UP Judiciary Syllabus 2021 (UP Judicial Services Exam Syllabus) PDF Download Here

• Jurisprudence
• International Organisations
• Current International Affairs
• Indian Constitution
• Transfer of Property Act
• Indian Evidence Act
• Indian Penal Code
• Civil Procedure Code
• Criminal Procedure Code
• Contract

Paper-2: General Knowledge

As per the UP Civil Judge Syllabus, the paper 2 will consist of Indian history and Indian culture, Indian geography, Indian politics, current national affairs, India and world, Indian economics, International affairs, International Organisations, science and technology, Information technology and space, etc.  

How to Prepare Bare Acts for UP Judicial Services Exam 2021?

Candidates can go through some simple tips mentioned below while preparing bare acts for UP PCS J exam.

• Firstly, go through the index of the bare act and try to remember the name of the chapters and section numbers in each chapter.
• Make sure you are aware of the date when the act was adopted and when it came into force.
• Try to make a circle (may/shall/must) in section and subsections.
• Focus more on the illustrations mentioned in the section.
• Do not exceed reading more than 50 sections per day because small targets are easy to remember and revise.
• Ensure to revise all the topics on a weekly basis.
• Attempt previous year papers and mock tests to test your preparation levels.

UP Judiciary Mains Examination Syllabus 2021

Here is the detailed Mains syllabus of the UP PCS J Exam. Candidates are advised to go through the complete UP PCS J syllabus and plan their preparation to cover all the topics.

Paper-1: General Knowledge

This paper may include questions based on topics relating to the History of India and Indian Culture, Geography of India, Indian Polity, Current National Issues and topics of Social relevance, India and the World, Indian Economy, International Affairs and Institutions, and development in the field of Science and Technology Communications and Space.

Note: The questions in this paper will be such that a qualified person will be able to answer them without any specialized study.

Paper-2: Language

According to the UP civil judge syllabus the Paper-II of the mains exam shall comprise four questions as specified below:

1. Essay to be written in English - 60 marks
2. English Préci writing - 60 marks
3. Translation of passage from Hindi to English - 40 marks
4. Translation of Passage from English to Hindi - 40 marks

Paper-3: Law-I (Substantive Law)

The law of contracts, the law of Partnership, the law concerning easements and torts, the Law relating to the transfer of property including the principles of equity, specifically applicable thereto, the principal of Equity with special reference to the Law of trust and specific relief, Hindu Law and Mohammedan Law, and Constitutional Law.

Note: There shall be questions of 50 marks in relation to Constitutional Law alone.

Paper-4: Law-II (Procedure and Evidence)

The law of evidence, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the Code of Civil Procedure, including the principles of pleading. The question set will relate mainly to practical matters such as the framing of charges and issues, the methods of dealing with the evidence of witnesses, the writing of judgment, and the conduct of cases generally but will not be restricted to them.

Paper-5: Law-III (Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws)

Indian Penal Code, the Uttar Pradesh Zamindari Abolition and Land reforms Act 1951, Uttar Pradesh, Urban Buildings (Regulation of Letting, Rent, and Eviction) Act, 1972, Uttar Pradesh Municipalities Act, U.P. Panchayat Raj Act, U.P. Consolidation of Holding Act, 1953, Uttar Pradesh Urban (Planning and Development) Act 1973, together with rules framed under the aforesaid Acts.

Note: Answers to the questions of Local Laws will be compulsory Questions related to Penal Law will be of 50 marks, whereas, that of Revenue and Local Laws will be of 150 marks.

Interview

The suitability of candidates for employment in the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service will be tested with reference to his merit giving due regard to his ability, character, personality, and physique.

Clarification: The candidates will have a choice to answer General Knowledge and Law papers either in Hindi or in English.

Note: 

1. The marks obtained in the interview will be added to the Marks obtained in the written papers and the candidate's place will depend on the aggregate of both
2. The Commission reserves the right to refuse to call for Interview any candidate who has not obtained such marks in the Law Papers as to justify such refusal.

UP Judicial Services Exam Pattern 2021

According to the Judiciary Exam Pattern, the exam will be conducted in pen-paper mode. The recruitment process of the UttarPradesh Judiciary involves three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Viva-voce. All three stages of the exams are qualifying in nature. The only candidates scoring above the cut-off marks will be eligible for the next stage of the selection process. 

UP PCS J Prelims Exam Pattern 2021

The Prelims exam consists of two papers, the first paper will contain questions regarding General Knowledge and the second paper will contain questions regarding Law. Both papers will be an objective type, Multiple Choice Questions based exams. 

UP PCS J Mains Exam Pattern

UPPCS J Syllabus mains subjects along with weightage are given below:

UP PCS J Interview Pattern 2021

Personality Test or Personal Interview is conducted for a total of 100 marks. Marks scored in interview will be added to the Marks scored in Prelims combined with marks scored in Mains.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates after the declaration of Mains Merit list, will be called for this round.

How to Start Preparing for UP PCS J 2021?

The preparation tips will help in guiding you and will get you ready for any hurdle that you might face. Keep these important tips in mind while preparing for the upcoming UP PCS J exam.

• First, understand the complete syllabus and exam pattern of the judiciary exam of the UP in and out.
• After knowing the syllabus, collect the required study materials from a proper source including books.
• A timetable should be laid down and every subject should be covered daily.
• Then start your preparation with easy topics and then proceed to difficult topics.
• Speed is an important factor in the exam. Try to solve questions faster and with accuracy.
• Solving Judiciary Exams Question Papers is one of the best methods for preparation and understanding the difficulty level of the exam. It will help aspirants to do well in the exams and also work on their weaker subjects.
• Make sure to finish the previous year question papers on time and after completion of solving, check all your answers, and allot marks yourself for each question.
• Take up mock tests regularly and this will help candidates improve their speed and manage time in the exam.
• Note down where you go wrong and know how to correct the mistakes.

Which books are the best for preparing Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service Exam 2021?

To enhance the preparation, it is importnat for candidates to refer to the best UP Judiciary Books. Check the list of important books tabulated below for the preparation of the UP PCS J Syllabus.