UP Judicial Services 2025
Exam Structure
| Stage | Type | Marks | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary | Objective (MCQs) | 450 | 2 hours | Screening test; marks not counted in final selection. |
| Mains | Descriptive | 1000 | 3 hours per paper | Detailed written examination. |
| Interview | Viva-Voce | 100 | – | Evaluates personality, legal knowledge, and communication skills. |
Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | General Knowledge | 150 |
| II | Law | 300 |
Paper I: General Knowledge
- Current events of national and international importance.
- Indian history and culture.
- Geography of India.
- Indian polity and governance.
- Economic and social development.
- Environmental ecology, biodiversity, and climate change.
- General science.
- Sports and awards.
- Books and authors.
Paper II: Law
- Constitution of India.
- Indian Penal Code.
- Code of Criminal Procedure.
- Code of Civil Procedure.
- Indian Evidence Act.
- Indian Contract Act.
- Specific Relief Act.
- Transfer of Property Act.
- Sale of Goods Act.
- Indian Partnership Act.
- Hindu Law.
- Mohammedan Law.
- Law of Torts.
Mains Examination (Descriptive Type)
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| I | General Knowledge | 200 |
| II | English Language | 100 |
| III | Hindi Language | 100 |
| IV | Law-I (Substantive Law) | 200 |
| V | Law-II (Procedural Law) | 200 |
| VI | Law-III (Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws) | 200 |
Paper I: General Knowledge
- History of India and Indian culture.
- Geography of India.
- Indian polity.
- Current national issues and topics of social relevance.
- India and the world.
- Indian economy.
- International affairs and institutions.
- Developments in the field of science and technology.
- Communications and space.
- Topics of social relevance to persons with disabilities, senior citizens, and offences against women and children.
Paper II: English Language
- Essay writing.
- English précis writing.
- Translation of a passage from Hindi to English.
Paper III: Hindi Language
- Essay writing.
- Hindi précis writing.
- Translation of a passage from English to Hindi.
Paper IV: Law-I (Substantive Law)
- Indian Contract Act.
- Indian Sale of Goods Act.
- Indian Partnership Act.
- Specific Relief Act.
- Transfer of Property Act.
- Hindu Law.
- Mohammedan Law.
Paper V: Law-II (Procedural Law)
- Code of Civil Procedure.
- Code of Criminal Procedure.
- Indian Evidence Act.
- Limitation Act.
- Registration Act.
- Arbitration and Conciliation Act.
Paper VI: Law-III (Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws)
- Indian Penal Code.
- Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code.
- Uttar Pradesh Urban (Planning and Development) Act.
- Uttar Pradesh Urban (Planning and Development) Rules.
- Uttar Pradesh Zamindari Abolition and Land Reforms Act.
Interview (Viva-Voce)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Marks | 100 |
| Focus Areas | Legal knowledge, clarity of thought, communication skills, personality traits suitable for judicial responsibilities. |
Contents
UP Judicial Services 2025Exam StructurePreliminary Examination (Objective Type)Paper I: General KnowledgePaper II: LawMains Examination (Descriptive Type)Paper I: General KnowledgePaper II: English LanguagePaper III: Hindi LanguagePaper IV: Law-I (Substantive Law)Paper V: Law-II (Procedural Law)Paper VI: Law-III (Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws)Interview (Viva-Voce)
