What is the selection process for Gujarat Civil Judge Class-II?

The Gujarat Civil Judge selection is a 3-stage process: Preliminary Examination (objective MCQs in law, Gujarati, and GS), Main Examination (descriptive papers on law, Gujarati language, and general studies), and Viva Voce/Personality Test. Prelims scores are used only for shortlisting, while Mains and Viva Voce marks decide the final merit.

Why is Gujarati language included in the Gujarat Civil Judge exam?

Gujarati language is included because civil judges in Gujarat courts must conduct proceedings and draft orders in Gujarati as well as English. Proficiency in Gujarati ensures judges can effectively communicate with litigants and witnesses. The Gujarati section tests reading comprehension, grammar, translation, and essay writing skills.

What is the pay scale of a Gujarat Civil Judge Class-II?

Gujarat Civil Judge Class-II officers receive a basic pay of Rs. 77,840 per month as per Scale 1 of the 7th Pay Commission framework for the Higher Judicial Service. Gujarat state also provides competitive HRA and other allowances. The judicial service perks include official accommodation and medical benefits.

Which legal subjects are important for Gujarat Civil Judge Mains?

Key subjects for Gujarat Civil Judge Mains include Indian Penal Code, Civil Procedure Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Evidence Act, Transfer of Property Act, Contract Act, Specific Relief Act, Hindu Law, Mohammedan Law, Limitation Act, and Gujarat-specific legislation. The depth of coverage expected is considerably higher than in Prelims MCQs.

How many vacancies are typically announced for Gujarat Civil Judge?

GPSC announces vacancies based on the sanctioned strength of courts and pending retirements. Typically, 50 to 150 vacancies are advertised per recruitment cycle, though this varies from year to year. Candidates are advised to check the official GPSC notification for the exact number of vacancies in the current recruitment cycle.

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Gujarat Civil Judge Preparation Guide

Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for Gujarat Civil Judge 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyVery Hard

Total Marks200

Duration120 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Offline (Pen & Paper)

Frequency

Annual

Next Exam Date

2026-11-15

EEligibility Criteria

LLB degree; Bar Council of Gujarat enrollment; age 21–35 years

ANumber of Attempts

Within prescribed age limit with reserved category relaxations

Study Plan by Subject

Law (Civil & Criminal)

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Gujarati Language

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Studies

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Develop strong Gujarati language skills including legal Gujarati vocabulary and translation between Gujarati and English for the language paper.

Study Gujarat-specific statutes and the Gujarat Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act, which is frequently tested in GPSC Civil Judge exams.

Solve GPSC previous year Civil Judge papers to understand the difficulty of law MCQs and the depth expected in Mains descriptive answers.

Prepare for Viva Voce by reviewing current legal developments, Gujarat High Court judgments, and constitutional law topics.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
Law (Civil & Criminal)	33	67	40 min
Gujarati Language	33	67	40 min
General Studies	33	67	40 min
Total	100	200	120 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

2026-08-25

Next Exam Date

2026-11-15

Conducted By

Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC)

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