Are you planning to become a judge in India? This blog will help you understand how to prepare for judiciary exams like PCS-J or Civil Judge recruitment, even if you’re just starting
Subjects You Need to Study
To clear the judiciary exam, you must study some important laws:
- Indian Constitution – Basic rights, duties, structure of government
- Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS 2023) – Crimes and punishments
- Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 (BNSS 2023) – Steps police and courts follow in criminal cases
- Civil Procedure Code (CPC) – Rules for civil (non-criminal) cases
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam – What counts as proof in court
Also check your state-specific laws if you’re giving a State Judiciary Exam.
How to Make a Study Plan
You don’t need to study everything in one day. Make a simple plan like this:
- Pick one subject each week
- Study for 4–5 hours daily
- Revise what you studied every evening
- Give mock tests every Sunday
Best Books to Use
These are some books most students use:
- Indian Constitution (As per educator’s guidance)
- BNS/BNSS/BSA/CPC (As per educator’s guidance)
- Bare Acts – These are the original law books without explanations (very important)
- ebooks (Adv. Amit Arya| Hindi Law Shorts)
Practice Answer Writing
In the mains exam, you’ll have to write answers. So practice writing one or two answers every day. Check old question papers or join a test series if you can.
Stay Focused and Healthy
Judiciary preparation takes time. Don’t give up. Stay calm and:
- Take short breaks
- Eat healthy food
- Sleep well
- Avoid phone distractions while studying
Understand the Judiciary Exam Pattern
Before diving deep into your preparation, it’s important to understand the structure of the judiciary exam.
While the exact pattern may vary slightly from state to state (like UP, MP, Rajasthan, Delhi, etc.), most State Judicial Services Exams follow this format:
1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
Usually multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- Subjects: General knowledge, Constitution, CPC, CrPC, Evidence, Indian Penal Code/BNS, Local laws
- Acts as a screening test
- Marks are not counted in final merit
Tip: Focus on speed and accuracy here. Practice at least 20 MCQs daily.
2. Mains Examination
Written exams with long-form answers
Tests deep understanding and legal writing ability
Often includes:
- Civil Law Paper
- Criminal Law Paper
- Essay Writing
- General Knowledge or Language Paper
Tip: Learn to structure answers properly with headings, case laws, and clarity.
3. Interview / Viva Voce
- Conducted after clearing mains
- Evaluates personality, confidence, reasoning, ethics, and presence of mind
- You may be asked: Legal definitions, Opinions on current legal issues, Questions about your background and law school
Tip: Be honest, confident, and practice mock interviews with mentors.
Learn from Judiciary Toppers
One of the best strategies is to follow judiciary toppers who have already done what you’re aiming for. You can:
- Watch topper strategy videos on YouTube
- Read interviews published on law prep websites
- Follow their book lists, answer formats, and daily schedules
- Join online discussion forums or Telegram groups (only credible ones)
Make Use of Online Resources
You don’t have to rely only on thick books. Today, digital resources can make your study lighter and smarter:
Useful Resources:
- Hindi Law Shorts – Blog articles, charts, PDFs
- eCourts App – Access court judgments
- LiveLaw / Bar & Bench – For legal news
- Supreme Court & High Court websites – For recent case laws
- Online test series (some are free, some paid)
Use Visual Aids for Revision
Make law visual and easy to recall:
- Flowcharts for CrPC or CPC
- Timelines for case law development
- Mind maps for bare act sections
- Flashcards for maxims or definitions
Example: Draw a simple chart for the stages of a criminal trial.
Visual memory lasts longer and is useful during the viva stage too.
Keep Your Goal in Mind
This is not just another exam — it’s the gateway to becoming a civil judge, someone who upholds justice and interprets law with integrity.
Whenever you feel tired or distracted, remind yourself:
“I’m preparing for a life of purpose, not just a job.”
Stick a motivational quote on your study wall or lock screen:
“Every law you study today, could help deliver justice tomorrow.”
“Judges are not born. They are made — with consistency.”
Final Tip OR Conclusion
Start today — even with small steps. Judiciary exams need patience, practice, and planning.
And remember:
You can also watch Hindi legal videos on our YouTube channel — Hindi Law Shorts — to understand tough topics easily.
Cracking the judiciary exam is not about studying for long hours — it’s about smart, structured, and consistent preparation. Follow the right materials, stay mentally strong, and trust the process.
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