Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge Exam Guide 2026
Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Exam Elements | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Judge |
| Vacancies | 21 |
| Application Start Date | 15th December 2024 |
| Application End Date | 13th January 2025 |
| Level of Exam | State-level |
| Exam Stages | Prelims Exam, Mains Exam and Interview |
| Official Website | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission |
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📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Vacancy
- SC of Himachal
- 3
- ST of Himachal
- 3
- OBC of Himachal
- 4
- UR (Unreserved)
- 11
📊 Exam Information 4
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Prelims Exam | 2nd March 2025 |
| Mains Exam | 15th July-19th July 2025 |
| Interview | 22nd September 2025 (Onwards) |
📊 Application Fee
- Criteria
- Details
- Minimum Age
- 22 years
- Maximum Age (General Category)
- 35 years (as on 05-01-2025)
- Maximum Age with Relaxation (SC/ST/OBC of H.P.)
- 38 years
- Age Relaxation for SC, ST & OBC of Himachal Pradesh
- 3 years
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Exam Fee
- Female Candidates (all categories)
- No Fee
- Candidates of Other States (including reserved category candidates of other states)
- Rs.600/-
- Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh who completed full tenure under Government of India, and Blind/Visually Impaired male candidates of Himachal Pradesh
- No Fee
- Male candidates of SC, ST, OBC, Wards of SC/ST/OBC Freedom Fighters (WFF), Wards of SC/ST/OBC Ex-Servicemen (dependents: sons, daughters, wives), EWS under UR–BPL of Himachal Pradesh, and SC/ST/OBC Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh relieved from Defence Services on their own request
- Rs.150/-
- Male candidates of General, General Physically Disabled (orthopedically disabled, Deaf & Dumb and Hearing Impaired), EWS (not in BPL), Wards of Freedom Fighters (WFF), Wards of General Ex-Servicemen (dependents: sons, daughters, wives) and General Ex-Servicemen of Himachal Pradesh who were relieved from Defence Services on their own request before completion of their tenure
- Rs.600/-
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Exam Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Papers | 3 Papers |
| Total Questions | 50 (For Each Paper) |
| Total Marks | 300 (100 x 3) |
| Duration | 3 Hours (Combined) |
| Question Type | MCQs |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Marks | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 200 | Civil Law I |
| Paper 2 | 200 | Civil Law II |
| Paper 3 | 200 | Criminal Law |
| Paper 4 | 150 | English Composition |
| Paper 5 | 100 | Language (Hindi) |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Type | Marks | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Oral Interview | 150 | Assesses legal knowledge, general awareness, and suitability for the role |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Syllabus | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Civil Law – I | Code of Civil Procedure Indian Evidence Act Indian Stamp Act Himachal Pradesh Courts Act, 1976 Specific Relief Act | 100 Marks |
| Paper-II | Civil Law – II | Indian Contract Act Hindu Law Indian Limitation Act Transfer of Property Act H.P. Urban Rent Control Act | 100 Marks |
| Paper-III | Criminal Law | Indian Penal Code Criminal Procedure Code Chapter XVII (Sections 138 to 143) of the Negotiable Instruments Act H.P. Excise Act, 2011 Wildlife Protection Act Indian Forest Act Judicial Sensitivity to Sexual Offences Module : Supreme Court guidelines on bail (Sections 437, 438, 439 CrPC) Gender stereotyping: meaning, effects, and judicial impact Cybercrimes against women (e.g., sextortion, morphing, fake profiles) Role of judge in protecting victims Judicial conduct and accountability Gender sensitivity in judicial reas Additional Acts/Guidelines : Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 PCPNDT Act, 1994 Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act, 2013 CCS Conduct Rules on sexual harassment Vishaka Guidelines (Supreme Court) Bangalore Principles of Judicial Conduct, 2002 Bangkok Guidelines for Gender Perspective in Judiciary (SE Asia) | 100 marks |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subject | Syllabus / Topics Covered | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Civil Law – I | Code of Civil Procedure Indian Evidence Act Indian Stamp Act Himachal Pradesh Courts Act, 1976 Specific Relief Act | 200 Marks |
| Paper-II | Civil Law – II | Indian Contract Act Hindu Law Indian Limitation Act Transfer of Property Act H.P. Urban Rent Control Act | 200 Marks |
| Paper-III | Criminal Law | Indian Penal Code Criminal Procedure Code Negotiable Instruments Act H.P. Excise Act, 2011 Wildlife Protection Act Indian Forest Act Module on Judicial Sensitivity to Sexual Offences : Supreme Court guidelines on bail (Sections 437, 438, 439 CrPC) Gender stereotyping and its effects Judicial bias and access to justice for women Women-centric cybercrimes (sextortion, blackmail, fake profiles, etc.) Role of judge in protecting victims Accountability and judicial conduct Gender sensitivity in judicial decisions Gender justice: constitutional/statutory provisions POCSO Act, 2012 and child sexual abuse Credibility of victim’s statement Sentencing in sexual offence cases Additional Acts/Guidelines : Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 PCPNDT Act, 1994 Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act, 2013 CCS Conduct Rules on sexual harassment Vishaka Guidelines (Supreme Court) Bangalore Principles of Judicial Conduct, 2002 Bangkok Guidelines for Gender Perspective in Judiciary (SE Asia) | 200 Marks |
| Paper-IV | English Composition | One Essay (choice of 1 out of 3 topics) Translation of Hindi Passage into English | Total: 150 Marks |
| Paper-V | Language (Hindi) | Translation of English Passage into Hindi Essay in Hindi Composition (Idioms, Corrections, etc.) | Total: 100 Marks |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Test | Description | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Viva-Voce | Evaluates the candidate’s General Knowledge, grasp of Principles of Law and suitability for appointment as a HPPSC Civil Judge. | 150 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Recommended Books |
|---|---|
| Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 | C.K. Takwani – Civil Procedure |
| Indian Constitution | M.P. Jain – Indian Constitutional Law |
| Indian Penal Code, 1860 | K.D. Gaur – Textbook on Indian Penal Code |
| Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 | R.V. Kelkar – Criminal Procedure |
| Indian Evidence Act, 1872 | V. Krishnamachari – Law of Evidence |
| Contract Act & Specific Relief Act | Avtar Singh – Law of Contract |
| General Knowledge & Reasoning | Lucent’s General Knowledge, R.S. Aggarwal – A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.How can I apply for the Himachal Pradesh Judiciary 2025 Recruitment?
Candidates need to apply online through the official website for the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC).
Q2.What is the last date to apply for the Himachal Pradesh PCS Judiciary Exam?
The last date to apply for the Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge Exam is on or before 13th January 2025.
Q3.What is the selection process of Himachal Pradesh Judiciary 2025?
The candidates will be selected based on a Prelims Exam, Mains Exam, and Viva-Voce.
Q4.Is there an application fee to be paid for the Himachal Pradesh J Exam?
Yes, candidates need to pay an application fee as per their category for the HPJS.
Q5.What is the Himachal Pradesh Judiciary Exam Date 2025?
The Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge Exam Date for the Preliminary exam is scheduled for 2nd March 2025.
Q6.What is the Himachal Pradesh PCS Judiciary?
The Himachal Pradesh Judiciary or Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge refers to the recruitment process conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission for appointing Civil Judges (Junior Division) in the state judiciary.
Q7.Where can I find the Himachal Pradesh Judicial Service Previous Year Paper?
The Paper is available on the official Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission website. Practicing these papers helps candidates understand the exam pattern and important topics.
Q8.How can I fill the Himachal Pradesh Judiciary Online Form 2025?
To fill the Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge Online Form, visit the official Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission website, click on the Civil Judge recruitment link, and complete the application process by 5th June 2025.
Q9.How many Himachal Pradesh Judiciary Seats are available in 2025?
A total of 21 vacancies have been released for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the 2025 recruitment cycle.
Q10.Who conducts the Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge recruitment?
The recruitment is conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) for appointing Civil Judges in the state judicial services.
Q11.Where can I find the Himachal Pradesh Civil Judge Notification 2025?
The official notification was released on 14th December 2024 on the Himachal Pradesh website. It contains all the details regarding eligibility, vacancies, exam dates, and the application process.
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