Judiciary Exam Guide 2027
Judiciary (State Judicial Services Examination) is conducted by the state public service commissions and, in some states, the High Court. It is used for recruitment of civil judges and magistrates. This guide covers who can apply, how selection works, what is tested and how to prepare.
- Law
- Pen and paper or computer-based, by state
Judiciary at a glance
- Full name
- State Judicial Services Examination
- Conducted by
- the state public service commissions and, in some states, the High Court
- Used for
- recruitment of civil judges and magistrates
- Mode
- Pen and paper or computer-based, by state
- Who can apply
- LL.B. degree from a recognised university; some states require practice experience, so confirm in each notification.
- What is tested
- Procedural and substantive law, state laws and a language or general knowledge paper, depending on the state
How Judiciary selection works
- 1Preliminary examination
- 2Mains (descriptive)
- 3Interview or viva voce
How to prepare for Judiciary
- Bare acts and landmark judgments come first; answer-writing practice is essential for Mains.
- Follow your target state's syllabus, because it differs from other states.
- Before you apply, read the latest official notification. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change every cycle and are not listed here.
Choosing Judiciary coaching
Coaching helps most when you need structure, regular tests and a peer group. Ask any centre for the batch size, the full fee including GST, a trial class and last year's results with roll numbers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Judiciary?+−
Judiciary (State Judicial Services Examination) is conducted by the state public service commissions and, in some states, the High Court. It is used for recruitment of civil judges and magistrates.
Who can apply for Judiciary?+−
LL.B. degree from a recognised university; some states require practice experience, so confirm in each notification.
What are the stages of Judiciary?+−
Judiciary runs in 3 stages: 1. Preliminary examination; 2. Mains (descriptive); 3. Interview or viva voce.
What does Judiciary test?+−
Judiciary covers Procedural and substantive law, state laws and a language or general knowledge paper, depending on the state.
Are the dates and fees for Judiciary on this page?+−
No. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change each cycle, so confirm them in the official notification before you apply.