Uttar Pradesh Civil Judge Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) issues UP Judiciary Exam and Pattern. All interested candidates can look at their official site and get updates on the posts.

There are three stages of the Uttar Pradesh Civil Judge Exam:

  1. Preliminary Exam – the screening test – MCQ Based – Language: English
  2. Mains Exam – Written / Subjective Based – Offline
  3. Interview – Viva Voce

The Preliminary Exam is conducted online where the candidates are screened and the selected candidates appear for the Mains Exam, which is written in nature. Once the candidate qualifies for the written exam, becomes eligible for the Viva Voce.

Syllabus for Uttar Pradesh Civil Judge Exam:

A. Preliminary Exam:

PaperSubject
Paper I Indian History and Indian Culture
Indian Grography
Indian Polity
Current National & International Issues
General Knowledge
Communications and Space
India and the World
Indian Economy
International Affairs
International Organisations
International Affairs and Institutions
Topics of Social Relevance to persons with disabilities, senior citizens and offences on women & children
Salient Features of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
Maintainance & Welfare of Parents
Dowry Prohibition Act
Senior Citizens Act, 2007
Science and Technology
Information Technology
Paper IIJurisprudence
International Organisations
Current International Affairs
Indian Constitution
Transfer of Property
Indian Evidence Act
Indian PEnal Code
Civil Procedure Code
Criminal Procedure Code
Law of Contract

B. Mains Exam:

Paper TopicSubjects
Paper IGeneral KnowledgeThe History of India and Indian Culture
Geography of India
Indian Polity
Current National Issues 
India and the World
Indian Economy
International Affairs and Institutions
Development in the field of Science and Technology
Communications and Space
Topics of social relevance to persons with disabilities, senior citizens and offences on women & children 
Maintenance & Welfare of Parents 
Salient Features of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016
Maintenance & Welfare of Parents 
Senior Citizens Act, 2007
Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
India and the World
Indian Economy
International Affairs
Institutions and development in the field of Science and Technology
Communications and Space
Paper IIEnglish LanguageEssay – 50 marks
English Précis writing – 30 marks
Translation of passage from Hindi to English – 20 marks
Paper IIIHindi LanguageEssay – 50 marks
Hindi Précis writing – 30 marks
Translation of Passage from English to Hindi – 20 marks
Paper IVLaw I
Substantive Law
Law of Contracts
Law of Partnership
Law concerning Easements and Torts
Law relating to the Transfer of Property
Principles of Equity specifically applicable thereto
Principle of Equity with special reference to Trust
Law of Trust and Specific Relief
Hindu Law
Mohammedan Law
Constitutional Law
Paper VLaw II
Procedural & Evidence Laws
Code of Civil Procedure
Principles of Pleading
Evidence of Witnesses
Framing of Charges
Principles of pleading
Conduct of Cases
Criminal Procedure Code
Law of Evidence
Writing of Judgment
Paper VILaw III
Penal, Revenue & Local Laws
Indian Penal Code
Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code, 2006
Uttar Pradesh Urban Building ( Regulation of Letting, Rent and Eviction) Act, 1972
Uttar Pradesh Muncipalities Act
Uttar Pradesh Raj Act
Uttar Pradesh Consolidation of Holdings Act
Uttar Pradesh Urban (Planning and Development) Act, 1973

Exam Pattern & Marks Distribution:


A. Preliminary Exam:
Total Marks: 450 (General Knowledge – 150 & Law – 300)
Duration:Hindi/English
Type: Written

B. Mains Exam:
No. of Paper: 6
Total Marks: 600
Duration: 3 Hours for each
Medium: Hindi/English
Type: Subjective

C. Viva Voce:
The Viva Voce is the final stage where the candidate appears for an interview. The Viva Voce carries 100 marks.

Eligibility:

A candidate-

  • Must be a citizen of India
  • Holder of a Law degree recognized from a Law University established by Law in India
  • Eligible to practice as an Advocate in India

Age Limit:

The minimum age is 22 years, while the maximum age allowed for the exam is 35 years. However, the age relaxation applies for certain categories. 

Concluding remark:

We hope that is helpful. Leave your comments below in case of any queries. All the best for your UP Judiciary preparation!

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