Introduction
The Madhya Pradesh Judicial Service Examination or MPPSC (J) Civil Judge Examination is conducted by the Madhya Pradesh High Court to recruit suitable candidates. They recruit for the posts of Civil Judge Grade II.
About the Exam
Eligibility Criteria
The person must be a citizen of India.
It is mandatory to have practised continuously as an Advocate for 3 years minimum or, some law graduates with exceptionally brilliant academic careers can be considered.
The person must be a citizen of India.
It is mandatory to have practised continuously as an Advocate for 3 years minimum or, some law graduates with exceptionally brilliant academic careers can be considered.
To qualify, you must have passed all of the exams on the first attempt and secure a minimum of 70% marks for General as well as OBC.
For SC and ST categories, a minimum of 50% aggregate marks is required during the 3-5 years of the law degree.
To be eligible, age criteria must be met for the exam.
Minimum age is 21 years and the upper age limit is 35 years.
However, age relaxation is given to certain categories as per the Government norm.
MP Judiciary Selection Process
The MP Judiciary Selection Process is carried out in 3 phases. It starts with
Prelims Exam: The MP Judiciary Prelims Exam is a crucial stage of the MP Judiciary recruitment process. The candidates' performance in the online test will determine their selection for the next round. The prelims exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions, carrying a total of 150 marks. Only those candidates who score above the cut-off marks will be eligible to appear for the main exam.
Mains Exam: The second phase involves a descriptive method of testing candidates known as the main exam. This exam comprises four papers, each worth 100 marks, making a total of 400 marks. Candidates who score above the cut-off marks in this section will qualify for the Interview process.
Interview: During the interview phase, the candidate's overall knowledge, understanding of legal standards, and suitability will be assessed through a series of questions. The interview carries a maximum of 50 marks, and a minimum score of 40% (20 marks) is required for selection. The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in both the main exam and the interview round.
Prelims Syllabus
Prelims (Part 1):
Constitution of India
Code of Civil Procedure 1908
Transfer of Property Act 1882
Contract Act of 1872
Specific Relief Act of 1963
Limitation Act of 1963
MP Accommodation Control Act of 1961
MP Land Revenue Act of 1959
Indian Evidence Act of 1872
Indian Penal Code 1861
Code of Criminal Procedure 1973
Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881
Information Technology Act, 2000
Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
Additionally,
Computer Knowledge
English Knowledge
General Knowledge
Prelims (Part 2): Syllabus for Mains Exam
Four question papers carrying 100 marks each. So, the total marks will be 400 marks. The time duration of each exam is 3 hours.
Question paper I -
Constitution of India
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Transfer of Property Act, 1882
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Specific Reliefs Act, 1963 (Chapters I, II and VI to VIII)
Limitation Act, 1963 (Parts II & III)
Question Paper II-
Writing on Social Issues and legal issues
Translation (Hindi to English)
Question Paper III-
MP Accommodation Control Act, 1961
MP Land Revenue Code, 1959
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Indian Penal Code, 1860
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
Question Paper IV- Framing issues and charges
Judgment or Order (Civil/Criminal) Writing
Conclusion
When it comes to judicial exams, it's not enough to just be a legal expert. The ideal candidate should possess a well-rounded personality, with a strong desire for justice, sharp intellect, and emotional maturity to handle the intricacies of the legal system. Therefore, while hard work is essential, it should be supplemented with strategic refinement, intellectual curiosity, and a focus on personal well-being. This comprehensive approach will help you realize your full potential and lead to a rewarding career in the judiciary.
