Uttar Pradesh Higher Judicial Service Examination (Direct District Judge / UP HJS) 2026: Official Notification, Pattern, Syllabus & Mock Tests
Premier higher judicial recruitment examination conducted directly by the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad for practicing advocates to be appointed directly as Additional District & Sessions Judges in Uttar Pradesh.
Examination Overview
Premier higher judicial recruitment examination conducted directly by the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad for practicing advocates to be appointed directly as Additional District & Sessions Judges in Uttar Pradesh.
| Exam Name | Uttar Pradesh Higher Judicial Service Examination (Direct District Judge / UP HJS) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | High Court of Judicature at Allahabad |
| Exam Level | State |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Mode of Examination | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination |
| Language of Exam | English, Hindi & State Regional Languages |
| Official Website | https://www.allahabadhighcourt.in/ ↗ |
Important Dates & Events
Timeline confirmed from official notices issued by High Court of Judicature at Allahabad.
| Event / Milestone | Important Date / Status |
|---|---|
| UP HJS Notification | Announced on allahabadhighcourt.in |
| Preliminary Examination | Held in Prayagraj |
| Mains Written Examination | Held over 3 days in High Court Campus, Prayagraj |
| Interview | Conducted by Collegium of Hon'ble High Court Judges |
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Three-tier selection: 1. Preliminary Examination (Objective OMR: 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 2 Hours). 2. Mains Written Examination (Descriptive: 5 Papers = 1000 Marks: General Knowledge 200M, Language 200M, Law-I Substantive Law 200M, Law-II Procedure & Evidence 200M, Law-III Penal, Revenue & Local Laws 200M). 3. Viva-Voce / Interview (100 Marks).
| Examination Parameter | Scheme Details | Remarks / Evaluation |
|---|---|---|
| Question Format | Multiple Choice Questions (Objective MCQs) | 4 or 5 options per question |
| Evaluation Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) / Offline OMR Sheet | Centralized Evaluation System |
| Negative Marking Scheme | Standard 1/3rd or 1/4th negative deduction | Penalized for incorrect responses |
| Language Medium | Bilingual (English & Hindi) + Regional State Languages | Language toggle available in CBT |
| Normalization | Equipercentile or Percentile method across shifts | Multi-shift normalization applied |
Selection Process & Stages
Candidate progression through sequential recruitment tiers:
Preliminary / Tier 1 Examination
Comprehensive objective screening test covering core aptitude, reasoning, general knowledge and language skills.
Mains / Tier 2 / Skill Test
Advanced written assessment or post-specific technical/descriptive examination determining the final merit order.
Document Verification & Medical
Scrutiny of original certificates, category credentials, age proofs and required medical fitness examination.
Eligibility Criteria (Age & Educational Qualification)
Advocate with not less than 7 years of continuous practice in courts as on the date of application. Age: 35 to 45 years (relaxation up to 48 years for SC/ST/OBC of UP).
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition | Relaxation Norms |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Criteria | Advocate with not less than 7 years of continuous practice in courts as on the date of application. Age: 35 to 45 years (relaxation up to 48 years for SC/ST/OBC of UP). | Recognized Board / University required |
| Age Requirement | As specified in official notification (General Category) | SC/ST: +5 Years | OBC: +3 Years | PwD: +10 Years |
| Citizenship | Citizen of India | Subject of Nepal/Bhutan as per Central/State rules |
| Language Proficiency | Regional / English & Hindi working knowledge | Applicable as per State / National jurisdiction |
Detailed Syllabus by Subject
Constitutional Law, CPC, CrPC, IPC, Indian Evidence Act, Law of Contract, Transfer of Property, Specific Relief, UP Revenue Code 2006, UP Urban Buildings Regulation Act, Motor Vehicles Act, Negotiable Instruments Act, POCSO Act, Commercial Courts Act.
📖 General Studies & Current Affairs
- Current National & International Events
- Indian History & Freedom Struggle
- Indian & World Geography
- General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Basic Economic Concepts & Budget Highlights
🔢 Quantitative & Numerical Aptitude
- Simplification, Number System, HCF & LCM
- Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time, Speed & Distance, Time & Work
- Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar & Pie Charts)
🧩 Reasoning & Mental Ability
- Analogies, Classification & Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding & Blood Relations
- Direction Sense Test & Ranking Order
- Syllogisms, Statements & Assumptions
- Non-Verbal Reasoning & Figure Counting
📝 Language Comprehension
- Reading Comprehension Passages
- Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms
- Grammar, Error Spotting & Sentence Correction
- Cloze Test, Idioms & Phrases
- One Word Substitutions & Spelling Check
Preparation Strategy & Cut-Off Trends
Historical scoring benchmarks and safe score targets for Uttar Pradesh Higher Judicial Service Examination (Direct District Judge / UP HJS) based on competitive trends:
| Category | Safe Target Percentage | Preparation Focus | Benchmark Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 75% - 82% | Speed + Negative Control in Reasoning & Quant | 90%+ Accuracy |
| OBC / EWS | 70% - 76% | High Scoring in Current Affairs & Language | 88%+ Accuracy |
| SC / ST | 62% - 70% | Syllabus Coverage & Previous Year Papers | 85%+ Accuracy |
| PwD / Ex-SM | 55% - 65% | Sectional Cut-Off clearance + Accuracy | 82%+ Accuracy |
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