Upcoming Judiciary Exams 2025: Exclusive Updates on PCS J Exams

Q: Which are important topics in Judiciary Prelims Exam?

The Preliminary exam syllabus varies for a few states. but there are a few common topics in each state that include General Knowledge, the Constitution of India, Code of Civil Procedure, Criminal Procedure Code, Transfer of Property Act, Indian Contract Act, Indian Penal Code, Indian Evidence Act, and Law of Torts.

Q: What is the Judiciary Exam Eligibility for Civil Judge?

The eligibility criteria for Civil Judge are different for each state; hence, candidates must go through their respective state-wise eligibility for this post.

Q: What is the Judiciary Age Limit to apply for Civil Judge post?

For most states conducting the Judiciary Exam, the age limit is 25-40 years.

Q: How many attempts are there in Judiciary Exam?

There are a total of 6 attempts in the Judiciary Exam. Also, candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria without fail.

Q: What is the mode of preliminary judiciary exam?

Mode of preliminary judiciary exam is different in all states. MP Judiciary Preliminary exam is conducted online whereas Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Bihar conduct it offline (pen-paper mode).

Q: Is it important to score good in general Hindi and general English subjects?

General English And General Hindi are qualifying papers only. Candidates need to score a minimum of 30 marks in these subjects to qualify the main exam. Marks of these two subjects will not be considered in merit list calculations.

Q: Is it necessary to opt for the coaching classes to clear the MP Judiciary Service Examination?

MP Judiciary Syllabus is undeniably tough and lengthy but it isnot unachievable. Thus, the aspiring candidates might require seeking the guidance of the experts. It will further help to frame out the topic precisely. However, if you are confident enough about your solo studying strategy and read the landmark cases in several subjects, then you would not requireto join any coaching class to crack the MP Judiciary exam.

Q: Which newspaper should you follow while preparing for the MP Judiciary exam?

Having a profound general knowledge and a decent grasp over the current affairs is very crucial for qualifying the preliminary exam of MP judiciary. For enriching your general knowledge, you might choose to read the newspaper known as The Indian Express on a daily basis. On the other hand, for improving the area of current affairs, you can follow The Hindu. However, you can also rely upon the online videos on current affairs.

Author : Yogricha

February 18, 2025

Overview: The judiciary is one of India's most respected and sought-after professions. Becoming a judge represents a golden opportunity for law graduates to serve the nation, interpret laws, and play a pivotal role in upholding justice. Each year, thousands of aspiring legal professionals participate in judiciary exams across various states to secure a position as a judge in India's esteemed judicial system.

In 2025, several significant judiciary exams will be conducted by different High Courts and State PSCs. This blog’ll discuss the key upcoming judiciary exams 2025, the eligibility criteria, exam patterns, and useful preparation tips to help you succeed effectively.

Throughout the country, every state conducts its examination for recruitment into its lower judiciary system. The number of law graduates applying for judicial services examinations in various states has also increased significantly.

Here are notifications for the recent Upcoming Judiciary Exam 2025:

Kerala Judiciary Exam 2025

The Kerala High Court has officially released the much-awaited Kerala Judiciary Exam 2025 notification. This recruitment will fill the positions of Munsiff-Magistrates in the Kerala Judicial Service, offering an excellent opportunity for law graduates to start their careers in the judiciary.

Aspect	Details
Notification Release Date	January 31, 2025
Application Period	February 3, 2025 – February 25, 2025
Application Fee Payment (Offline Mode)	March 3, 2025 – March 10, 2025
Contact Information for Queries	Phone: 0484-2562235 (Available on working days from 10:00 AM to 04:30 PM)
Total Vacancies	17
Vacancy Breakdown	- Regular Vacancies: 12 - Scheduled Tribes (ST): 1 - Scheduled Castes (SC): 1 - Scheduled Tribes (NCA): 2 - Muslims (NCA): 1
Eligibility Criteria	- Nationality: Indian - Age Limit: 21 to 35 years (as of the last date of application) - Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years; OBC: 3 years; PWD: 10 years - Educational Qualification: LLB from a recognized university; enrollment as an advocate with the Bar Council - Language Proficiency: Proficiency in Malayalam - Additional Criteria: Good moral character; no criminal charges or pending cases
Selection Process	- Preliminary Examination - Main Examination - Interview

Know More: Prepare for Kerala Judiciary 2025

Kerala Judiciary Eligibility 2025

Eligibility Criteria	Details
1. Nationality	Candidate must be a citizen of India.
2. Age Limit	Minimum Age: 21 years Maximum Age: 35 years (as of the last date of application)
Age Relaxation	SC/ST candidates: Up to 5 years OBC candidates: Up to 3 years PWD candidates: Up to 10 years
3. Educational Qualifications	Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university in India. Must be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council of India or a state Bar Council.
4. Language Proficiency	Must be proficient in Malayalam, as the judiciary functions in Malayalam in Kerala.
5. Additional Criteria	Good Moral Character: No criminal charges or pending cases. Experience: No specific prior experience required, but candidates with legal practice experience may also apply.

Get Complete Details: Kerala Judiciary Exam 2025

Assam Judiciary Exam 2025

The Gauhati High Court officially announced the Assam Judiciary Notification 2025 on February 7, 2025, to recruit Grade-III Judicial Officers in the Assam Judicial Service.

Particulars	Details
Exam Conducting Body	Gauhati High Court
Post Name	Grade-III Judicial Officer
Total Vacancies	22
Application Mode	Online
Online Application Start Date	17th February 2025
Last Date to Apply	3rd March 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	5th March 2025
Selection Process	Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Viva Voce
Exam Mode	Offline (Pen & Paper)
Salary Scale	₹77,840 - ₹1,36,520 per month
Official Website	www.ghconline.gov.in

Prepare now: Assam Judiciary 2025

Important Dates for Assam Judiciary 2025

Particulars	Details
Release of Assam Judiciary Notification 2025	7th February, 2025
Starting Date for Online Application	17th February, 2025
Last Date for Application Submission	3rd March, 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	5th March 2025
Preliminary Examination Date	To Be Announced Soon
Mains Examination Date	To Be Announced Soon
Interview/Viva-voce Date	To Be Announced Soon

Get More Details: Assam Judiciary Complete Preparation Guide

Himachal Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2025

Category	Details
Notification Release Date	December 15, 2024
Conducting Authority	Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
Exam Name	Himachal Pradesh Judicial Service Competitive Examination 2024
Number of Vacancies	21 Civil Judge Posts
Pay Scale	₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520 (Level J-1)
Application Start Date	December 15, 2024
Application Closing Date	January 5, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Fee Payment Deadline	January 5, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Offline Document Submission	January 13, 2025
Mode of Application	Online (via HPPSC official website)
Eligibility Criteria	Law Degree (LLB) from a recognized university
Age Limit	22 to 35 years (as of January 5, 2025); Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per rules
Exam Stages	- Preliminary Exam - Main Exam - Viva Voce (Interview)
Preliminary Exam Pattern	Objective Type Questions (MCQs); Qualifying in Nature
Main Exam Pattern	Descriptive Type: Syllabus includes Law, Language, and General Knowledge
Exam Centers	Dharamshala, Shimla, Mandi
Official Website	https://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc/

Prepare now: Himachal Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2025

Himachal Pradesh Judiciary Vacancy 2025

The notification specifies 21 Civil Judge vacancies, categorized as follows:

Category	Number of Vacancies
General (Unreserved)	11
Scheduled Caste (SC)	3
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	3
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	4

Know more: Complete details on how to crack Himachal Pradesh Judiciary 2025

Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam 2025

The Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam 2025 presents an excellent opportunity for law graduates aiming to join the judicial services in one of India's most dynamic states.

Important Dates

Notification Release: Already declared.
Prelims Examination: Expected in the first half of 2025.
Mains Examination: Likely to follow within 2-3 months after the prelims results.
Interview: Scheduled towards the end of 2025.
24 January 2024 - Chhattisgarh Judiciary Latest vacancy Released

Exam	Chhattisgarh Judicial Service Examination
Conducting Body	Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission
Name of the Post	Civil Judge (Entry Level)
Number of Vacancies	54 (Announced)
Age Limit	21 - 35 years
Educational Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree in Law
Job Location	Chhattisgarh
Salary	Rs. 27,700 to Rs. 44,700 per month
Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	400 INR (For candidates domiciled out of Chhattisgarh)
Selection Process	Preliminary Examination
	Main Examination
	Viva-voce
Official Website	https://psc.cg.gov.in/
Application Form	Apply Here
Cut Off	Click Here
Exam Pattern	Click Here
Eligibility Criteria	Click Here
Syllabus	Click Here
Result	Click Here

Karnataka Judiciary Civil Judge Exam 2025

Exam Conducting Authority	Karnataka High Court
Website for official Notification	https://karnatakajudiciary.kar.nic.in/
Job Role	Civil Judge (Junior Division)
Number of Openings	57 (Announced)
Salary	Rs 27,700 - Rs 44,700 per month
Release of Official Notification	10th February 2025
End Date to Fill Application Form	12th March 2025
Prelims Exam Fee Deadline	12th March 2025
Process post-screening round	Computer-Based Examination (Screening Exam), Written Examination (Offline) & Viva Voce
Conducting State	Karnataka
Minimum Qualification	LLB (Law Graduate)

Get More Details: Karnataka Judiciary Exam 2025

Karnataka Judiciary 2025 Vacancy

Category	Vacancies
General Merit	59
Scheduled Caste	23
Scheduled Tribe	10
Category I	19
Category II (A)	23
Category II (B)	10
Category III (A)	8
Category III (B)	6
Total	158

Gujarat Judicial Services Exam 2025

Conducting Body	Gujarat Public Service Commission
Name of the Exam	Gujarat Judicial Services Civil Judge Exam
Name of the Post	Civil Judge
Gujarat Judiciary Official Notification	Announced on 28th January 2025
Number of Vacancies	212 (ANNOUNCED)
Mode of Application	Online
Age Limit	35 years
Qualification	Degree in Law
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains, and Interview
Mode of Exam	Offline
Job Location	Gujarat
Official Website	www.gujarathighcourt.nic.in
Starting Date for Submission of Online Application	1 Feb 2025 (12.00 noon)
Closing Date for Submission of Online Application	1 March 2025 (23:59 Hrs.)1 March 2025 (23:59 Hrs.)
Preliminary Examination (Elimination Test)	23 March 2025
Result of Preliminary Examination	To be announced
Main Written Examination	15 June 2025
Viva-voce Test (Oral Interview)	To be Announced
Application Form	Click Here
Exam Pattern	Click Here

Gujarat State Judiciary Recruitment Vacancy 2025

Total Vacancies

Category-wise Vacancies

Reserved for Women (Out of Category-Wise Vacancies)

Reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)

212

General – 87

SC – 15

ST – 32

SEBC – 57

EWS – 21

General – 29

SC – 05

ST – 10

SEBC – 19

EWS – 07

Detailed Category-Wise Distribution

Category	Total Vacancies	Reserved for Women
General	87	29
SC (Scheduled Caste)	15	05
ST (Scheduled Tribe)	32	10
SEBC (Socially and Economically Backward Class)	57	19
EWS (Economically Weaker Section)	21	07
Total	212	70

Special Reservations

Category	Total PwBD Reservations
Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)	08

Andhra Pradesh Civil Judge Exam 2025

Exam Conducting Authority	Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission
Website for official Notification	hp.ap.nic.in
Job Role	Civil Judge (Junior Division)
Number of Openings	50
Release of Official Notification	14th Feb 2025
Application Acceptance for Screening Round	20th February 2025
End Date to Fill Application Form	17th March 2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
Date of Release of Admit Card	7th April to 16th April 2025
Screening Test Schedule (Prelims, Computer Based)	16th April 2025
Release of Screening Results	To be Announced
Exam Date of Civil Law Paper	To be Announced
Exam Date of Criminal Law Paper	To be Announced
Exam Date of English (Essay & Translation) Paper	To be Announced
Announcement of Mains Result	To be Announced
Process post-screening round	Computer-Based Examination (Screening Exam) /Written Examination (Offline) /Viva Voce
Conducting State	Government Jobs by States of Andhra Pradesh
Minimum Qualification	LLB (Law Graduate)
Syllabus	Click Here

West Bengal Judiciary Exam 2025

The West Bengal Judicial Service Examination (WBJS) is a highly sought-after competitive exam conducted by the West Bengal Public Service Commission (WBPSC) to recruit Civil Judges (Junior Division) for the state judiciary.

Exam	West Bengal Judicial Service Examination
Conducting Body	West Bengal Public Service Commission
Name of the Post	West Bengal Civil Judge (Junior Division) Cum Judicial Magistrate
Number of Vacancies	To be Announced
Age Limit	23 - 35 years
Educational Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree in Law
Job Location	West Bengal
Salary	Rs. 27,700 to Rs. 44,700 per month
Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	210 INR (All Categories)
Selection Process	Preliminary Examination
	Main Examination
	Viva-voce
Official Website	https://wbpsc.gov.in/
Starting Date to Fill the Online Application Form	7th March 2025
Last Day to Apply	22nd March 2025
Form Edit Window	22nd March 2025
West Bengal Prelims Exam Date	4th May 2025
West Bengal Prelims Result Date	To be Announced
West Bengal Mains Admit Card Release Date	To be Announced
West Bengal Final Exam Date	To be Announced
Eligibility Criteria	Click Here
Syllabus	Click Here
Exam Pattern of Prelims	Duration - 1.5 Hours
Exam Pattern of Prelims	Total Questions - 200
Exam Pattern of Mains	Total Duration - 3 Hours
Exam Pattern of Mains	Maximum Marks - 100
Result	Click Here

Punjab Judiciary Exam 2025

Get PPSC Civil Judge Mains Study Plan

Exam	Punjab Civil Service (Judicial) Examination
Conducting Body	Punjab and Haryana High Court
Post Offered	Civil Judge (Junior Division) –cum-Judicial Magistrate
No. of Vacancies	159
Salary	27,700 – 44,770 INR per month
Notification Release Date	06 September 2022
Job Location	Punjab
Official Website	https://highcourtchd.gov.in/
Starting Date for the Online Application Form	To be Announced
Last Date for the Submission of the Online Application Form	To be Announced
Release of Admit Card	To be Announced
Punjab Judiciary Prelims Date	To be Announced
Punjab Judiciary Prelims Result Declaration Date	To be Announced
Punjab Judiciary Mains Exam Date	To be Announced
Punjab Judiciary Cut-Off	Check Here
Punjab Judiciary Answer Key	Check Here
Punjab PCS J Eligibility Criteria	Check Here
Punjab PCS J Pattern	Check Here
Punjab PCS J Syllabus	Check Here

Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge Exam 2025

The Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge Exam 2025 is an opportunity for law graduates aspiring to enter the judiciary. Conducted by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, this exam opens the gateway to a prestigious and rewarding career as a Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the state.

MPCJ 2024 Result Released - Check Here

Exam Name	Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge Examination (MPCJ)
Conducting Body	MP High Court
Posts Offered	Civil Judge Junior Division (Entry Level)
No. of Vacancies	270
Salary	INR 2770 - INR 44770
Notification Release Date	To be Updated
Starting Date for the Online Application Form	To be Updated
Last Date to Submit Online Application Form	To be Updated
MP Judiciary Exam Notification 2025	To be Updated
Last Date of Online Application	To be Updated
Error Application Start Date	To be Updated
Error Application End Date	To be Updated
MP Judiciary Prelims Exam Date	To be Updated
MP Judiciary Prelims Exam Result Date	To be Updated
MP Judiciary Mains Exam Date	To be Updated
MP Judiciary Mains Exam Result Date	To be Updated
Job Location	Madhya Pradesh
Official Website	https://mphc.gov.in/
MPCJ Result	RELEASED
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains & Interview
Syllabus	Check Here
Cut off	Check Here
Eligibility Criteria	Check Here

Haryana Civil Judge Exam 2025

The Haryana Civil Judge Exam 2025 is a golden opportunity for law graduates aiming to serve in the judiciary. Conducted by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC), this exam recruits Civil Judges (Junior Division) to strengthen the judicial system.

Conducting Body	Haryana PSC
Posts Offered	Civil Judge Junior Division (Entry Level)
No. of Vacancies	129
Notification Release Date	To be Updated
Starting Date for the Online Application Form	To be Updated
Last Date to Submit Online Application Form	To be Updated
Haryana Judiciary Exam Notification 2025	To be Updated
Last Date of Online Application	To be Updated
Last date to pay the application fee	To be Updated
Haryana Judiciary Prelims Admit Card	To be Updated
Haryana Judiciary Prelims Exam Date	To be Updated
Haryana Judiciary Prelims Exam Result Date	To be Updated
Haryana Judiciary Mains Exam Date	To be Updated
Haryana Judiciary Mains Exam Result Date	To be Updated
Job Location	Haryana
Official Website	https://hpsc.gov.in/
Haryana Result 2025	To be updated
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains & Interview
Syllabus	Check Here
Cut off	Check Here
Eligibility Criteria	Check Here

Haryana Prelims 2025 Result Released - Check Here

Jharkhand Judiciary Exam 2025

The Jharkhand Judiciary Exam is one of the most sought-after state-level judiciary exams for law graduates aiming to join the Judicial Services. With the upcoming Jharkhand Judicial Services Examination 2025, aspirants are gearing up to secure their place in the judiciary. Here’s an overview of what to expect, including anticipated vacancies, exam patterns, preparation strategies, and more.

Expected Vacancies

For 2025, it is estimated that the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) will announce 50-70 vacancies for Civil Judges (Junior Division). These vacancies are projected based on retirements, expansions in the judiciary, and an increased caseload.

Download Jharkhand Judiciary Notification

Exam	Jharkhand Judicial Services Examination
Conducting Body	Jharkhand Public Service Commission
Posts Offered	Civil Judge (Junior Division)
No. of Vacancies	138 (Announced)
Salary	INR 27,770 - INR 44,770
Notification Release Date	To be Updated
Starting Date for the Online Application Form	To be Updated
Last Date to Submit Online Application Form	To be Updated
Jharkhand Judiciary Prelims Admit Card	To be Updated
Jharkhand Judiciary Prelims Exam Date	To be Updated
Jharkhand Judiciary Prelims Exam Result	To be Updated
Jharkhand Civil Judge Mains Exam Date	To be Updated
Job Location	Jharkhand
Official Website	https://www.jpsc.gov.in/
Eligibility Criteria	Age - 22 to 35 years
	Education - Graduate in Law
	Nationality - Indian
	Enrolled As An Advocate
Selection Process	Prelims Paper
	Mains Written Exam
	Interview
Exam Pattern of Prelims Written Exam	Type - Objective MCQ
Exam Pattern of Prelims Written Exam	Total Questions - 100 Marks
Exam Pattern of Mains Written Exam (4 Compulsory Papers)	Total Questions - 100 Marks
Exam Pattern of Mains Written Exam (4 Compulsory Papers)	Duration - 3 hours
Exam Pattern of Interview	Total Marks - 100
Apply Online	Click Here
Jharkhand Judiciary Syllabus	Click Here

Rajasthan Civil Judge Exam 2025

Exam Name	Rajasthan Civil Judge Exam
Conducting Body	Rajasthan High Court
Posts Offered	Civil Judge Junior Division (Entry Level)
No. of Vacancies	222 (Click More)
Salary	INR 31000 - INR 64000
Notification Release Date	To be announced
Starting Date for the Online Application Form	To be announced (Apply Here)
Last Date to Submit Online Application Form	To be announced
Rajasthan Judiciary Exam Notification 2025	To be announced
Error Application Start Date	To be announced
Error Application End Date	To be announced
Rajasthan Judiciary Prelims Exam Date	To be announced
Rajasthan Judiciary Prelims Exam Result Date	To be announced
Rajasthan Judiciary Mains Exam Date	To be announced
Rajasthan Judiciary Mains Exam Result Date	to be announced
Job Location	Rajasthan
Official Website	https://hcraj.nic.in/hcraj/
Rajasthan Result 2025	To be announced
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains & Interview
Syllabus	Click Here
Cut off	To be announced

Delhi Judicial Services Exam 2025

7 November - 53 vacancies, the DJS application and Prelims exam dates are out! Check the DJS Application Form to fill out the form.

Exam	Delhi Judicial Service Examination
Conducting Body	Delhi High Court
Name of the Post	Delhi Civil Judge (Junior Division) Cum Judicial Magistrate
Number of Vacancies	53 (Announced)
Maximum Age Limit	General: 32 years (as of 01.01.2023), SC/ST: 37 years, PwD: 42 years
Educational Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree in Law
Job Location	NCT of Delhi
Salary	Rs. 27,700 to Rs. 44,700 per month
Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	1000 INR (General) & 200 INR (Reserved)
Selection Process	Preliminary Examination
	Main Examination
	Viva-voce
Official Website	https://delhihighcourt.nic.in/
Start Date to Fill Application Form	To be announced
End Date to Fill Application Form	To be announced
DJS Prelims Date	To be announced
Delhi Judiciary Prelims 2025 Results	To be announced
Delhi Judiciary 2025 Mains Examination	To be announced

Bihar Judicial Services Examination 2025

Bihar Judicial Service Examination details. [CHECK HERE].

Exam Name	Bihar Judicial Services Competitive Exam
Conducting Body	Bihar Public Service Commission
Frequency	Once in 2 years
Minimum Qualification	Degree in Law
Key Stages	Prelims, Mains, Personal Interview
Vacancies	155 (ANNOUNCED)
Exam Fee	General - Rs 600/-; Others - Rs 150/-
Mode of application	Online
Mode of exam	Offline
Official Website	bpsc.bih.nic.in
Starting Date of Online Application	To be announced
Last Date of Online Application	To be announced
Bihar Judicial Service (Preliminary)	To be announced
Final Answer Key	To be announced
Result (prelims)	To be announced
Check result	Check Here
Bihar Mains Form filing last date	To be announced
Bihar Mains date	To be announced
Eligibility Criteria	Check Here
Exam Pattern	Check Here
Syllabus	Check Here
Previous Year Question Paper	Download Now

Maharashtra Judiciary Exam 2025

9 September 2023 - Maharashtra Judiciary Prelims Paper is scheduled.

Details	Description
Exam Name	Maharashtra Judiciary Exam 2025
Conducting Authority	Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)
Exam Date (Prelims)	September 9, 2023 [ANNOUNCED]
Mains Exam Date	To be announced
Viva-Voce/Interview Date	To be announced
Application Start Date	To be announced
Application End Date	To be announced
Exam Language	English and Marathi
Number of Vacancies	114
Salary Range	Rs. 27,700 – 44,770 Per Month
Eligibility	Law Graduates, Practicing Advocates, Ministerial Staff
Application Fee	General category: Rs. 374, SC/ST/ESM category: Rs.274
Exam Stages	Prelims, Mains, and Viva-Voce
Negative Marking (Prelims)	0.25 marks for each wrong answer
Mains Exam Duration	Each paper: 3 hours
Admit Card Release	Two weeks before the exam
Result Release	To be Notified

Odisha Judicial Services Examination 2025

Exam	Odisha Judicial Services Examination
Conducting Body	Odisha Public Service Commission
Posts Offered	Civil Judge (Junior Division)
No. of Vacancies	To be announced
Salary	INR 77,840 - INR 1,36,520
Notification Release Date	To be announced
Starting Date for the Online Application Form	To be announced
Last Date to Submit Online Application Form	To be announced
Odisha Judiciary Prelims Admit Card	To be announced
Odisha Judiciary Prelims Exam Date	To be announced
Odisha Civil Judge Mains Exam Date	To be announced
Job Location	Odisha
Official Website	https://opsc.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria	Age - 23 to 39 years
	Education - Graduate in Law
	Nationality - Indian
	Others - Fluency in Odia
Selection Process	Prelims Paper
	Mains Written Exam
	Interview
Exam Pattern of Prelims Written Exam	Type - Objective MCQ
	Total Questions - 100 Marks
	Duration - 1.5 hours
	Correct Answer - 1 Mark
	Negative Marking - 0.25 Marks
Exam Pattern of Mains Written Exam (2 Compulsory Papers)	Total Questions - 150 Marks
Exam Pattern of Mains Written Exam (2 Compulsory Papers)	Duration - 2.5 hours
Exam Pattern of Mains Written Exam (3 Optional Papers)	Total Questions - 150 Marks
Exam Pattern of Mains Written Exam (3 Optional Papers)	Duration - 3 hours
Exam Pattern of Interview	Total Marks - 100
Apply Online	Click Here
How to Prepare for the Odisha Judiciary Exam	Click Here

UP PCS J Exam 2025

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission released the UP Judiciary Final Result. (Direct Link to Check UP PCS J Result)

Exam Name	U.P. Judicial Service Civil Judge (Junior Division) Examination
Conducting Body	Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission
Name of the Post	Civil Judge (Junior Division)
Number of Vacancies	To be announced
Notification Release Date	To be announced
Age Limit	22 to 35 years
Educational Qualification	Degree in Law
Job Location	Uttar Pradesh
Salary	INR 27700 - INR 44770
Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	General - Rs. 125
Application Fee	SC/ST - Rs. 65
Selection Process	Preliminary
	Written Exam
	Viva-voce
Official Website	https://uppsc.up.nic.in/
Starting Date of Online Application	To be announced
Last Date of Online Application	To be announced
Last Date to Make an Online Fee Payment	To be announced
UP PCS J Exam Date 2025	To be announced
UP PCS J Prelims Result 2023	To be announced
UP PCS J Mains Admit Card 2023	12 May 2023 (OUT NOW)
UP PCS J Mains Exam 2023	23 May - 25 May (RELEASED)
UP Judiciary Final Result	30 August 2023 (OUT NOW)
Application Form	Apply Here
Exam Pattern	Click Here
Eligibility Criteria	Click Here
Result	Click Here

Uttarakhand PCS J Examination 2025

14 August 2023 - The UKPCS J Mains Exam, scheduled for 23 - 26 August, is now postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. However, the Hon'ble High Court will notify the final date soon. [PREPARE NOW]

Exam Name	Uttarakhand Judicial Service Civil Judge Examination
Conducting Body	Uttarakhand Public Service Commission
Frequency	Once a year
Minimum Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in Law
Key Stages	Prelims, Mains, Viva-voce
Vacancies	To be announced
Exam Fee	General - Rs 172.30/-; Others - Rs 82.30/-
Mode of Application	Online
Official Website	www.psc.uk.gov.in
Date of Advertisement	To be announced
Last Date of Online Application	To be announced
Admit Card Release Date	To be announced
UKPCS J Prelims Date	To be announced
UK PCS J Mains Date	To Be Announced
Fill Application Form	Click Here
Exam Pattern	Check Here
Syllabus	Check Here
How to Prepare	Check Here

Telangana Judicial Services Exam 2025

Exam	Telangana Judicial Service Recruitment 2023
Conducting Body	Telangana High Court
Name of the Post	Civil Judge
Number of Vacancies	10 (Announced)
Notification Release Date	1 February 2023
Age Limit	23-26 years
Educational Qualification	Degree in Law
Experience	Three years as a practising advocate in any court
Job Location	Hyderabad
Salary	INR 77,840 - INR 1,36,520
Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	General - Rs. 1000
Application Fee	SC/ST - Rs. 500
Selection Process	Preliminary
	Written Exam
	Viva-voce
Official Website	tshc.gov.in
Admit Card	Click Here
Eligibility Criteria	Click Here
Syllabus	Click Here
Previous Year Question Paper	Download Here
How to Prepare for Telangana Judiciary	Know Here

Upcoming Judiciary Exams 2025 Vacancy Updates

The list of upcoming Judiciary Exams 2025 is mentioned below.

Upcoming Judiciary Exams	Notification Update
Odisha Judiciary	Notification Released
Punjab Judiciary	Notification Released
UP Judiciary	Notification Released
Chhattisgarh Judiciary	Notification Released
Maharashtra Judiciary	Notification Released
Uttarakhand Judiciary	Notification Released
MP Judiciary	To be Notified
Bihar Judiciary	Notification Released
West Bengal Judiciary	Notification Released
Delhi Judiciary	Result Out
Rajasthan Judiciary	Vacancies Out
Jharkhand Judiciary	To be Notified
Telangana Judiciary	Notification Released
Andhra Pradesh Judiciary	Notification Released
Karnataka Judiciary	Notification Released
Gujarat Judiciary	Vacancies Out
Himachal Pradesh Judiciary	Notification Released

State-Wise Judiciary Exam Notifications 2025

The Judiciary Exam is an entry-level exam conducted to recruit subordinate judiciary posts. Around 50,000 to 60,000 students appear annually for Judicial Service, with only 15-20% clearing.

Refer to the list below to download judicial notifications for various states.

State Notification PDF

Upcoming Judiciary Exams	Official Notification
Odisha Judiciary Recruitment Notification 2025	Download PDF
Himachal Pradesh Recruitment Notification 2025	Download PDF
Punjab Judiciary Recruitment Notification 2025	Download PDF
Chhattisgarh Judiciary Recruitment Notification 2025	Download PDF
UP Judiciary Recruitment Notification 2025	Download PDF
Maharashtra Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Recruitment Notification 2025	Download PDF
Uttarakhand Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
MP Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Bihar Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
West Bengal Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Delhi Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Rajasthan Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Haryana Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Jharkhand Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Telangana Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Karnataka Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF
Gujarat Judiciary Recruitment Notification for 2025	Download PDF

Judicial Service Exam Eligibility Criteria 2025: Know It All

All aspirants must know the detailed Judiciary Eligibility Criteria for the upcoming PCS J exams. Only Indian citizens can apply for the civil judge exam 2023 in India.

Educational Qualifications: Those with a degree in LL.B and enrolment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961. Those who have a degree in LL.B are eligible
Experience: No experience is required.
Age: The age should be between 21 to 35 years.

Judiciary Services Selection Process 2025

Three stages mentioned below are included in the PCS J Civil Judge post-selection process:

Prelims
Mains
Viva Voce

However, the pattern for prelims, mains, and interviews varies for each state.

To help you understand the Judiciary Exam Pattern of different states, we have provided the pattern for all the stages in the post below.

Judicial Services Preliminary Examination 2025

The first stage of the Judicial Services Exam is the preliminary exam, consisting of multiple-choice questions.
The marks scored in the preliminary examination are not considered while preparing the final merit list.
Also, the minimum qualifying marks will vary for each state.

Judicial Services Mains Examination 2025

The second stage of the Judicial Services Exam is a subjective type of examination consisting of three to four papers (even 5 - 6 papers in states like UP, BIHAR & UTTARAKHAND).
The marks scored in the main examination are considered while preparing the final merit list.
The minimum qualifying marks vary for each state. Students equal to three times the number of vacancies are called for interviews.

Judicial Services Viva-Voce/ Personal Interview 2025

It is the last stage of the selection process. In the interview, you are evaluated based on general knowledge, personality, and other factors. This stage carries 50 to 100 marks, of which you must secure a minimum of qualifying marks to get selected.

Conclusion

The Upcoming Judiciary Exams 2025 are conducted to test the knowledge and skills of students who wish to pursue a career as a judge or magistrate. The exams are designed to assess your understanding of the law and your ability to apply it in a court of law.

Conducting the Judiciary Exams also ensures that you have a good understanding of courtroom procedures and the ethical responsibilities of a judge. The results of the exams are used to determine who is qualified to be appointed as a good judge.

Download Judiciary Study Material

Fill your details

Recently Published

Punjab Judiciary Admit Card 2025- Direct Link, Instructions