Chhattisgarh Judiciary 2026 Notification, Vacancy, Eligibility & Syllabus

Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has published the Chhattisgarh Judiciary 2026 Notification on its official website. The commission has announced 30 vacancies for Civil Judge (Junior Division). The full notification with details on the application process, eligibility conditions, syllabus, and exam pattern is expected to be released soon.

This page provides the most recent information about the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Recruitment 2026. All major points such as vacancy count, exam schedule, eligibility rules, how to apply, exam pattern, and useful preparation guidance related to Chhattisgarh Judiciary Recruitment 2026 are mentioned below:

• Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Vacancy 2026
• Chhattisgarh Judiciary 2026 Exam Dates
• Eligibility for CGPSC Civil Judge 2026
• How to Apply for CGPCS J Exam 2026
• Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Pattern
• Preparation tips for the Civil Judge exam
• Admit Card, Cut-off and Result updates

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Chhattisgarh Judiciary Recruitment Notification 2026

CGPSC has released a brief notification on 22nd January 2026 announcing 30 vacancies for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division). The complete detailed notification with information on application process, eligibility, exam dates, admit card, syllabus and exam pattern will be published soon on the official website of Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission.

Candidates are advised to start their preparation early by going through previous year question papers of the CGPSC Civil Judge exam. This will help them understand the exam level and important topics.

Key highlights of the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 are given below:

• Applications will be accepted only through online mode. Offline applications will not be accepted.
• The selection process consists of three stages – Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam and Interview.
• Selected candidates will receive a salary in the pay scale of ₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520.

Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Dates 2026

The Chhattisgarh Civil Judge exam dates have been announced. Check out the important events and dates in the table below for the 2026 session.

Event	Dates
Start of Prelims Online Application	To be announced
Last Date to Apply Online for Prelims	To be  announced
Starting Date for Form Correction	To be  announced
Last Date for Form Correction	To be  announced
Starting Date Post-Free Correction	To be  announced
Last Date Post-Free Correction	To be announced
Prelims Exam Date	To be  announced
Prelims Result Date	To be  announced
Mains Form Filling	To be  announced
Mains Exam Date	To be  announced
Interview Schedule	To be  announced
Chhattisgarh Judiciary Result (Final)	To be announced

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Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam 2026 Highlights

Feature	Details
Exam Conducting Body	Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC)
Post Name	Civil Judge (Junior Division)
Vacancies	30
Selection Process	1. Preliminary Examination 2. Main Examination (Written) 3. Viva-Voce (Interview)
Preliminary Exam Format	Objective-type (MCQs) 100 Marks  2 Hours Duration  Bilingual (Hindi and English)
Main Exam Format	Descriptive Written Test  100 Marks  3 Hours Duration  Includes Judgment Writing & Translation
Interview (Viva-Voce)	Maximum 15 Marks  Minimum Qualifying Marks: 33% (General), 25% (SC/ST/OBC)
Languages	Hindi and English
Subjects for Preliminary Exam	BNS,BNSS,BSA, Constitution of India, Evidence Act Contract Law, Limitation Act and Chhattisgarh-specific GK
Judgment Writing (Main Exam)	Framing issues and judgment writing in Civil Cases (40 Marks) Framing charges and judgment writing in Criminal Cases (40 Marks)
Translation	English to Hindi (10 Marks) Hindi to English (10 Marks)
Mode of Application	Online
Key Exam Dates	Online Applications: To Be Announced Preliminary Exam: To Be Announced
Final Merit List	Based on the combined scores of the Main Exam and Interview (Viva-Voce)
Job Location	Chhattisgarh

CGPSC Judicial Services Eligibility Criteria 2026

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission has prescribed specific criteria that must be satisfied to qualify for the civil judge exam. Before proceeding with the application, you must check whether you meet the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Eligibility requirements.

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the following requirements:

1. Educational Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognised university.
• Registration as an advocate under the Advocates Act of 1961 is mandatory.

2. Age Criteria (As of January 1, 2026):

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 35 years
• Age Relaxations: For Women (All Categories): 10 years, SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 5 years, Chhattisgarh Government Employees: 3 years

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CGPSC Judicial Services Eligibility - General Requirements

Here are the eligibility criteria for the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge exam 2026:

• You must be a citizen of India with sound well-being and decent moral character.
• You must not have a criminal history.
• You must have good character and be free from any bodily defect which renders you unfit for such appointment.

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Educational Qualification	Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognised university. Registration as an advocate under the Advocates Act of 1961 is mandatory.
Age Criteria (As of January 1, 2026)	Minimum Age: 21 years Maximum Age: 35 years
Age Relaxation	SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 5 years  Women (All Categories): 10 years  Chhattisgarh Government Employees: 3 years
General Requirements	Must be an Indian citizen with good moral character.  Must not have a criminal record.  Must be physically and mentally fit, free from any bodily defect that may render them unfit for judicial services.

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How to Apply for the CGPSC Judicial Services Exam 2026?

Follow the steps mentioned below to fill out the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Application Form online: 

• Visit the official website of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission and navigate to the application page.
• Alternatively, paste this URL into your web browser's address bar. - (https://online.ecgpsconline.in/registration/basic-details)
• Fill out the information and generate the OTP.
• Enter all the essential details, such as name, date of birth, address, educational qualifications, etc.
• Upload a scanned passport-sized photograph and a signature in the required format and size.
• After uploading, click the submit button to proceed with the final process.
• Pay the prescribed application fee in the online mode and submit it.
• Review the form and check if all details are entered correctly.

Prerequisites for Filling the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Application Form 2026

Keep the following things checked before you apply for the CGPSC Judiciary Exam 2026:

• An active e-mail ID
• Phone Number
• Signature
• Category Certificate
• Graduation Marks Sheet
• Passport Size Photograph
• Passing Certificate of Graduation
• ID Proof, i.e., Aadhar Card, PAN card, Voter ID card, Passport, etc.

CGPSC Judiciary Exam 2026 Application Fee

Refer to the fee details for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Prelims Exam:

• The Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Exam application is completely free for the residents of Chhattisgarh.
• Application fee for residents belonging to other states is Rs 400/-

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Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Pattern 2026

The table below shows the CGPSC Judicial Services Examination Pattern 2026:

Paper Name	Maximum Marks
Framing of Issues & Writing of Judgement in Civil Cases	40
Framing of Charges & Writing of Judgement in Criminal Cases	40
English to Hindi Translation	10
Hindi to English Translation	10

Preparing thoroughly for these sections is essential to excel in the exam.

The Chhattisgarh Civil Judge exam occurs in 3 phases below is the details of the same.

1. CGPSC Prelims Exam 2026

The preliminary exams for the CGPSC Civil Service Exams will have 100 marks, and the duration will be 2 hours. You must answer several 100 questions. Following is the exam pattern of Chhattisgarh Judiciary:

1. There will be Objective-type questions in the question paper. 
2. English & Hindi are the two languages in which the paper will be set.

Exam Name	CGPSC Judiciary Prelims Paper
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions
Total Number of Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Marking Scheme	Each question carries one mark
Negative Marking	No
Time Duration	2 hours

2. CGPSC Mains Examination ( Written )

The main exam will be of a written type. The type of questions will be 100 marks and based on the conventional (short/medium/long) types. It will last 3 hours.

3. Interview (Viva-voce)

• The Viva-Voce round will ultimately decide your fate in the Chhattisgarh judiciary examination.
• The candidates will appear for the viva-voce and be selected for this phase based on marks scored in the Mains exam.
• This crucial phase carries a weightage of 15 marks, and your performance in the test will determine the final cut-off.
• Prepare thoroughly for this round to maximise your chances of success.
• The candidates must obtain minimum qualifying marks in the viva-voce/interview as per the table given below:

Category	Qualifying Marks
Unreserved	33%
SC/ ST/ OBC	25%

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Chhattisgarh Judiciary Syllabus 2026

The following are the important subjects under Chhattisgarh civil judge syllabus:-

• Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023
•  Code of Civil Procedure
•  Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023
•  Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023
•  Constitution of India
• Transfer of Property Act
• Contract Act
•  Limitation Act
• The Chhattisgarh Rent Control Act, 2011 
• Court Fees Act
• Specific Relief Act
•  Registration Act
• Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code
• The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
• The Chhattisgarh Excise Act of 1915

CGPSC Syllabus for Mains Exam 2026

Once the candidates clear the prelims, they will move on to the Mains exams. However, only a limited number of candidates, in a ratio of 1:10, will be selected for the main exam.

• This examination is conducted with different objectives. This examination aims to check the candidate's knowledge of the subjects. 
• It is essential to report to the examination centre specified in the Admit Card and always carry the Admit Card.
• Knowledge of Translation from English to Hindi and from Hindi to English is important.

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Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam 2026 Preparation Tips 

Here are some valuable tips to excel in your CGPSC Judicial Services Exam preparation:

1. Candidates preparing for prelims and mains should begin with a complete and in-depth study of important topics that cover the major syllabus of both exams.
2. Prepare quick-pointer notes can be a lifesaver during last-minute preparations, enabling you to recall essential information quickly.
3. Prepare atleast 25 questions from the PYQ’s and develop 25 Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) questions based from past Chhattisgarh Judiciary exams.
4. Allocate time to read and stay updated on current affairs for at least 12 months leading up to the exam. This will help you in the Interview stage, enabling you to score well by knowing the latest events and developments worldwide.
5. After covering all the topics, practice as many questions as possible from the previous year's CGPSC Judiciary question papers. This will help improve time management and speed, allowing you to attempt questions more efficiently during the exam.
6. Check recent landmark judgments by the Honourable Supreme Court and the Honourable Chhattisgarh High Court which will deepen your understanding of the judicial system.

By implementing these tips, you can boost your Exam preparation and increase your chances of success.

Chhattisgarh Judiciary Preparation Books 2026 (Top Recommended)

Some of the names of the top recommended Books for Chhattisgarh civil judge preparation are mentioned below.

Book Name	Author
Guide for Chhattisgarh Judicial Services (Mains) Examination	Rajiv Ranjan Sahay
BSA, 2023 (The Law of Evidence)	Batuk Lal
Civil Procedure with Limitation Act 1963 with New Chapter on Commercial Courts - Authoritative Text Book on Civil Procedure Code - Latest Edition	C.K. Takwani
The Transfer of Property Act Bare Act	Poonam Pradhan (LexisNexis)
Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita	Prof. Vageshwari Deswal and Adv. Saurabh Kansal
Contract - I (Law of Contract - I with Specific Relief Act) Paperback - Latest Edition	Dr R.K. Bangia
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023	Ratanlal & Dirajlal

CGPSC Civil Judge Admit Card 2026

• You are issued the CGPSC Civil Judge Admit Card 2026 only after submitting the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Application Form.
• The admit card for Prelims is available now. 
• You can download the call letter for the interview and the admit card from psc.cg.gov.in for mains/prelims.
• You must carry a printed copy of the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge admit card on the day of the exams or interview. 

CGPSC Judiciary Exam Cut-off 2026

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission will release the results of the Judiciary examination after the prelims, mains & interview are conducted. The Cut-off will be declared post the examination.

Check now: Previous Year Cut-Offs

Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Answer Key 2026

Checking the Answer Key of the Chhattisgarh Prelims Exam is very simple. Follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the Official Website: Open your preferred web browser and go to the official website of the Chhattisgarh High Court. This is where you'll find official documents and information.
2. Check Notifications/Announcements Section: Search for a section where notifications or announcements on the homepage are given.
3. Find the Relevant Link: Look for a link explicitly mentioning the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Answer Key. The link's name should include the year and phase of the exam, such as Prelims or Mains.
4. Click on the Link: Click on the appropriate Answer Key link. This action will open a new page or directly download a PDF file to your device.
5. Download the Answer Key: Search for a download button or link if a new page opens. Click on it to download the answer key. If a PDF file opens, you can download it using the download icon in your PDF viewer.
6. Open and Verify: Open the file once the answer key is downloaded. Double-check that it's the correct answer key by verifying details such as the exam year, phase, and set (if applicable).

How to Check Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Result 2026?

The CGPSC Recruitment exam results are out; the candidates can check the results using the following steps:

• Visit the official website of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission using the link psc.cg.gov.in.
• You'll find various options to navigate to the result page on the homepage. Click on any of those result page links.
• Look for the specific link to access the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Result 2026 and other exam lists.
• Click on the provided link to view the result. It will be in PDF format, allowing you to download it for future reference.

If you are preparing for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam 2026 for the Civil Judge post, keep these important points in mind:

• CGPSC has released the Judiciary Notification 2026 for recruitment of Civil Judges in the state.
• The selection process has three stages – Prelims, Mains and Viva-voce.
• Candidates must hold an LLB degree from a recognised university and be between 21 and 35 years of age (age relaxation is available for reserved categories).
• The online application process will begin soon.
• The commission has announced vacancies for Civil Judge posts with a good pay scale and other benefits.
• The exam pattern includes Prelims with 100 multiple-choice questions, a written Mains exam, and a final interview.
• For preparation, focus on regular study, making notes, solving previous year papers, staying updated with current affairs, and reading important landmark judgments.

To sum up, check the eligibility carefully, apply on time, and prepare well for every stage of the exam. All the best for your Chhattisgarh Judiciary preparation.