending cases.
Physical & Mental Fitness	Must be in sound health and free from any condition that may interfere with judicial duties.

Age

• The first condition is that you must not exceed the age limit of 35 at the appointment time. 
• Your age should be below 35 by the time of 1st November 2022. 
• However, if you are from SC/ST/Women/EWS, you can use the relaxation for 5 years. For a handicapped candidate, they will provide you with 10 years of age relaxation. 

Qualifications

• Graduation in LLB (either Hons or Integrated) from a university that has been recognized by UGC and accredited by the Bar Council of India is required (BCI).
•  If you have completed the degree abroad, it should be equivalent to its Indian counterpart. 
• You must have no paper left for your appearance. Your results should include a score for each past paper with no backlog.

Nationality

• You must be of Indian nationality and have at least one government document proving it.
• Also, if you are an in-house candidate (an Andhra Pradesh resident), make sure to bring your residential certificate with you because Domestic candidates are given preference over candidates from other states.

Experience

• Experience is not mandatory for Direct recruitment. Therefore even if you're a fresh Graduate, just out of college. You are eligible to apply for the Judicial Service Exam. 

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Physical attributes and Character Affirmations 

• You must have an upright attitude with honest nature. You should have a promising reputation in your name. 
• Should be free from Physical ailments (those which are not mentioned under the eligible handicapped candidates) 

Appointment via Transfer

• If you are applying under recruitment via transfer, you must not exceed 48 years by 1st Nov 2023.
• You must be practising as a Defender/Prosecutor. If not, then ensure you are registered with the state bar council.
• If you are not currently serving in the judicial branch but have previously worked as an advocate, librarian, field assistant, etc.
• The position should be held for a specified number of years, after which the appointed officer will be promoted to a higher-paying position.

 Who is not eligible? Find here in the list

• He/She is not an Indian Citizen.
• One who is dismissed from High Court service.
• If you have been involved in any morally corrupt situation.
• If they have banned you from the UPSC, APPSC, or other State or Central level Civil Service Examinations. 
• If you have retained the power to influence the judiciary system directly or indirectly. 
• Having more than 1 spouse can have you disqualified. 
• You will not be deemed suitable for this role if you have any criminal record in your name.

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Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Results in 2025

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Steps to download your Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh results 

• Step 1: The first step will include visiting the official website of Andhra Pradesh High court, or you can use this link hp.ap.nic.in.
• Step 2: When you arrive at the landing page, you will notice the "What's New" bulletin board.
• Step 3: Check for the Results notification with the "new" icon flashing beside the news bulletin, which will be right there on the landing page.
• Step 4: Continue by downloading the PDF file. If your name appears on the merit list, keep a copy of it for future reference.

Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Exam Pattern 2025

With the onset of the new section containing all the major information on the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Exam. Let's begin the Judiciary Exam Pattern with the stages of tests you must go through if you are one of the Direct recruitment candidates. 

Before starting your preparation, it’s essential to understand the three-stage selection process:

Stage	Type	Marks	Duration
Preliminary Exam (Screening Test - CBT)	Objective (100 MCQs)	100	2 Hours
Mains Exam	Descriptive (3 Papers)	300	3 Hours per Paper
Interview (Viva Voce)	Oral	50	-

Screening Test

They will conduct the Screening Test online, giving you two hours to solve 100 questions.

Each question will carry 1 mark, and they will penalize you 0.25 marks for each mistaken answer. These scores will be deducted from your aggregate marks. With online mode, we mean that it will be a Computer-based test, and you don’t have to deal with the pen-and-paper situation.

Written Examination

They conduct written examinations offline in Pen and paper mode, and you can only participate if you manage to clear the screening test.

You have to write 3 papers where the first paper will be on civil law, the second paper will be on Criminal Law, and the last will be on Translation (English language Test). The aggregate score will be 300 because each paper will be 100 marks, and there is no provision for negative marking because these questions are descriptive.

Step 2: Written Exam Details
Subjects	Questions	Score	Duration
Criminal Law	100	100	3 hours
Civil Law	100	100	3 hours
English language and Translation (Essay, passage & Translation)	25 (Translation) 75 (Essay)	100	3 hours

Interview 

• Once you are done clearing your Preliminary and Mains Examination, you will move to the Interview round. 
• The aggregate score of the Viva will be 50 marks. You have to score more than 45% of this total. 
• Once you clear the Interview round, they will list you on the merit list. From here, they will move you to the training/probation and then to the final joining.

Andhra Pradesh Judiciary 2025 Preparation Books

Refer to the following list of Best Books for the Judiciary exam:

Books to be purchased	Publication/Writers
Reading Material for the Civil Judge Exam (Question & Answer Format)	Anil Khirran Kumar
Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Exam Manual	Shock Thorpe
Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Study Material and Notes	Delhi Law Academy
Judicial Service Examination	LexisNexis
EBC's Master Guide	EBC Publication
Singhal's Judicial Service Examination Mains Paper	Bhumika Jain & Pawan Kumar
The Judges, Judiciary, and Justice Administration	Justice R Bhanumati
Preliminary Exams for Judicial Services	Samarth Aggarwal
Judicial Service Exam Study Guide	Universal Publication

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Judicial Service Exam Andhra Pradesh Preparation Tips 

• The early bird catches the worm. Therefore, begin your preparation at the earliest. Because the more time you invest in your preparation, the better.
• Seek professional assistance in preparation because the right direction will yield the best results.
• Use credible sources of information. Seniors’ notes are the most effective in this situation.
• Take practice tests and analyze your results regularly to monitor and improve your preparations.
• Going through previous years’ questions thoroughly will give a clear idea about the question pattern. Also, regarding the types of questions you might face in the examination. 
• Finally, have faith in your preparations and remain optimistic about the future.

Expected Cut-off in Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Exam

The direct recruitment process of the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Exam, like any other competitive examination, has a cut-off score for enlistment. As a result, you should be aware that anyone who exceeds the required cut-off score will be considered the ideal candidate for the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Exam.

• If you are in the General Category, you must score at least 40% in the Pre and Mains, and your overall score must be greater than 45%. (As a result, try to score as high as possible rather than settling for 40%).
• If you are from the SC/ST/PWD community, you will receive a 5% reduction in your overall score.

Notes: Cut-offs are highly unpredictable because they depend on multiple factors and are not uniform. Hence, you must try to give your best instead of relying on the previous/estimated data of the cut-off score. 

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Conclusion

This blog provides the necessary information for the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service Exam. We have covered all the essentials for your reference, beginning with the exam details and application process and ending with the syllabus. As a result, by reading the blog, you will learn about eligibility, reservations, important books, preparation tips, and other topics.