Odisha Judicial Service Examination 2025
Contents
Examination Stages Overview
| Stage | Description | Marks | Duration | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | Objective type test for screening | 100 | 1.5 hours | Multiple Choice |
| Main Examination | Descriptive papers (compulsory and optional papers) | 750 | 2.5 to 3 hours per paper | Written |
| Interview (Viva-Voce) | Personality assessment and general legal knowledge | 50 | – | Oral |
Preliminary Examination Syllabus
| Subject Area | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Constitution of India | Preamble, Fundamental Rights and Duties, Directive Principles, Union and State Legislature and Executive, Judiciary, Amendment Procedure, Constitutional Bodies |
| General Knowledge | Current Affairs (National and International), Indian History and Culture, Geography, Science & Technology, Important Dates and Events |
| English Language & Aptitude | Vocabulary (Synonyms/Antonyms), Grammar, Comprehension, Sentence Correction, Logical and Analytical Reasoning, Basic Numerical Ability |
| Criminal Law | Indian Penal Code (IPC) general principles, offenses against person and property, Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) including investigation, arrest, bail, trial procedures, Indian Evidence Act relevant sections |
| Contract Law and Tort Law | Indian Contract Act basics, Specific Relief Act, Law of Torts including negligence, nuisance, defamation, liability |
| Transfer of Property Law | Sale, mortgage, lease, gift, exchange, easements, licenses, transfer by ostensible owner |
| Indian Evidence Act | Relevancy of facts, admissions, confessions, dying declarations, evidence examination and burden of proof |
Main Examination Syllabus
Compulsory Papers
| Paper | Syllabus Content | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: General English | Essay writing, précis writing, grammar, translation between English and Odia, comprehension | 150 | 2 hrs 30 mins |
| Paper 2: Procedural Laws | Code of Criminal Procedure, Code of Civil Procedure, Indian Evidence Act | 150 | 2 hrs 30 mins |
Optional Papers (Choose any 3)
| Optional Paper | Syllabus Focus | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 3: Law of Crime and Law of Torts | IPC substantive laws, Law of Torts general principles, negligence, defamation, liability | 150 | 3 hrs |
| Paper 4: Personal Law | Hindu Law, Mohammedan Law, succession, marriage, inheritance-related laws | 150 | 3 hrs |
| Paper 5: Law of Property | Transfer of Property Act, Easements, Mortgage, Sale, Lease, Gift | 150 | 3 hrs |
| Paper 6: Law of Contract | Indian Contract Act, Sale of Goods Act, Partnership Act, specific relief | 150 | 3 hrs |
| Paper 7: Jurisprudence and Constitution of India | Principles of jurisprudence, Constitutional Law, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Judiciary Structure | 150 | 3 hrs |
Interview (Viva-Voce)
| Evaluation Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| Legal Knowledge | Understanding and practical knowledge of law |
| Personality Assessment | Suitability for judicial service, integrity, attitude |
| Communication Skills | Clarity, expression, reasoning ability |
| Language Proficiency | Proficiency in English and Odia |
