UKPSC Civil Judge Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Exam Elements | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Judge |
| Vacancies | 8 |
| Cycle | 2023 |
| Application Start Date | 16th May 2025 |
| Application End Date | 5th June 2025 |
| Application Correction Window Date | 11th June-21st June (Till 11:59 PM) |
| Level of Exam | State-level |
| Exam Stages | Prelims Exam, Mains Exam and Interview |
| Official Website | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission |
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📊 Application Fee
| Category | Vacant Posts | Reservation for Uttarakhand Women |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 06 | 02 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 01 | - |
| Other Backwards Class (OBC) | 01 | - |
| Total | 08 | 02 |
📊 Exam Information 4
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Prelims Exam | 31st August 2025 |
| Mains Exam | 21st - 24th April 2026 |
| Interview | To be announced |
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Total Fees
- Unreserved
- Rs.166.36
- SC of Uttarakhand
- Rs.76.36
- ST of Uttarakhand
- Rs.76.36
- EWS of Uttarakhand
- Rs.166.36
- OBC of Uttarakhand
- Rs.166.36
- PwD of Uttarakhand
- Rs.16.36
- Orphan of Uttarakhand
- No Fees
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Exam Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parts | 2 (Part 1 & Part 2) |
| Total Questions | 300 (150 each part) |
| Total Marks | 200 (50 + 150) |
| Duration | 3 Hours (Combined) |
| Question Type | MCQs |
| Negative Marking | Yes (¼ mark per wrong answer) |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Marks | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 150 | The Present Day |
| Paper 2 | 100 | Language |
| Paper 3 | 200 | Law Paper I: Substantive Law |
| Paper 4 | 200 | Law Paper II: Evidence & Procedure |
| Paper 5 | 200 | Law Paper III: Criminal & Revenue |
| Paper 6 | 100 | Basic Computer Practical Exam |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Type | Marks | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Oral Interview | 100 | Assesses legal knowledge, general awareness, and suitability for the role |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Parts | Subjects Covered |
|---|---|
| Part I: General Knowledge | Daily events in India and around the world Legal developments and issues Includes topics on International law and Neutrality Questions on Recent legislative pronouncements Emphasis on the Indian Constitution Covers law and development themes |
| Part II: Law | Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Transfer of Property Act, 1882 Principles of Hindu Law Principles of Muslim Law Indian Evidence Act, 1872 & Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 & Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Indian Penal Code, 1860 & Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Paper | Subjects Covered |
|---|---|
| Paper 1: The Present Day | Current events in India and around the world Legal developments Questions on Jurisprudence and International law Includes topics like Neutrality and Recent legislation Emphasis on Indian constitutional law & developments Legal aspects of contemporary issues |
| Paper 2: Translation Paper | Translation of passages from English to Hindi and Hindi to English. Précis writing will also be included |
| Paper 3: Law Paper - I | Law of Contracts Law of Partnership Law concerning Easements and Torts Law relating to Transfer of Property Principles of Equity, especially in relation to property law Law of Trusts and Specific Relief under Equity Hindu Law Mohammedan (Muslim) Law |
| Paper 4: Law Paper - II | Law of Evidence Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 |
| Paper 5: Law Paper - III | U.P. Zamindari Abolition and Land Reforms Act (as applicable in Uttarakhand) Indian Penal Code, 1860 Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
📊 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 Civil Judge. | 100 |
📊 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 Uttarakhand Judiciary Recruitment?
Candidates need to apply online through the official website for the Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam.
Q2.What is the last date to apply for the Uttarakhand PCS Judiciary Exam?
The last date to apply for the Uttarakhand Civil Judge Exam is on or before 5th June 2025.
Q3.What is the selection process of Uttarakhand Judiciary 2025 Exam?
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 UKPSC J Exam?
Yes, candidates need to pay an application fee as per their category for the Uttarakhand Judicial service Exam.
Q5.What is the Uttarakhand Judiciary Exam Date 2025?
The UKPSC Civil Judge Exam Date for the Preliminary exam is scheduled for 31st August 2025. The UKPSC J Exam dates for the Mains and Interview rounds will be announced later by the UKPSC.
Q6.What is the Uttarakhand PCS Judiciary?
The Uttarakhand PCS Judiciary or UKPSC J refers to the recruitment process conducted by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) for appointing Civil Judges (Junior Division) in the state judiciary.
Q7.Where can I find the Uttarakhand Judiciary Previous Year Paper?
The Paper is available on the official UKPSC website and also on reliable legal exam preparation platforms. Practicing these papers helps candidates understand the exam pattern and important topics.
Q8.How can I fill the Uttarakhand Judiciary Online Form 2025?
To fill the Uttarakhand Judiciary Online Form, visit the official UKPSC website, click on the Civil Judge recruitment link, and complete the application process by 5th June 2025.
Q9.How many Uttarakhand Judiciary Seats are available in 2025?
A total of 8 vacancies have been released for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the 2025 recruitment cycle.
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