Judiciary Exams 2026
Judiciary exams (commonly PCS-J) recruit law graduates into the subordinate judiciary as Civil Judge (Junior Division) and Judicial Magistrate. Conducted by State High Courts or State Public Service Commissions, they are the most prestigious path for those who wish to serve on the bench.
About Judiciary Exams
Judiciary exams (commonly PCS-J) recruit law graduates into the subordinate judiciary as Civil Judge (Junior Division) and Judicial Magistrate. Conducted by State High Courts or State Public Service Commissions, they are the most prestigious path for those who wish to serve on the bench.
The exam follows a Preliminary → Mains → Viva-voce pattern, testing substantive and procedural law, state-specific local laws, language and judgment-writing ability.
All Judiciary Exams (1)
Judicial Services (PCS-J) 2026
State High Courts / State Public Service Commissions
Judiciary Exams at a Glance
| Exam | Conducting Body | Level | Exam Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Judicial Services (PCS-J) | State High Courts / State Public Service Commissions | State | December 2026 | Details |
Dates are indicative — always verify on the official website.
How to Prepare for Judiciary Exams
- Master the bare acts and core substantive and procedural laws.
- Practice judgment and answer writing for the descriptive mains.
- Add state-specific local laws and recent legal developments.
- Solve previous-year papers of your target state and revise consistently.
Judiciary Exams — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the judiciary exam?
Law graduates (LLB) who meet the state-specific eligibility, including enrolment/eligibility as an advocate, can apply.
Is the judiciary exam the same in every state?
Each state conducts its own exam, but the three-stage prelims–mains–interview structure is broadly similar.
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