UKPCS (J) Judiciary - Prayag IAS Academy -
Best Judiciary Coaching in Dehradun
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.
Practice requirement: Supreme Court ruling of 21 August 2026
For Civil Judge (Junior Division) recruitments notified up to 31 March 2027, all law graduates can apply; selected candidates then complete one year of training at the State Judicial Academy and one year of law clerkship. For recruitments notified from 1 April 2027, at least one year of certified practice is required before applying. Always check the official notification for the exact rules that apply.
Preliminary Examination
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 3 Hours |
| Part II | Law | 150 | 150 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | ||
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
Selection Process Overview
Prelims
Screening test. Marks not added to final total.
Mains
Written exam. Marks determine interview eligibility.
Interview
Personality test. Final merit list based on Mains + Interview.