Punjab Judiciary (Civil Judge – Junior Division) 2025
Contents
- Stages: Preliminary (qualifying), Mains (written), Viva-Voce (interview)
- Prelim Exam Type: Objective / MCQs
- Mains Exam Type: Descriptive/narrative papers
- Language Requirement: Punjabi (Gurmukhi script) exam in Mains
Preliminary Examination
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Total Questions | 125 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 500 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct, –0.20 for wrong (i.e. 1/5th) |
| Qualifying Marks | 150 (General) / 100 (Reserved) |
Preliminary Syllabus Topics
- Main law subjects (graduate level)
- Indian legal & constitutional history and governance
- Current national & international events
- Aptitude, reasoning & analytical skills
Mains Examination
There are 5 papers in Mains: Civil Law I, Civil Law II, Criminal Law, English, Punjabi Language. All are 3 hours each.
| Paper | Marks | Syllabus / Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Law I (Paper I) | 200 | • Sale of Goods Act, 1930 • Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 • Transfer of Property Act, 1882 • Punjab Courts Act, 1918 • Specific Relief Act, 1963 • Indian Evidence Act, 1872 • Indian Partnership Act, 1932 • Indian Contract Act, 1872 • East Punjab Urban Rent Restriction Act, 1949 |
| Civil Law II (Paper II) | 200 | • Hindu Law • Muslim Law • Customary Law • Limitation & Registration Law |
| Criminal Law (Paper III) | 200 | • Indian Penal Code, 1860 • Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 • Indian Evidence Act, 1872 |
| English Language (Paper IV) | 200 | • Essay writing (1000-1100 words) • Comprehension • Correction of sentences • Precis writing • Use of words/phrases (sentences) (Proper Noun) |
| Punjabi Language (Paper V) | 150 | • Translation (Punjabi in Gurmukhi script) • Punjabi grammar, usage as per matriculation standard |
Important Mains Details
- Minimum passing marks in Punjabi paper: 33%
- Punjab language standard: Matriculation level or equivalent
- All papers (except Punjabi) are in English
- Bare copies of legislative enactments allowed during Mains
Viva-Voce (Interview)
- Total Marks: 100
- Only candidates who pass all written papers are eligible.
- Purpose: Test general awareness, intelligence, personality, and suitability for judicial role.
