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.

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.

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.

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.

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.