You want to be a judge in Uttar Pradesh and help people get justice. To do that, you must clear the UPPSC PCS-J 2026 exam. Many students feel confused about the syllabus, exam date, form, admit card and result on the UPPSC portal. This exam chooses Civil Judges for the state, so knowing the right details helps you start well.

What is the UPPSC PCS-J 2026 Examination

UPPSC PCS-J 2026 is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Through this exam, the commission checks:

• How well you understand the law
• How clearly can you write
• How do you think and decide in tough situations
• How aware are you of society
  

All official things like notification, registration, Application Form, login, admit card, answer key, result, and other updates are shared on the UPPSC online portal only. Trust this portal for the correct syllabus, exam date, and paper pattern details.

What Post You Get After Clearing

After you clear UPPSC PCS-J 2026, you are appointed as:

• Civil Judge (Junior Division)
  

As a Civil Judge, you hear civil and some criminal cases (can be appointed as a Judicial Magistrate also), read evidence and arguments, apply the right laws, and write clear judgments. You help people get justice in Uttar Pradesh and build a secure, respected career in the judiciary.

Who Can Apply: Eligibility and Age Limit

Basic Requirements

To apply for UPPSC PCS-J 2026, you must:

• Be a citizen of India
• Have an LL.B degree from a recognised university
• Be eligible to enrol as an Advocate with the State Bar Council and have cleared the AIBE Exam (3-year experience required for eligibility)
• Know Hindi and English
  

Age Limit

Requirement	Age
Minimum age	22 years
Maximum age	35 years

Note: Age limit can vary for different categories. Refer to Notification before filling the form. Along with the age limit, you should be medically fit, have good character, and have no serious criminal case. Always read the latest notification before filling the form so you do not miss any new rules.

Exam Pattern: Three-Stage Journey

UPPSC PCS-J 2026 has three stages:

1. Preliminary Exam
2. Main Exam (mains)
3. Interview (Viva voce)

You have to clear each stage to reach the next. Prelims is only a screening test. Its marks are not counted in the final result or cut off.

Prelims Papers

Paper	Subjects List	Marks	Time	Key Info
Paper 1	General Knowledge	150	2 hours	Objective, screening only, not in final merit, negative marking
Paper 2	Law	300	2 hours	Objective, screening only, not in final merit, negative marking

Total prelims marks: 450. Final paper pattern and any small changes will be given in the official notification on the portal.

Mains Papers

Paper No.	Paper	Marks	Status
Paper I	General Knowledge	200	Counts for merit
Paper II	English Language	100	Counts for merit
Paper III	Hindi Language	100	Counts for merit
Paper IV	Law I (Substantive Law)	200	Counts for merit
Paper V	Law II (Procedure and Evidence)	200	Counts for merit
Paper VI	Law III (Revenue and Local Laws and Penal Laws)	200	Counts for merit

Total mains marks: 1000. Every paper is compulsory and shapes your final result.

Interview

The interview carries 100 marks. A panel talks to you, checks your confidence, honesty, balance of mind, and your view of law and society. Final selection is based on main marks plus interview marks.

Prelims Syllabus: What to Focus On

For General Knowledge, prepare:

• Indian history and the freedom movement
• Indian and world geography
• Indian polity and Constitution
• Economy and basic social issues
• General science and environment
• Important current affairs
• Main facts related to Uttar Pradesh
• Important social and welfare laws, such as:
  • Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act,
  • Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act,
  • Dowry Prohibition Act,
  • Domestic Violence Act,
  • Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act,
  • PCPDNT Act,
  • Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act,
  • Indecent Representation of Women Act,
  • POCSO Act
    

For the Law papers, cover:

• Constitution of India
• Indian Penal Code (IPC)/Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
• Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC)/Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)
• Code of Civil Procedure (CPC)
• Indian Contract Act
• Transfer of Property Act
• Indian Evidence Act (IEA)/Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)
• Jurisprudence
• International Organisations
• Current International Affairs

Solve previous year question papers of UPPSC PCS-J 2026 to understand the level of questions and manage time better in the paper.

Mains Syllabus: The Real Test

Language Papers

English Language

• Essay writing
• Precis writing
• Translation (Hindi to English)

Total marks: 100 (50 + 30 + 20)

Hindi Language

• Essay writing
• Grammar and usage
• Translation (English to Hindi)

Total marks: 100 (50 + 30 + 20)

Your writing in mains should be simple, clear and easy to follow in both languages.

Law Papers

Law I (Substantive Law) includes: 

• Constitutional Law
• Contract law
• Partnership
• Easements
• Torts
• Property law
• Equity principles
• Trusts
• Specific Relief
• Hindu Law
• Muslim Law

Law II & III (Procedure, Evidence, Penal, Revenue and Local Laws) include:

• CPC and CrPC
• Indian Evidence Act
• Principles of pleading
• Penal and criminal procedure topics
• Revenue laws and local laws of Uttar Pradesh
  

Know key sections, landmark case laws and how to apply these in practical situations. This will help you handle mains questions with confidence.

Key Dates and How to Apply

Stage	Likely Time
Notification and Registration	Will be updated here
Prelims Exam Date	Will be updated here
Mains Exam Date	Will be updated here
Interview	Will be updated here

Dates will be updated here after the official notification is released.

Steps to Apply

You apply through the UPPSC online portal:

• Visit the portal and complete registration
• Fill the online Application Form with correct details
• Upload photo, signature and required documents
• Pay the exam fees online
• Submit the form and save or print a copy
  

Later, you will use your login to download your admit card, check result and see answer key and other updates.

Smart Preparation Strategy

For Prelims

• Revise core law subjects regularly
• Practise MCQs topic-wise
• Solve previous year papers in exam-like time
• Improve both speed and accuracy
  

For Mains

• Write one or two answers daily on law topics
• Practice essays in English and Hindi
• Make short notes for key sections and case laws
• Give extra time to UP revenue and local laws
  

For Revision

• Make a simple weekly and monthly study plan
• Revise old topics again and again
• Do not keep changing books
• Keep some time daily for current affairs and reading
  

Best Books and Sources

For UPPSC PCS-J 2026, you can use:

• Bare Acts for IPC, CPC, CrPC, Evidence, Contract, Property, and other core laws
• One basic Hindi grammar book
• One good English writing and grammar book
• A general knowledge book and a daily newspaper
• Books on UP Revenue Code and other UP local laws
• Previous year papers and official answer key for real exam practice

Suggested Books

•  A Compendium of MCQs for Judicial Service Examinations by Samarth Agrawal
• Bare Acts (IPC, CrPC, CPC, Evidence Act, Contract Act, TPA, and others)  by Samarth Agrawal. 
• Mains Examination Guide from Samarth Agrawal Books LLP
• Questions and Answers Series from Samarth Agrawal Books LLP
• Hindi Vyakaran book for basics and writing practice
• Wren & Martin High School English Grammar and Composition
• Lucent’s General Knowledge
• UP Revenue Code and local laws from Samarth Agrawal Books LLP
• Previous year papers and official answer key from the UPPSC Portal

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Try to avoid these common errors:

• Filling the form without checking the age limit and degree rules
• Ignoring writing practice for mains answers
• Studying only national laws and skipping UP local laws
• Reading a lot but not revising, which causes confusion during the papers
  

Conclusion

UPPSC PCS-J 2026 is your gateway to a stable and reputable career as a Civil Judge in Uttar Pradesh. Once you know the syllabus, pattern of paper, date plan of exam, fees, and the complete procedure in a clear manner, then you become more focused in your preparation. By using a simple study plan, frequent upgrading, and diligent practice, you can step by step in the process of achieving success in the UPPSC PCS-J 2026 and make the court service your profession. Use the UPPSC portal to officially notify, issue the admit card, the result, the answer key, and all other related information.

If you want help with legal studies, check Samarth Agarwal’s law books for clear and useful guidance.

Note: This material is prepared for informational and academic purposes only. It does not substitute the official notification. Candidates must refer to the concerned official notification for complete, updated, and binding rules and regulations.

FAQs

Q. How is UPPSC PCS-J 2026 Different from UPPSC PCS?

UPPSC PCS selects officers for administration. UPPSC PCS-J 2026 selects Civil Judges and focuses mainly on law subjects.

Q. Where Can I Fill The UPPSC PCS-J 2026 Application Form?

You can fill out the form on the UPPSC portal. Register first, upload your documents, pay the fees, and submit the form online. Keep a saved copy with you.

Q. When will the Exam Date, Admit Card, and Result Be Out?

The exam date will be given in the official notification. The admit card comes before the exam. The result is shared after every stage.

Q. Is There Any Physical Test For This Exam?

No. Only written exams and an interview are held for judge selection.