Check the latest syllabus of UP PCS J exam:
Overview:
Paper
| Subjects | Marks | Duration |
Prelims | |||
Paper 1(General Knowledge) | History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs, Science and Technology, Indian Economy, Social Relevance | 150 | 2 Hours |
Paper 2 (Law) | Indian Constitution, Contract Law, Evidence Act, IPC, CPC, CrPC, Transfer of Property Act, International Law | 300 | 2 Hours |
Mains | |||
Paper 1 (General Knowledge) | History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs, Science and Technology, Indian Economy, Social Relevance | 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 2 (English Language) | Essay Writing, Precis Writing, translation ( Hindi to English) | 100 | 3 Hours |
Paper 3 (Hindi Language) | Essay Writing, Precis Writing, translation (English to Hindi) | 100 | 3 Hours |
Paper 4 (Law I – Substantive Law) | Law of Contracts, Partnership, Easements, Torts, Transfer of Property, Principles of Equity, Trust, Hindu & Mohammedan Law, Constitutional Law | 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 5 (Law II- Procedure and Evidence) | Law of Evidence, Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), Civil Procedure Code (CPC), Pleading, Framing of Charges, Judgment Writing | 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 6 (Law III – Penal , Revenue, and Local Laws) | IPC, UP Revenue Code, UP Urban Building Act, UP Municipalities Act, UP Panchayattttt aj Act, Local Laws | 200 | 3 Hours |
Interview | |||
| Legal Aptitude, personality, communication skills, ethics | 100 | 30-60 mins |
Prelims Syllabus
Mode of Exam | Objective ( Multiple Choice Questions) |
Number of Papers | 2 |
| Paper 1 : General Knowledge (150 Marks, 2 hours) Paper 2 : Law ( 300 Marks, 2 hours) |
Total Marks | 450 |
Duration | 4 hours in total ( 2 hours/ paper) |
Negetive marking | 1/3rd mark deduction for every wrong answer (-0.33) |
GK Paper Syllabus
- History of India and Indian Culture
- Geography of India
- Indian Polity
- Current National Issues and Social Relevance
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
- Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
- Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
- Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
- Pre-Conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994
- Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
- Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
- Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO)
- India and the World
- Indian Economy
- International Affairs and Institutions
- Developments in Science, Technology, Communications, and Space
Law Paper Syllabus
- Jurisprudence
- International Organizations
- Current International Affairs
- Indian Constitution
- Transfer of Property Act
- Indian Evidence Act
- Indian Penal Code (IPC)
- Civil Procedure Code (CPC)
- Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)
- Contract Act
Mains Syllabus
Mode of Exam | Descriptive (Written) |
Number of Papers | 6 |
Total Marks | 1000 |
Duration | 3 hours per paper |
Paper I: General Knowledge (200 Marks)
- History of India and Indian Culture
- Geography of India
- Indian Polity
- Current National Issues and topics of social relevance including :
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
- Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
- Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
- Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
- Pre-Conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994
- Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
- Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
- Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO)
- India and the World
- Indian Economy
- International Affairs and Institutions
- Developments in Science, Technology, Communications, and Space
Paper II: English Language (100 Marks)
- Essay: 50 Marks
- English Précis Writing: 30 Marks
- Translation of Passage from Hindi to English: 20 Marks
Paper III: Hindi Language (100 Marks)
- Essay: 50 Marks
- Précis Writing: 30 Marks
- Translation of Passage from English to Hindi: 20 Marks
Paper IV: Law – I (Substantive Law) (200 Marks)
- Law of Contracts
- Law of Partnership
- Law concerning Easements and Torts
- Transfer of Property Act
- Principles of Equity including the Law of Trust and Specific Relief
- Hindu Law
- Mohammedan Law
- Constitutional Law
Paper V: Law – II (Procedure and Evidence Law) (200 Marks)
- Law of Evidence (Indian Evidence Act, 1872)
- Code of Civil Procedure (CPC, 1908)
- Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC, 1973)
- Principles of Pleading
- Framing of charges and issues
- Methods of dealing with evidence and witnesses
- Writing judgments and conducting cases
Paper VI: Law – III (Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws) (200 Marks)
- Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
- Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code, 2006
- Uttar Pradesh Urban Building (Regulation of Letting, Rent, and Eviction) Act, 1972
- Uttar Pradesh Regulation of Urban Premises Tenancy Act, 2021
- Uttar Pradesh Municipalities Act, 1916
- P. Panchayat Raj Act, 1947
- P. Consolidation of Holdings Act, 1953
- Uttar Pradesh Urban (Planning and Development) Act, 1973
Note:
- Questions related to Penal Laws carry 50 marks.
- Questions on Revenue and Local Laws carry 150 marks.
Interview Syllabus
The Interview stage, carrying 100 marks, is the final step in the UP Judiciary selection process. This stage assesses the overall suitability of candidates for the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service, focusing not only on legal knowledge but also on important personal attributes.
The interview panel evaluates candidates based on their:
- Merit: The candidate’s legal knowledge and expertise.
- Ability: The capacity to apply legal principles in practical situations.
- Character and Personality: Professional ethics, communication skills, and demeanor.
- Physique: General health and fitness required for judicial roles.
The marks from the Interview are added to the total marks scored in the written exams. The final ranking of candidates is determined by the combined score of both the written papers and the interview.
It’s important to note that the commission may not call candidates for an interview if their performance in the Law Papers does not meet the required standard.