1723534562.png){kind=small}
Rajasthan Judiciary 2026 [RJS Notification], Vacancy, Syllabus & Exam Dates
October 27, 2026
The Rajasthan Judiciary 2026 (RJS 2026) notification has not been released yet.
The Rajasthan Judiciary 2026 exam dates will be out soon.
- To apply for the RJS exam, candidates need an LLB (professional) degree and must be between 21 and 40 years old, with relaxation for notified categories.
- Candidates also need to know Hindi in Devanagari script and Rajasthani dialects and customs.
- Under the Supreme Court’s August 2026 ruling, no practice at the Bar is needed for notifications issued up to 31 March 2027.
|
Table of Contents
|
Rajasthan Judiciary 2026 Overview
The Rajasthan Judiciary exam conducted by the Rajasthan High Court. The details are mentioned below for the exam related information.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Rajasthan Judicial Service (RJS) Civil Judge Cadre Examination |
| Also known as | RJS exam, Rajasthan Civil Judge exam, Rajasthan PCS-J |
| Conducting body | Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur |
| Governing rules | Rajasthan Judicial Service Rules, 2010 |
| Post | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Exam level | State level, held once per recruitment cycle (not fixed annually) |
| RJS 2026 notification | Not released |
| RJS 2026 vacancies | Not announced |
| Last cycle | Civil Judge Cadre 2025: 44 posts (Gen 17, SC 7, ST 5, OBC 9, MBC 2, EWS 4); final result 19 Dec 2025 |
| Previous cycle | RJS 2024: 222 posts; final result 27 Oct 2024 |
| Application mode | Online only, at hcraj.nic.in |
| Application fee (2025) | ₹1,500 General/other states; ₹1,250 OBC-NCL, MBC-NCL, EWS of Rajasthan; ₹800 SC, ST, ex-servicemen of Rajasthan; nil for PwBD ✱ |
| Selection process | Preliminary (objective) → Main (written) → Interview |
| Prelims format | 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, offline (OMR); law 70%, Hindi and English 30% |
| Negative marking | None |
| Prelims qualifying marks | 45% General/OBC; 40% SC/ST and other notified categories |
| Mains format | 4 written papers, 300 marks: Law I (civil) 100, Law II (criminal) 100, Hindi essay 50, English essay 50 |
| Interview | 35 marks; tests general awareness, legal knowledge, personality, Rajasthani dialects and customs |
| Final merit | Mains + interview = 335 marks (prelims marks not counted) |
| Qualification | LLB (professional) degree from a university recognised under the Advocates Act, 1961; final-year students may apply |
| Age (2025 cycle) | 21–40 years as on 1 Jan 2026, with relaxation for notified categories |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
| Language and local knowledge | Hindi in Devanagari script; Rajasthani dialects and social customs |
| Practice requirement | Not required for notifications issued up to 31 Mar 2027; 1 year required from 1 Apr 2027 |
| Number of attempts | No limit, within the age band |
| Entry pay | ₹77,840 basic (J-1 pay level, range ₹77,840–₹1,36,520) plus allowances |
| Official website | hcraj.nic.in |
Rajasthan Judiciary 2026 Exam Dates
The full RJS 2026 exam will be notified soon. The details are mentioned in the table.
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement released | Awaited |
| Online application window | Awaited |
| Prelims date announced | Awaited |
| Prelims admit card | Awaited |
| Preliminary exam | Awaited |
| Model answer key | Awaited |
| Final answer key and prelims result | Awaited |
| Main exam admit card | Awaited |
| Main exam | Awaited |
| Main exam result | Awaited |
| Interview schedule notice | Awaited |
| Final result | Awaited |
Rajasthan Judiciary Vacancies 2026
The RJS 2026 vacancy have not been notified yet. Below is the detailed vacancy distribution for the Rajasthan Judicial Service (RJS) Exam from the previous years:
Rajasthan Judiciary Vacancy 2025
The Rajasthan High Court released the RJS 2025 notification on 27 February 2025, announcing 44 vacancies in the Civil Judge Cadre. These posts were calculated for the year 2025 (till December 2025) as per Rule 7 and Schedule-III of the Rajasthan Judicial Service Rules, 2010. The preliminary exam took place on 27 July 2025, followed by the Mains on 11 and 12 October 2025. Results for the Mains were declared on 11 November 2025.
| Category | Total Vacancies | Reserved for Women | Other Reservations |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 17 | 5 | 1 for Widow, 1 for Ex-Serviceman |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 7 | 2 | None |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 | 1 | None |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 9 | 2 | None |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 4 | 1 | None |
| Most Backward Classes (MBC) | 2 | 0 | None |
| Total | 44 | 11 |
Rajasthan Judiciary Vacancy 2024
The 2024 examination has been conducted for 222 vacancies; here is the bifurcation.
- 83 Vacancies in 2022.
- 57 Vacancies in 2023
- 82 Vacancies in 2024 (details given below)
The Rajasthan High Court announced 82 Rajasthan Judiciary vacancies for all categories this year. Of the total Rajasthan Civil Judge Vacancy 2024, 33 are for the unreserved category.
|
Category |
Total Vacancies |
|
General/Unreserved |
31 |
|
SC |
13 |
|
ST |
09 |
|
OBC |
17 |
|
EWS Category |
08 |
|
MBC |
04 |
|
Total |
82 (2 vacancies included for those with blindness and low vision, and deaf and hard-of-hearing persons) |
What is the RJS exam?
The RJS (Rajasthan Judicial Service) exam is the Rajasthan High Court’s recruitment exam for Civil Judges (Junior Division), the entry-level judges in Rajasthan’s district courts. A candidate who clears it is appointed to the state judiciary and hears civil cases, and usually criminal cases too as a Judicial Magistrate.
Selection happens in three stages:
- Preliminary exam: 100 objective questions. It only decides who moves on to mains, and its marks don’t count in the final result.
- Main exam: four written papers for 300 marks. These are two law papers (civil and criminal) and an essay each in Hindi and English.
- Interview: 35 marks. Final merit is the total of mains and interview marks.
Has the RJS 2026 notification been released?
The Rajasthan High Court has not published a Civil Judge Cadre 2026 advertisement.
When it does, it will appear under Recruitment on hcraj.nic.in, usually with a separate instructions notice for the online form. No official date has been announced.
Can fresh law graduates apply? The Supreme Court practice rule explained
Yes, a fresh law graduate can apply as on 21 August 2026, a three-judge Supreme Court bench (In Bhumika Trust v. Union of India) modified its May 2025 judgment that had made three years of practice compulsory for Civil Judge (Junior Division) exams.
|
New Judiciary Eligibility Rule 2026 by Supreme Court The Supreme Court had restored the mandatory 3-year practice at the Bar for candidates applying for Civil Judge (Junior Division) exams through its judgment dated 20 May 2025. This requirement has now been substantially modified by a subsequent judgment in August 2026. Here are the changes as per the current judgement and judiciary practice rule: As per the SC 2026 latest rules, the following changes apply:
|
Rajasthan Judiciary Eligibility criteria 2026
To apply for RJS, candidates need an LLB (professional) degree from a university recognised under the Advocates Act, 1961, must be 21–40 years old on the cut-off date, and must know Hindi in Devanagari script and Rajasthani dialects and social customs. For more information, refer Rajasthan Judiciary Exam Eligibility.
The table uses the 2025 advertisement; the 2026 notice may change dates.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational qualification | Bachelor of Laws (professional) degree, 3-year or 5-year |
| Final-year students | May apply; proof of the degree must be submitted before the main exam (RHC notice of 12 Sep 2025) |
| Age | 21–40 years as on 1 January of the year after the advertisement (2025 cycle: 1 Jan 2026) |
| Age relaxation | For Rajasthan's SC, ST, OBC, MBC and EWS candidates, women, PwBD and ex-servicemen, per the Rajasthan Judicial Service Rules, 2010 |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
| Language and local knowledge | Hindi in Devanagari script; Rajasthani dialects and social customs |
| Practice at the Bar | Not required for notifications up to 31 Mar 2027 |
| Attempts | No limit, within the age band |
Rajasthan Judiciary 2026 Exam Pattern
The Rajasthan Judiciary Exam Pattern has three stages: a 100-mark objective preliminary exam, a 300-mark written main exam and a 35-mark interview. Prelims marks only decide who reaches mains. Final merit is mains + interview, out of 335.
RJS Prelims Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline, OMR-based |
| Questions and marks | 100 MCQs, 100 marks |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Weightage | Law Papers I and II: 70%; Hindi and English proficiency: 30% |
| Negative marking | None |
| Minimum qualifying marks | 45% (General/OBC); 40% (SC/ST and other notified categories) |
| Shortlisting for mains | Up to 15 times the category-wise vacancies |
RJS Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Law Paper I | Civil laws | 100 | 3 hours |
| Law Paper II | Criminal laws | 100 | 3 hours |
| Language Paper I | Hindi essay | 50 | 2 hours |
| Language Paper II | English essay | 50 | 2 hours |
| Total | 300 |
RJS Interview Exam Pattern
The interview carries 35 marks and assesses general awareness, legal knowledge, personality and knowledge of Rajasthani dialects and social customs. About three times the category-wise vacancies are called. To be called, you need:
| Category | Each law paper | Mains aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| General and others | 35% | 40% |
| SC/ST | 30% | 35% |
Check: Rajasthan Judiciary Preparation Classes
Rajasthan Judiciary Syllabus 2026
The prelims and mains share one law syllabus: Law Paper I covers civil and Rajasthan local laws, Law Paper II covers criminal and special laws. See the full Rajasthan Judiciary syllabus for topic-wise detail.
- Four Rajasthan statutes carry questions that out-of-state material skips: the Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001; Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956; Rajasthan Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1961; and Rajasthan Excise Act, 1950.
- The syllabus lists the IPC, CrPC and Evidence Act alongside the BNS, BNSS and BSA, so prepare comparative tables, not one set alone.
| Paper | Stage | Mains marks | Mains duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Law Paper I (civil laws) | Prelims + Mains | 100 | 3 hours |
| Law Paper II (criminal laws) | Prelims + Mains | 100 | 3 hours |
| Hindi | Prelims (grammar) + Mains (essay) | 50 | 2 hours |
| English | Prelims (grammar) + Mains (essay) | 50 | 2 hours |
In prelims, the two law papers together carry 70% of the weightage and Hindi plus English carry 30%. For more detailed information, go through the RJS Prelims 2026 exam instructions.
Law Paper I: Civil Laws
| No. | Act / Subject |
|---|---|
| 1 | Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 |
| 2 | Constitution of India |
| 3 | Indian Contract Act, 1872 |
| 4 | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 and Indian Evidence Act, 1872 |
| 5 | Limitation Act, 1963 |
| 6 | Specific Relief Act, 1963 |
| 7 | Transfer of Property Act, 1882 |
| 8 | Interpretation of Statutes |
| 9 | Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001 |
| 10 | Hindu law: Hindu Marriage Act, 1955; Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956; Hindu Succession Act, 1956; Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 |
| 11 | Rajasthan Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1961 |
| 12 | Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956 |
| 13 | Indian Partnership Act, 1932 |
| 14 | Sale of Goods Act, 1930 |
| 15 | Registration Act, 1908 |
| 16 | Muslim law: succession, marriage, divorce, maintenance and adoption |
Law Paper II: Criminal and Special Laws
| No. | Act |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 and Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 |
| 2 | Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 and Indian Evidence Act, 1872 |
| 3 | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 and Indian Penal Code, 1860 |
| 4 | Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 |
| 5 | Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 |
| 6 | Probation of Offenders Act, 1958 |
| 7 | Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 |
| 8 | Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986 |
| 9 | Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 |
| 10 | Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 |
| 11 | Rajasthan Excise Act, 1950 |
| 12 | Information Technology Act, 2000 |
Hindi and English
| Paper | Stage | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Prelims | संधि, समास, उपसर्ग-प्रत्यय; तत्सम-तद्भव-देशज-विदेशी शब्द; पर्यायवाची, विलोम; शब्द-शुद्धि, वाक्य-शुद्धि; लिंग, वचन, काल, वाच्य; विराम चिह्न; मुहावरे-लोकोक्तियाँ; प्रशासनिक एवं विधिक पारिभाषिक शब्दावली |
| English | Prelims | Tenses; articles and determiners; modals; active and passive voice; direct and indirect speech; coordination and subordination; phrasal verbs and idioms; synonyms and antonyms |
| Hindi essay | Mains | Essay writing, 50 marks, 2 hours |
| English essay | Mains | Essay writing, 50 marks, 2 hours |
Rajasthan State Laws in the Syllabus
| Act | Paper | Subject matter |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001 | Law Paper I | Tenancy, rent and eviction |
| Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956 | Law Paper I | Land records, revenue courts, land revenue |
| Rajasthan Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1961 | Law Paper I | Court fees and valuation of suits |
| Rajasthan Excise Act, 1950 | Law Paper II | Liquor regulation and excise offences |
Rajasthan Civil Judge Salary 2026
A newly appointed Civil Judge (Junior Division) in Rajasthan starts at a basic pay of ₹77,840 per month (pay level J-1, range ₹77,840–₹1,36,520) under the Second National Judicial Pay Commission scale, which the Supreme Court directed states to implement on 27 July 2022. Dearness allowance, HRA or official accommodation and other allowances are added as per state rules.
| Perks and Remittances | Description |
|---|---|
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | The employee is given a fixed percentage of the basic pay to cover their accommodation expenses. |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Employees are given a cost-of-living adjustment allowance to compensate for inflation. |
| Medical Allowance | A fixed allowance is given to the employee to cover their medical expenses. |
| Travel Allowance (TA) | A fixed allowance is given to the employee to cover their travel expenses for official duties. |
| Pension and Gratuity | The government provides a pension plan and gratuity for retired employees based on years of service. |
| Housing and Vehicle Facilities | Depending on the post and jurisdiction, the government may provide official housing and vehicles to the employee. |
| Insurance | Group health and life insurance are provided to the employee, which covers the employee and their family. |
| Leave and Holidays | Civil Judges are entitled to a certain number of paid leaves per year and are also given public holidays. |
| Professional Development Opportunities | Judges may attend national and international conferences, workshops, and training sessions to enhance their skills. |
| Job Security and Social Status | The position of a Civil Judge is considered prestigious and comes with job security and social status. |
Candidates selected under the transition period first serve one year as Trainee Judicial Officers on a fixed amount (half of a JMFC's pay), then one year of clerkship, before the regular scale applies.
How to apply for Rajasthan Judiciary Exam 2026
Candidates can apply online only, at their official website, once the Rajasthan Judiciary vacancies are out. The 2025 process worked like this:
The 2025 process worked like this:
- Open hcraj.nic.in → Recruitment → Civil Judge Cadre (year).
- Read the advertisement and the separate "Instructions for filling Online Application Form".
- Register, fill personal, category and LLB details, and choose an exam centre.
- Upload photo, signature and a clearly visible photo ID.
- Pay the fee online and print the submitted form.
| Category (2025) | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC-CL, MBC-CL of Rajasthan; all candidates from other states | ₹1,500 |
| OBC-NCL, MBC-NCL, EWS of Rajasthan | ₹1,250 |
| SC, ST, ex-servicemen of Rajasthan | ₹800 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | Nil |
For more information check Rajasthan Judiciary Application Form 2026.
Rajasthan Judiciary Admit card 2026
The RJS admit card 2026 is not out yet. Check the details below on how to download the RJS admit card in a few simple steps:
- Visit the official website of the Rajasthan High Court - https://hcraj.nic.in/.
- Look for the 'Recruitment' tab and click on it.
- You'll find a link to download the admit card for the Rajasthan Judiciary Exam. Click on it.
- Enter your login credentials - your registration number, date of birth, and the captcha code.
- Click the 'Submit' button, and your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Check all the details on the admit card, such as your name, photograph, exam date, venue, and other important instructions.
- Download and take a printout of the admit card.
Rajasthan Judiciary Answer key and Result 2026
All RJS answer keys and results are posted only on the Rajasthan High Court notice board, as PDFs.
Follow the steps below while checking the Rajasthan Judicial Services answer key:
- Visit the official website of the Rajasthan High Court.
- Click on the ‘Answer Key’ tab.
- Select the Rajasthan Civil Judge Exam Answer Key.
- Enter your application number and other credentials as asked.
- Click the ‘Submit’ button to download the answer key.
- Compare your answers with the answer key to calculate your score.
- You can object to the answer key if there is any discrepancy.
- The Rajasthan High Court releases the Final Answer Key after considering the objections.
Candidates can refer to the result for step-by-step information in a detailed manner.
Rajasthan Judiciary cut-off 2026
The RJS final Cut-off for Prelims is not there as the exam notification is awaited. Till then the previous year cut off can be referred by the candidates
RJS cut-off: 2025 vs 2024
The General category final cut-off rose from 164.5 in 2024 to 190.5 in 2025 (out of 335), as posts fell from 222 to 44. Final cut-off is mains + interview marks of the last selected candidate.
| Category | Final 2025 | Final 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 190.5 | 164.5 |
| EWS | 182 | 158 |
| OBC-NCL | 168 | 152.5 |
| ST | 157.5 | 136 |
| SC | 146 | 136.5 |
| MBC-NCL | 142 | 134 |
How to Prepare for Rajasthan Judiciary 2026
Candidates can start their preparation for Rajasthan Judiciary exam as the exam notification will be out soon.
- Law carries 70% of prelims, so bare-act reading wins the screening test.
- The two essay papers are 100 of 300 mains marks, a third of your written score, so practise Hindi and English essays weekly.
- And the 2025 timeline left under two months between prelims result and mains, so start mains answer writing now.
Key takeaways
- The RJS 2026 notification isn’t out yet, but its timing matters more than usual this year.
- If the Rajasthan High Court issues it on or before 31 March 2027, candidates can apply straight after your LLB with no practice at the Bar.
- If it comes later, you’ll need one year of court practice first.
If you want a structured guidance, take a free demo online class or talk to a Judiciary Gold counsellor about the course.
Judiciary Practice Rule 2026 — Check where you stand
Fill your details
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are released for the Rajasthan Civil Judge post for the last vacancy?
What was the required eligibility criteria for the Rajasthan Judiciary Exam ?
What is the selection process of Rajasthan Judiciary Recruitment?
What is the prelims exam pattern of the RJCS Civil Judge exam?
Is there negative marking in the RJS prelims?
How do I prepare notes for RJS 2026 mains?
Which Rajasthan Judiciary Book can I refer while preparing Probation of Offenders Act questions?
Is Rajasthan Judiciary Exam Tough?
What is the syllabus of Rajasthan Judicial Services Prelims Exam?
How many attempts are there in RJS Exam?
What is the age limit to apply for the Rajasthan Judicial Service Examination?
Nancy Mahavir Sharma
Legal Writer
SHARE