What is the salary for judges appointed through HCS-J?

Civil Judges appointed through the Punjab or Haryana Judicial Service receive a basic pay of Rs. 77,840 per month as per Scale 1 under the 7th Pay Commission framework. This is supplemented by DA, HRA, and other allowances, making the gross salary significantly higher than the basic component.

Are the exams for Punjab and Haryana conducted jointly?

No, Punjab and Haryana conduct their respective judicial service exams independently. Punjab PSC manages recruitment for Punjab state courts, while Haryana PSC handles Haryana state court vacancies. However, the syllabus, structure, and difficulty level are broadly similar as both are governed by the same High Court (Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh).

What law subjects are covered in HCS-J Mains?

HCS-J Mains covers Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Civil Procedure Code, Indian Evidence Act, Transfer of Property Act, Contract Act, Hindu Law, Mohammedan Law, Limitation Act, and relevant state laws of Punjab or Haryana. The GS paper covers national affairs, state-specific topics, and current events in law and governance.

Can I apply for both Punjab and Haryana judicial service exams simultaneously?

Yes, candidates meeting the eligibility criteria for both states can apply separately for Punjab PSC and Haryana PSC judicial service exams. Enrollment with the Bar Council of the respective state is required for each application. Managing preparation for both is feasible since the syllabus overlaps significantly.

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Conducting BodyPunjab Public Service Commission / Haryana Public Service Commission

Exam ModeOffline (Pen & Paper)

Marking Scheme2 marks per correct answer; negative marking of 0.5 per wrong answer

SectionsLaw (Civil & Criminal), General Studies

FrequencyAnnual

Next Exam2026-10-05

Registration2026-07-10

EligibilityLLB degree; Bar Council enrollment in Punjab or Haryana; age 21–37 years

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Study Punjab and Haryana state-specific laws in addition to central statutes, as state legislation appears in both the Prelims and Mains.

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Practice MCQs intensively for the Prelims stage as the law MCQs test nuanced knowledge of statutory provisions and recent amendments.

Build a reading habit for law journals and High Court judgments from the Punjab and Haryana High Court to prepare for Viva Voce discussions.

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The HCS-J selection is a 3-stage process: Preliminary Examination (objective law and GS MCQs), Main Examination (descriptive law papers), and Viva Voce/Personality Test. Candidates must cross the Prelims cutoff to appear in Mains. Final merit is calculated based on Mains and Viva Voce scores. Both Punjab and Haryana conduct separate recruitment cycles.

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