Delhi Judiciary Services

The Delhi Judicial Service (DJS) Exam is conducted by the Delhi High Court to recruit Civil Judges (Entry Level) for the Delhi Subordinate Judiciary. It is one of the most prestigious judiciary exams in India and attracts thousands of law graduates every year.

The exam consists of three stages:
✅ Preliminary Exam – Objective questions on General Knowledge and Law
✅ Mains Exam – Descriptive papers on Civil, Criminal, and Procedural Laws
✅ Viva Voce – Personal interview assessing legal knowledge and personality

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must hold an LL.B degree from a recognized university
• Must be enrolled as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961
• Age limit: Maximum 32 years (general category), with relaxation for reserved categories
• New Supreme Court Rule (2025): A minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience is now mandatory before applying for the exam. Fresh law graduates are no longer eligible immediately after graduation. The experience will be calculated from the date of enrollment with the State Bar Council.

Cracking DJS requires strong conceptual clarity, practice of previous years' papers, and regular mock tests for time management and accuracy.

The Delhi Judiciary Application Form 2025 can only be filled online through the official Delhi High Court website. Follow the steps carefully to avoid rejection:

✅ Step-by-Step Process

1. Visit the Official Website
   Go to Delhi High Court official portal and click on the Recruitment/Examination section.
2. Register Yourself
   Enter basic details like Full Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Password to create your account.
3. Receive Login Credentials
   After successful registration, you will get your User ID and Password via email.
4. Login and Complete the Application
   Use the provided credentials to log in and fill out the complete form with personal, educational, and communication details.
5. Upload Documents
   Upload scanned copies of required documents (photo, signature, certificates) in the prescribed size and format.
6. Pay Application Fee Online
   Pay the category-wise fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
7. Download & Print Confirmation
   After payment, download and print the application form for future reference.

Important Tips

• Ensure your scanned documents are clear and meet the size specifications.
• Double-check your details before final submission.
• Keep the printed copy safe until the recruitment process is over.

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Delhi Judicial Services Prelims Syllabus 2025

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The Preliminary Exam serves as a qualifying screening test with objective-type questions. It primarily assesses your general legal knowledge, analytical aptitude, command over English, and ability to solve objective legal problems effectively.

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Here are the subjects that must study for the Prelims Paper:

• The Constitution of India
• The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
• The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
• The Indian Penal Code
• The Indian Contract Act of 1872
• The Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
• The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
• The Indian Evidence Act of 1872
• The Specific Relief Act of 1963
• The Limitation Act of 1963
• The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
• The Commercial Courts Act, 2015

Delhi Judicial Service Main Examination 2025 – Complete Syllabus & Pattern

The Delhi Judiciary Mains Exam is a descriptive (written) examination carrying a total of 850 marks. It consists of four papers, each focusing on essential areas of law and language skills. To clear the Mains, candidates must have in-depth knowledge of core legal subjects and strong written expression.

Delhi Judiciary Mains Exam Papers

✅ Paper 1: General Legal Knowledge and Language

This paper is divided into two sections:

Section I – General Legal Knowledge

• Tests your awareness of current legal developments and significant legal principles.
• Marks: 100

Section II – Language (Essay, Translation & Precis Writing)

• Evaluates English language proficiency, including grammar, essay writing, and translation skills.
• Translation tasks:
  ✔ One passage from English to Hindi (Devanagari script)
  ✔ One passage from Hindi to English
• Both content and clarity of expression matter. Incorrect grammar or misuse of words may lead to deductions.

✅ Paper 2: Civil Law – I

Topics include:

• The Indian Contract Act, 1872
• The Sale of Goods Act, 1930
• The Transfer of Property Act, 1882
• The Specific Relief Act, 1963
• Hindu Law & Mohammedan Law
• The Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958
• Law of Torts
• The New Delhi Municipal Council Act, 1994
• The Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957
• The Commercial Courts Act, 2015

✅ Paper 3: Civil Law – II

Topics include:

• The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
• The Indian Evidence Act, 1872
• The Limitation Act, 1963
• The Registration Act, 1908
• The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
• The Trade Marks Act, 1999
• The Copyright Act, 1957

✅ Paper 4: Criminal Law

Topics include:

• The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
• The Indian Penal Code, 1860
• The Indian Evidence Act, 1872
• The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
• The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
• The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
• The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015