UKPCS (J) Judiciary
Complete details on Eligibility, Syllabus, and Exam Pattern for Uttarakhand Judicial Service Examination.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
21 to 35 Years (Gen/EWS/OBC)
21 to 37 Years (SC/ST)
Qualification
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
From any University recognized by law in India.
Language
Hindi Proficiency
Thorough knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
Preliminary Examination
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 3 Hours |
| Part II | Law | 150 | 150 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | ||
Note: Preliminary Exam marks are qualifying in nature and are not counted for the final merit list.
Main Examination
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | The Present Day | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2 | Language | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 3 | Law Paper I (Substantive Law) | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 4 | Law Paper II (Evidence & Procedure) | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 5 | Law Paper III (Revenue & Criminal) | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 6 | Basic Computer Knowledge | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Total Written Marks | 950 | 16 Hours | |
Law Paper I (Substantive)
- Law of Contracts
- Law of Partnership
- Law of Easement
- Law of Torts
- Transfer of Property Act
- Principles of Equity
- Hindu Law & Mohammedan Law
Law Paper II (Evidence & Procedure)
- Law of Evidence
- Code of Civil Procedure
- Code of Criminal Procedure
- Principles of Pleading
Law Paper III (Revenue & Criminal)
- UP Zamindari Abolition & Land Reforms Act
- Indian Penal Code
Interview / Viva-Voce
Final Stage: 100 Marks
The interview is a test of your personality, not just knowledge. The board assesses your suitability for a career in the judiciary.
Key Assessment Areas:
- Legal acumen and clarity of thought
- Judicial temperament and balance of judgment
- General awareness and communication skills
1050
Total Marks for Selection
Mains (950)
+
Interview (100)
Selection Process Overview
1
Prelims
Screening test. Marks not added to final total.
2
Mains
Written exam. Marks determine interview eligibility.
3
Interview
Personality test. Final merit list based on Mains + Interview.