This article is written by Nishka Kamath, (Team iPleaders)  and edited by Vanshika Kapoor (Senior Managing Editor, Blog iPleaders). This article covers everything an aspiring candidate of the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge (entry-level) Examination 2023-24 must know, including the important dates, the eligibility and disqualification criteria, some important pointers to note regarding the exam, the stages of the exam, the syllabus, important books to refer, numerous tips and tricks, the vacancies, the application process, the selection process, the documents to be submitted, the fees for the exam, forms for PwD candidates, information on declaration of results, steps to check the results and answer keys, etc. Further, the steps to fill out the application form, the steps to correct the error on the application form, advice on how to study for the exam, and the ways to improve your communication skills as a judiciary aspirant are also discussed in great detail.

Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam 2023 : a brief overview

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission issued an official Notification in June 2023 for a total of 49 vacancies. As per the official Notification, some of the most important pointers to note are as follows:

Some important pointers to note for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary exam

1. All the applications for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam will be accepted online only. Any applicant who sends an application either manually or through post will not be accepted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission.
2. Before filling the application form, candidates have to ensure they fulfil all the conditions enshrined in the eligibility criteria. The same has been discussed in detail below.
3. If an applicant does not fulfil the eligibility category, the candidature could be cancelled at any time.
4. The admission at any stage of the exam will be purely provisional, provided the eligibility conditions are satisfied.
5. Mere issuance of admit cards will not imply that the candidature of a candidate has been accepted by the Commission. It must be noted that the Commission checks the eligibility criteria only after the candidate is marked for examination.
6. The payment for the examination and portal fee/admission fee can be made by the candidate in online mode only, and no bank drafts or cheques will be accepted.
7. Candidates have to fill the examination form between  05/06/2023 from 12:00 noon to 24/06/2023 at 11:59 pm at www.psc.cg.gov.in.
8. Candidates are expected to check publications regarding information, amendment, etc., about the exam and the advertisements posted by the Commission on the official website.
9. Candidates are expected to visit the website regularly and the Commission will not individually issue separate notices of amendment or information thus published.
10. After the completion of the final selection process and after redressing the claim objection, the revised model will be released on the website of the Commission.
11. The decision of the Commission as to the eligibility or otherwise of any candidate for admission to the examination shall be final.
12. The Commission will have the right to interpret the conditions, important instructions/information, etc., mentioned in the official Notification, and the representation submitted by any candidate in this regard will not be accepted, and the decision taken by the Commission will be final and binding on the candidate.
13. For candidates who have erred in filing the application form, they can rectify their mistakes from 25/06/2023 at 12:00 PM to 26/06/2023 at 11:59 PM after the last date of application. The errors can be rectified in online mode only once.
14. Paid error correction can be made via online application after the last date from 27/06/2023 from 12:00 PM to 28/06/2023 till 11:59 PM. a fee of Rs. 500/- will be charged for rectifying the errors. The errors can be rectified only once.
15. In case a candidate has erred in selecting the category (the online application form filled by a candidate as a reserved category is rectified to an unreserved category and is given the option of not being in the original residence), the candidate will have to pay the difference thus incurred in the fees. 
16. Further, in case the candidate did not show that he/she is a resident of Chhattisgarh earlier, then the difference in the fee amount will not be refunded if the candidate then makes changes in the application form.
17. The examination fee or any of the charges are not refundable under any circumstances.

Brief details on the post of Civil Judge for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary exam

Designation 

The designation will be that of a Civil Judge (Entry Level). 

Category

The category for the CJS exam is Gazetted – Class II. 

Pay scale

The pay scale is 77840-136520 for Level – J-1.

Tabular representation of Chhattisgarh Judiciary exam 2023

Name of the Organisation conducting the exam	Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission
Link of the official Notification	https://psc.cg.gov.in/pdf/Advertisement/ADV_CJ_2023_01062023.PDF
Link of the official website	www.psc.cg.gov.in and https://highcourt.cg.gov.in/
Link for registration as a new candidate	https://online.ecgpsconline.in/registration/basic-details
Link for registration for already registered candidates	https://online.ecgpsconline.in/
Link to make changes in the application form and for special edit	https://online.ecgpsconline.in/
Minimum qualification	A degree in Law a recognised University
Stages in exam	Prelims, Mains, and viva voce
Recruitment notice for the post of	Civil Judge (Entry Level)
Total number of vacancies	49 (1 for OA- One Arm or OL- One leg or BL- Both leg or OAL- One Arm and One Leg
Date of Notification issued	7th June 2023
Start of Prelims Online Application	5th June 2023
Last date to apply as per the Notification	24th June 2023 at 11: 59 PM
Online application correction window period	25th June 2023 to 26th June 2023 at 11:59
Admit card release date	Usually issued 10 days before the Prelims Exam
Date and time of Prelims Exam	3 September 2023 (11:00 AM to 1:00 PM)
Date of issuing the Prelims Exam results	Yet to be announced
Date of Mains Exam	Yet to be announced
Date of issuing the final result	Yet to be announced
Registration fees	For Chhattisgarh
Mode of application	Online
Mode of exam	Offline
Mode of making payment	Online
State	Chhattisgarh
Credentials of the job/post name	Civil Judge (Entry Level)

Vacancies for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary examination

Post name – Civil Judge (Entry Level)

Category wise description

Total no. of vacancies

Categories	Unreserved	Scheduled Tribe (ST)	Scheduled Caste (SC)	Other Backward Class (OBC)	Total
No. of vacancies	21	6	15	7	49

Vacancies reserved for women

Categories	Unreserved	Scheduled Tribe (ST)	Scheduled Caste (SC)	Other Backward Class (OBC)	Total
No. of vacancies	6	1	4	2	13

Vacancies reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates 

Categories	One Leg (OL), One Arm (OA), One Arm and One Leg (OAL), Both Leg (BL)	Total
No. of vacancies	01	01

Last year, as per the official Notification (https://psc.cg.gov.in/pdf/Advertisement/ADV_CJ_2022_08122022.PDF), there were vacancies for 48 candidates in total.  

Eligibility criteria for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

There is a specific criterion prescribed by the Chhattisgarh High Court for being qualified for the civil judge exam. So, before proceeding to fill out the application form, the candidates must ensure that they fulfil the following conditions:

Educational qualifications for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

A candidate is eligible to apply for the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Exam if he/she has completed his LL.B. degree (either 3 years, post-graduation, or 5 years) from a University recognised by the Government.

Age limit criteria for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Only those candidates who satisfy the age limit criteria shall be eligible to attempt the exam; if not, the candidature will be cancelled. The age criteria are as follows:

1. The age of the candidate on 1st January 2024 should be not less than 21 years and must not exceed 35 years.
2. For candidates belonging to the following categories, there is some age relaxation, which is as follows:

1. For candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (non-creamy layer), there is an age relaxation of five years in the upper age limit. 
2. For candidates who are natives of the state (Chhattisgarh residents), there is an age relaxation of five years in the upper age limit. 
3. For women belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (non-creamy layer) and Unreserved, there is an age relaxation of ten years in the upper age limit. 
4. For those candidates who have been employees of the Government of Chhattisgarh (higher or permanent or temporary employees),  there is an age relaxation of three years in the upper age limit.
5. Furthermore, the maximum age limit, including all the relaxations, will not exceed 45 years.

General requirement for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

1. The candidate must be a citizen of India.
2. The candidate must have a sound mind and have decent morals and values.
3. The candidate must not have a history or any criminal record or should not be connected to any such criminal cases.
4. The candidate must have good character and be free from any bodily defects that may consider him to be incapable of being appointed as a civil judge.

Ineligibility and disqualification grounds for the post of Chhattisgarh Judicial Service officer

1. Those candidates whose information is found to be incorrect, then their candidature will be cancelled.
2. The candidature of all the candidates who have been convicted of criminal prosecution or those who have been found guilty of misconduct by the Commission for either of the offences will be terminated-

1. Obtaining or making an attempt to support his/her candidature by any means; or
2. Impersonation; or
3. Has made an attempt to impersonate another individual; or
4. Has submitted forged documents; or
5. Has furnished false information at any stage of selection or has suppressed any material information; or
6. Has adopted any irregular or unfair means; or
7. Has used any unfair means in the examination/interview hall is or has attempted to be; or
8. Has harassed the staff engaged in the conduct of the examination/interview or intimidated or caused any bodily harm; or 
9. Has violated any instructions by  the Head of the Center/Assistant Center Head/Invigilator/other authorised staff engaged in the conduct of the examination against any instructions or other instructions given to the candidates in the Admit Card/Call Letter, including a violation of any of the instructions given orally according to established arrangements; or
10. Has misbehaved in any other way in the examination hall or in the interview; or
11. Has violated the ban on mobile phones/communication devices in the building premises/examination centre premises of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission.
12. For candidates who have been found guilty of criminal prosecution or any criteria stated just above, the following actions will be taken by the Commission against him:

1. His/her candidature will be cancelled;
2. he/she shall be debarred either permanently or for a specified period from—

1. The examination to be held by the Commission or the selection made by it.
2. He/she will be debarred from employment by or/under the State Government.
3. If he/she is already in service under the Government, then disciplinary action may be taken against him/her for the contravention as above.
4. Furthermore, no penalty shall be imposed upon the candidate unless-

1. He/she has been given an opportunity of making such representation in writing as he may wish to make in this regard, and
2. The representation submitted by the candidate within the period allowed has not been considered.
3. In accordance with Rule 6 of the  Chhattisgarh Civil Services (General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1961, the following shall be disqualified:

1. Male candidate who has more than one wife living at that time or a female candidate who has married a man whose first/previous wife is already alive and he still married the other female.
2. However, a female candidate who has married a man who already has a wife living shall be eligible for appointment to any service or post, provided that the Government is satisfied that there are special reasons for doing so. Thus, if the authority (Government) is satisfied, only then such a candidate will be exempted from such a clause and will be allowed to attempt the exam.

6. Further, candidates shall be appointed only after he/she is subjected to such medical examination as may be prescribed.
7. Additionally, the candidates must have good mental and bodily health. They must also be free from any defect of mind or body that may interfere with the performance of the duties of the service or office. However, in exceptional cases, a candidate may be appointed temporarily to any service or post before his medical examination, upon the condition that if he/she is found unfit from the point of view of health, his services may be terminated forthwith.
8. Moreover, a candidate will not be appointed in case if the authority opines that the candidate is not suitable for the post after carrying out proper investigation.
9. Also, if the candidate is visually not suitable then his candidature may be terminated.
10. Furthermore, any candidate who has been held guilty of an offence against women shall be deemed ineligible for being appointed as a judicial officer.
11. Besides, the above pointers, any candidate who got married before he/she attained the minimum age prescribed for marriage will also be considered ineligible for the post.
12. Also, under Chhattisgarh Lower Judicial Service (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2006, a candidate will be disqualified if-

1. He/she does not hold a degree in law from a recognized University,
2. He/she is not of good character,
3. He/she is physically or mentally unfit,
4. He/she has disabilities that would consider him eligible for such an appointment. 

13. Candidate’s candidature will be dismissed if he/she has been dismissed or removed from service by any High Court, Government, Government authority or local authority.
14.  Also, a candidate who has been convicted of having indulged in an offence of moral turpitude or has been permanently debarred or disqualified by a High Court or the

 Union Public Service Commission or a State Service Commission or a Service Selection Board or the Staff Selection Commission will also be disqualified.

15. In case if the candidate has been found guilty of professional misconduct under the Advocates Act, 1961 or any other law for the time being in force, will also be disqualified from attempting the exam.
16. Additionally, if a candidate tries to obtain support for his candidature by any means, his/her candidature will be disqualified, and his/her name won’t be proceeded for admission to the examination or for selection to the Service.

Please note:

1. It is mandatory that candidates write their roll numbers only at the designated place on the answer sheet. A candidate must not write their roll number, name or any other mark on any other part of the answer book by which the identity of the candidate can be guessed.
2.  It is also prohibited to attach any other material with the answer book.
3. Further, the candidate shall not highlight any line or any part of the answer in his/her answer sheet.
4. Drawing any picture, sign, religious picture or writing a word on the answer sheet other than the relevant subject will be considered as an identification mark. If such details are found, it will not be mandatory for the Commission to inform the applicant in cases with identification marks and his/her candidature will be cancelled without providing any such information.

Conditions of service 

1. The conditions of service are in accordance with the Chhattisgarh Lower Judicial Service (Recruitment and Service Conditions) Rules, 2006, as amended. 
2. Further, the appointment for the post of Civil Judge (Entry Level) Chhattisgarh Lower shall be subject to rule 11 of the Judicial Services (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2006. 
3. In case any issue arises, the service may be terminated by providing a notice of one month. 
4. All the selected candidates have to produce a Medical Fitness Certificate that must be issued by the authorised Medical Officer. The cost should be incurred by the candidate. 

Top six important points to note on eligibility criteria and the selection process

1. Any issue regarding the selection will be resolved by the Hon’ble Supreme Court. Further, any decision taken by the Supreme Court with regard to the selection process will be final.
2. A candidate must ensure he/she fulfils the eligibility, educational and age criteria before filling out the application form.

1. The selection process includes 01 vacancy for candidates with OA – One Arm / OL- One Leg / BL Both Leg/ OAL-One Arm and One Leg. 
2. Further, the selection process has 40% or more vacancies for the reserved candidates. 
3. The final number of vacancies may vary and are subject to change upon receipt of revised vacancies from the concerned department.
4. Candidates must ensure themselves whether they are eligible to appear in the exam or not. If any candidate is disqualified at any stage of the examination or even after the declaration of the result.
5. Before applying online, candidates must ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility conditions and fill out the form only when all the conditions are satisfied. Even if the candidate’s name is included in the examination or he/she is invited for the interview, it would never mean that the candidate has been considered or is qualified for the post. Further, if the candidate is found ineligible at any stage of the selection, his/her application will be cancelled without giving any information, and his/her candidature will be terminated.

Stages and syllabus for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary exam

The CGPSC conducts the judiciary exam in 3 stages, which are as follows:

Preliminary stage

The Preliminary exam shall be conducted to select the number of candidates to the reasonable limit for the Main Examination.

Syllabus for the Prelims Exam

For the Prelims Exam, candidates have to study for the following subjects, inter alia:

General subjects

1. The Indian Penal Code, 1860;
2. The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908;
3. The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973;
4. The Indian Evidence Act, 1872; 
5. The Constitution of India;
6. The Transfer of Property Act, 1882;
7. The Indian Contract Act, 1872;
8. The Limitation Act, 1963;
9. The Specific Relief Act, 1963;
10. The Court Fees Act, 1870;
11. The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
12. The Registration Act, 1908.

State-specific subjects

1. The Chhattisgarh Rent Control Act, 2011;
2. The Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code, 1959;
3. The Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915.

Scheme of Prelims Exam

1. There shall be a screening test in the Preliminary Exam to shortlist candidates for the Mains Exam. 
2. The question paper for the Prelims Exam will consist of 100 questions of 1 mark each. 
3. Each question will be an MCQ type question and will have four options.
4. The duration of the exam will be 2 hours.
5. Out of the aforementioned four options, one option will be correct, and the candidate has to tick/mark the correct option.
6. The Prelims Exam will be conducted in two languages- English and Hindi.
7. Candidates who are more meritorious candidates among those who appeared in the Preliminary Examination in the ratio of 1:10 with regard to the number of vacancies shall be declared qualified for appearing in the Mains Examination.
8. The mark sheet for the Preliminary Exam will not be issued, nor the marks obtained in that Examination will be added or considered while preparing the merit list of the Main Exam.
9. The mark sheet for the Preliminary Exam will not be issued, nor the marks obtained in that Examination will be added or considered while preparing the merit list of the Main Exam.

For more information on the Preliminary Exam, please have a look at the FAQs section on Prelims Exam. 

Mains Exam

1. The Mode of conducting the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam will be offline mode.
2. It will be a written exam.
3. The exam will be held in two languages, English and Hindi.
4. The Mains Exams will be held for 3 hours.
5. The maximum obtainable marks for the exams will be 100 marks.

Syllabus for the Mains Exam

The Mains Exam will be conducted via 4 papers:

1. Framing of Issues & Writing of Judgement in Civil Cases (40 marks);
2. Framing of Charges & Writing of Judgement in Criminal Cases (40 marks);
3. English to Hindi Translation (10 marks);
4. Hindi to English Translation (10 marks).

Tabular representation of Mains Exam : paperwise

Subject	Marks
Writing of Judgement and framing of issues in Civil Cases	40 marks
Writing of Judgement and framing of charges in Criminal Cases	40 marks
Translation: English to Hindi	10 marks
Translation: Hindi to English	10 marks
Total	100 marks

Scheme of Mains Exam

1. The candidates obtaining equal marks as obtained by the last qualified candidates will also be declared to be qualified for attempting the Mains Exam. As a result, the number of candidates declared as qualified may exceed the parameter of 10 times the number of notified vacancies. 
2. The same procedure will be adopted for the Viva-voce round in the Mains Exam selection while announcing the candidates qualified on the basis of merit, possibly three times against the number of vacancies.
3. The final selection will be on merit on the basis of total marks obtained in the written (Main) Examination and Viva-voce. 

Please note :  The decision of the CGPSC with regard to calling the candidates for Viva-voce will be final.

How to ace writing judgements for the Mains Exam

In order to write judgements in the Mains Exams, it is crucial that a candidate knows all the important elements that must be added in a judgement. Further, in order to have a hold of this part of the exam, it is crucial that the candidate practice writing them on a  regular basis. Moreover, candidates must also take help from previous year question papers while learning to answer this part. Additionally, if need be one can take up a judgement writing course to ace the exam. 

Further, LawSikho has one of the best online judgement writing courses (Judgement Writing and Drafting). This course is recognized by the National Skill Development Corporation, a PPP under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship of the Government of India. All the individuals who enrol for this course will receive a certificate co branded by NSDC and Skill India on successful completion. The course is quite exhaustive in nature and has around 12 modules that are specifically curated to cover all the important details of judgement writing.

For more information on the Mains Exam, please have a look at the FAQs section on the Mains Exam. 

Viva voce

1. The viva voce or the interview round will be the final round for the Chhattisgarh judicial exam.
2. It will be conducted in a manner one conducts a personal interview.
3. The maximum marks fixed for the viva-voce round are 15 marks.
4. Relatively more meritorious candidates from among those who appeared in the Mains Exam will be selected.
5. The ratio of selecting the candidates is 1:3 of the applicants who attempted the Mains Exam as per the number of vacancies advertised.

Scheme of viva voce round

1. A candidate belonging to the unreserved category has to secure a  minimum of 33% (33 x 25/100 = 8.25)  of the total marks in the viva-voce.
2. Moreover, those belonging to the reserved category (Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes/Other Backward Classes) shall be required to secure a minimum of 25% (25 x 25/100 = 6.25) of the total marks in the viva-voce.
3. The candidates who remain absent in the viva-voce round will be disqualified from the selection process.

For more information on this stage of the exam, please have a look at the FAQs section on the viva voice round. 

How to start preparing and ace the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

There is no straight-jacket answer to this as different strategies work for different candidates.  However, a candidate may follow the following tips and tricks to excel in the exam:

Top tips and tricks on how to study for the  Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Mentioned below are some of the top tips and tricks on how can a candidate study for the  Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam preparation:

Prepare for Prelims and Mains Exams together

Instead of focusing separately on Prelims and Mains Exams, one can start with a comprehensive and in-depth study. Following such an approach will help a candidate cover for both exams, thus allowing them to grasp concepts efficiently and recall them easily at the time of the actual exam.

Make notes

One can develop a habit of making notes as it will not only help in retaining information and concepts for a longer period but also prove beneficial during revision. Further, well-crafted notes can be a lifesaver for last-minute preparations and can help a candidate recall important information quickly.

Build a question bank

A candidate can refer to old question papers and try building his/her own question bank. Further, a candidate can collect 25 questions from the previous year’s question papers and develop 25 Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) questions based on past Chhattisgarh Judiciary exams. This will not only help the candidate during revision but also will enhance his/her knowledge and understanding of the subjects.

Stay updated with current affairs

A candidate must always take the time to read and stay updated on current affairs for at least 12 months before the exam. This will help them in the general knowledge section and enable them to score well by having knowledge of the latest events and developments worldwide.

Practise previous year’s question papers

A candidate, after studying all the topics, must devote his/her time to practising as many questions as possible from question papers of previous years of the CGPSC questions. This will also help the candidates enhance their time management skills and speed, thus, allowing him/her to attempt questions in the examination in quite an effective manner. 

Study landmarks judgements

A candidate has to familiarise himself/herself with recent landmark judgements, especially the ones given by the Supreme Court and the Chhattisgarh High Court. These judgements are easily accessible on several legal websites. This will help a candidate deepen his/her understanding of the judicial system and also strengthen their knowledge of law and legal matters. 

By implementing the aforementioned tips and tricks, a candidate can increase his/her chances of having the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam. 

Some pointers regarding the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam

1. There is no provision as such for recalculation of revaluation after conducting the exams. Hence, no queries shall be entertained in this regard. 
2. During the examination, if any candidate has to complain about any typographical error in any question or in the answer option or regarding any wrong question or wrong answer option or any other type of error, then he/she can do so online within the stipulated time given by the Commission. 
3. Objection has to be lodged and necessary documents in this regard can be submitted to the controller of Examinations, Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission, North Block, Sector-19, Nava Raipur Atal Nagar by registered / post / personally in the Commission.
4. After the time for raising such an issue is passed, no further queries will be entertained on this matter.

Books to refer for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Subjects	Name of the book	Author/Publisher of the book
The Indian Penal Code, 1860	– P S A Pillai’s Criminal Law – INDIAN PENAL CODE  – The Indian Penal Code	– P S A Pillai’s Criminal Law – K.D. GAUR – Ratanlal and Dhirajlal
The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908	– Civil Procedure, Limitation and Commercial Courts – Universal’s The Code Of Civil Procedure	– C.K. Takwani – Universal Law Publishing
The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973	– Criminal Procedure – R.V. Kelkar’s Criminal Procedure – Bare Act – The Code of Criminal Procedure	– Kn Chandrasekharan Pillai Rv Kelkar – Nil – S.N. Misra
The Indian Evidence Act, 1872	– Bare Act – V. P. Sarathi’s Law of Evidence – The Law Of Evidence	– Nil – K. A. Pandey – Batuk Lal
The Constitution of India	– Bare Act – Indian Constitutional Law -V N Shukla’s Constitution of India – Pratiyogita Darpan	– Nil – M. P. Jain – Mahendra P. Singh – Pratiyogita Darpan Editorial Board
The Transfer of Property Act, 1882	– Mulla on the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 – The Transfer of Property Act – The Transfer of Property Act	– Dinshaw Fardunji Mulla – RK Sinha – S.N. Shukla
The Indian Contract Act,  1872	– Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract and Specific Relief – Law of Contract I and II – Indian Contract Act	– Rajesh Kapoor – S S Srivastava – R. K. Bangia
The Limitation Act, 1963	– The Limitation Act, 1963 – Bare Act	– LexisNexis – Nil
The Specific Relief Act, 1963	– The Specific Relief Act, 1963 – Specific Relief Act – Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract and Specific Relief	– Pollock and Mulla – Dr. R. K. Bangia – Rajesh Kapoor
The Court Fees Act, 1870	Bare Act	Nil
The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881	– Negotiable Instruments Act – The Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881 – Bare Act	– R.K Bangia – Harsh Vardhan Singh – Nil
The Registration Act, 1908	– Commentary on The Registration Act, 1908 – Bare Act	– Malik – Nil
The Chhattisgarh Rent Control Act, 2011	Bare Act	Nil
The Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code, 1959	Bare Act	Nil
The Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915	Bare Act	Nil

Application, submission process and duration of the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Documents required to be submitted before interview

Attested copies of certificates and mark sheets

Before the final round, i.e., the interview round, it is mandatory for a candidate to submit self attested copies of the following certificates and mark sheets along with the attestation form, after which the eligibility of the candidate will be checked:

1. Generally High School / Higher Secondary School or Matriculation Certificate or proof of equivalent qualification for proof of age.
2. Mark sheets of all semesters/years related to the educational qualification required for the post advertised.
3. Certificate of educational qualification claiming Graduation/Post Graduation Degree, Registration, Experience etc., has to be submitted for the concerned post. These certificates could either be self attested or attested by a gazetted officer. 
4. Further, the attested copies submitted by candidates should ensure that the applied essential educational qualifications, experience and other qualifications required for the post must be held till the last date.

Please note : Other certificates will not be accepted.

Certificate of disability

Furthermore, those candidates that come under the Orthopaedically Handicapped, must submit a “Certificate of Disability”. The certificate must be issued by the Authorised Medical Authority.

Caste certificate

In case the candidate is a domicile of Chhattisgarh State and belongs to the SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer) category and who is eligible to apply online for availing the benefits of relaxation (age/fee/reservation) as shown under this advertisement If applying, a permanent caste certificate that is issued by the competent authority has to be submitted.

Caste certificate for married women

For candidates who are married women belonging to Scheduled Tribes/Scheduled Castes, it is mandatory that they submit a caste certificate bearing their name along with their father’s name. Such a reservation policy will not be accepted if the caste certificate is not submitted.

Domicile certificate

Candidates who are natives of the Chhattisgarh state and choose the option of the same while filling the application form for the exam have to submit a domicile certificate,  thus claiming they belong to the state of Chhattisgarh or are residents of the same.

Income certificate for OBCs

Reservation policies to Other Backward Classes (OBCs) is payable only on the basis of a non-creamy layer. The non-creamy layer is determined on the basis of annual income. Therefore, along with the caste certificate, the OBC candidate will also have to attach an income certificate issued within the preceding 3 years from the date of application to prove that he/she belongs to the non-creamy layer.

Documents/certificates for age criteria

If any sort of relaxation is sought in the prescribed upper age limit by the candidate, then the following documents/certificates must be submitted:

1. The eligibility for relaxation in the upper age limit (please check clauses – 5 (i) and 5 (ii) of the official notification).
2. Certificate from the Competent Authority/Employing Officer.

No objection certificate (NOC) of the employer

1. In case if any candidate who is working in the Government Department/Corporation Board/Undertaking under the Government of Chhattisgarh or is working in the service of the Government of India or any of their undertakings or working in nationalised/non-nationalized banks, private institutions and any University, then they can apply online. However, before or immediately after applying online, the candidates should obtain a “No Objection Certificate” from their Appointing Authority/Head of Office and present it at the time of document verification.
2. However, if such a candidate is called for an interview by the Commission, before the interview, a copy of the application has to be submitted to the Appointing Authority/Head of Office for the issue of a “No Objection Certificate” and the acknowledgement given by the Appointing Authority/Head of Office of the said application (indicating the date of receipt of application).
3. In case if a candidate fails to submit the “No Objection Certificate” as mentioned above, then he/she will be interviewed, but in the event of selection after the interview, their appointment will be cancelled as a result of not being relieved by the concerned organisation, etc. If such an action is taken, then the concerned department of the Commission/Government will not be responsible for this, and no representation of such a candidate will be accepted in this regard.

Application process for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

This is what the official website of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) looks like. A candidate has to select one of the options he/she is looking for from the one mentioned above.

Online application instructions 

It is advised that a candidate reads all the information and conditions given in the advertisement thoroughly before filling out the application to avoid any issues in the future. The necessary instructions regarding applying online are as follows:-

1. The active link for the online application will be available on the website www.psc.cg.gov.in on the scheduled dates.
2. In the online application process, the candidate will first have to fill a Candidate’s Registration form. In this form the following details have to be entered: 

1. Name of the candidate, 
2. Father’s name of the candidate, 
3. Mother’s name of the candidate, 
4. Address of the original residence, 
5. Class and caste of the candidate, 
6. Gender of the candidate, 
7. Date of birth, 
8. Mobile number and 
9. The candidate’s email address.

The candidate has to mention all the aforementioned details on the same page. 

3. Once done, if the candidate fulfils the conditions of the age limit, he/she will get the registration ID for the online application, and a password will be sent to the mobile number and email ID as registered. 
4. The candidate should keep his Registration ID till he/she completes the whole selection process, as all the necessary information can be only accessed if a candidate has the Registration ID and password. Thus, the Registration ID is important at each and every level of selection, which is why it is advised that one must keep the password safe and note it down properly to avoid any issues in the future.
5. Similarly, it is advisable that candidates keep their mobile numbers and email IDs handy till the completion of the related selection process. Do not change the mobile number and email ID and keep them active. 
6. In case of loss or damage of mobile and/or SIM, immediately contact the mobile service provider company and get the mobile number that was used for registration activated. 

Some important points to note on the application process and form for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

1. In the process of applying online by the Commission, it is assumed that the information entered by the applicant in the online application is certified information. Therefore, before submitting the online application, the applicant should carefully read and understand all the entries in his application. Only after the applicant is satisfied with the information given by him, submit the online application by clicking the Submit button and pay the application fee.
2. After submitting the online application and paying the fee, the candidate will get the receipt of his online application and payment. 
3. Print them and keep them safe with the candidates. The same will have to be presented before the Commission, if demanded, at further stages of the selection process. Generally, after the issue of admit card, a copy of the online application and payment receipt is not available. Therefore, the representations given by the Commission for providing a copy of the online application and/or receipt of fee payment will not be considered. Thus, a candidate has to take printouts or save  the same in pdf format when the results are declared and avoid any delay in this process. 
4. The work of error correction in the online application can be done online on the prescribed date. Error correction can be done only once.
5. No modification will be done in the entry of online application after the last date and the Commission will not consider any representation in this regard. 
6. Applicants should keep in mind that any error made in the application form for the advertised post will not be rectified at any stage of selection. So candidates should fill out their applications very carefully. If still any error occurs, make the desired correction within the error correction period.

Documents and details required to fill out the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination application form

In the online application process, the candidate will first have to fill out a Candidate’s Registration form. In this form, the following details have to be entered: 

1. Name of the candidate (full name as mentioned in Class 10th mark sheet), 
2. Father’s name of the candidate, 
3. Mother’s name of the candidate, 
4. Date of birth in DD/MM/YY format as mentioned in the Class 10th mark sheet,
5. The original residence, 
6. Pin code of the candidate’s residence,
7. Class and caste of the candidate, 
8. Gender of the candidate,
9. Nationality of the candidate,
10. Date of birth of the candidate,
11. Languages known to the candidate, 
12. Mobile number and 
13. The candidate’s email address.

Further, please keep the following documents ready before applying for the exam:

1. An active email ID,
2. Phone Number,
3. Signature,
4. Caste Certificate (if applicable),
5. Graduation Marks Sheet,
6. Passport Size Photograph,
7. Passing Certificate of the Graduation,
8. ID Proof, i.e., Aadhar Card, Pan Card, Voter ID card, Passport, etc.

Steps to fill out Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination application form

1. Visit the official website of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC).
2. Search for the option of ‘Recruitment’  on the homepage of the website.
3. Choose the option of ‘Chhattisgarh Judiciary Recruitment’ from the drop-down menu.
4. Press the ‘Apply’ button for the desired job post.
5. Read the instructions carefully before you proceed to fill out the application form.
6. Carefully enter the details (name, address, etc.) as asked.
7. Upload your recent passport-sized photograph and signature in the prescribed format. Kindly check these instructions for the photograph and signature, respectively.
8. Enter your education qualification, experiment and other relevant information as asked.
9. Recheck all the information provided by you once again.
10. Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
11. After submitting the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Application Form, take out a print of the application form for future reference.

Error correction

1. The process of paid error correction will be purely online.
2. All the candidates have to pay the correction fees along with GST in case they have to make any changes in the Online Application form. 
3. In case of paid error correction, the paid error correction fee and payment gateway fee will be payable by the candidate as per the prescribed rate.
4. After the expiration of the specified time period to correct the errors in the application form, only the important details like the date of birth, gender, class, domicile and disability related to the candidates will be allowed to be rectified considering the special cases.
5. Further, a fee of Rs. 500/- will be levied on the concerned candidates for making changes or corrections to one or more errors in the details.
6. If a candidate corrects the error of “No” in place of a “Yes” in the resident column of Chhattisgarh in the online portal, then the candidate has to pay the fee as per the set rules. However, if the error is corrected in place of “No” in the Chhattisgarh resident column, then the amount of fee will not be applicable in the process of paid error correction as per the prescribed rate.
7. After the paid error connections are made, the data of the candidate will be considered to be final, and the said data will be verified on the basis of original documents during the document test before the interview/final selection process.

Please note : After the paid error correction, no candidate will be given any opportunity to correct the error in any way.

Points to note regarding the online application form

Some points to note about the application form

1. A candidate will be able to apply online using the registration ID and password. The application will be shared via a notification on the official website.
2. During the online application, the candidate will have to enter all the necessary information and upload his photo and signature.
3. On submission of the completely filled online application through the Submit button, the candidate will get the page for the fee payment process, on which fee payment can be made by selecting one of the available payment options.
4. On successful payment of the fee, the candidate will get the receipt for his/her application. Candidates should ensure that the prescribed fee has been paid successfully. Failing which, the online application submitted by the candidate will not be accepted. 
5. Till the completion of the selection process, it will be mandatory for every candidate to keep the print of the online application receipt and payment receipt with him and produce it when demanded by the Commission.
6. All necessary information from the online application process to the final selection process will be made available on the website of the Commission www.psc.cg.gov.in. Candidates must visit the said website regularly. 
7. The Commission will not be bound to give any information personally via letter / SMS to any candidate, and no candidate will be able to submit an objection on this basis. 
8. The applicant himself/herself can pay the examination fee by filling out the online application from his/her home or through an internet cafe by choosing the prescribed payment option i.e., through credit card or debit card or internet banking.
9. The applicant should carefully read and retain the copy of the online application and the information given in the fee payment receipt and ensure that the fee has been paid successfully.
10. The correctness and truthfulness of the information and the full responsibility of completing the application process will be on the applicant. 
11. While applying through any cyber cafe or other institution, the applicant should get the process of online application done under his own supervision. Applicants will not be able to hold cyber cafes or other institutes or Commission responsible for any type of error in online application.

Instructions regarding the photograph of the candidate to be uploaded for the online application

1. Applicants should keep the passport-size photograph with them, which was taken on or after the date of issue of advertisement for online application.
2. The background of the photograph should be white/light coloured and both the eyes of the candidate should be clearly visible in the photograph.
3. The name of the candidate and the date the photograph thus taken should be printed at the bottom of the photograph. 
4. The photograph should be in .JPG file (Max. size 100KB).
5. Special care should be taken that while scanning, only the photo should be scanned, not the background (the paper on which the photo is pasted / Reflective Document Mat). 
6. The candidate must keep 3 copies (hard copies) of the said photo with him. 
7. In future, it will be mandatory for the candidate to submit/send the said photograph as directed by the Commission. 

Instructions regarding the signature of the candidate to be uploaded for online application

1. During the online application, the candidate will have to upload his/her signature separately. For this, the candidate should sign on a white paper with a black ballpoint pen. 
2. Further, candidates should prepare/get the .JPG file (maximum size 100KB) scanned.
3. Special care should be taken that while scanning, only the signature should be scanned and not the background (the paper on which the photo is pasted / Reflective DocumentMat).
4. While applying online, it should be kept in mind that the information which is sought in the online application should be entered correctly. 

Points to note on the online application form for PwD candidates

1. While filling out the online application form for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam, it is important that the candidates belonging to the PWD category have to clearly mention the number, date, designation of the issuer and other information of the certificate by clearly mentioning all the details at the appropriate place.
2. The PwD candidates have to submit Form 1 and Form 2, which have to be issued by the Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a Government Health Care Institution. Only after the production of the certificate claiming that the concerned candidate is not physically fit and is incapacitated to write the exam, and it is necessary to take the help of a co-author for writing the examination on his/her behalf, he/she may be permitted to use a co-author. The candidate himself can arrange for a co-author as per the rules or can request the District/Divisional Office to provide a co-author. 
3. The qualification of the co-author himself or the one provided by the District/Divisional Office should be less than the minimum qualification prescribed for the examination. However, the qualification of the co-author should always be matriculation or above. It is the discretion of the candidate to bring his/her co-author or to request the District/Divisional Office for the same. Candidates taking the facility of co-author in the examination, who want to get a co-author from the district / divisional office or want to bring a co-author themselves, then they should fill and submit the available Form-1, Form-2, Form-3 and Form-4 at the time of online application. After obtaining the signature of the competent authority in Form-1, the signature of the examinee in Form-2 and Form-3, the signature of the co-author in Form-4 and the signature of the co-author,  the forms must be kept safe with the candidate. 
4. To arrange for a co-author by self or to take the facility of a co-author from the district/division office, in both cases, the candidate has to fill Form 01, 02, 03 and 04 completely and submit it to the concerned district/division office after getting it signed by the concerned authority and the permission of the co-author is taken. 
5. Following the above steps is mandatory, otherwise, the candidate will not be able to use the facility of a co-author on the day of the examination.
6. Further, an extra compensatory time of 20 minutes for every hour of exam will be allotted to candidates with benchmark disability under the following categories:  

1. Blindness, 
2. Bilateral Affected, and 
3. Cerebral Palsy. 

7. According to the Form-1, Form-2, Form-3 and Form-4, on presentation of a certificate issued by the Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent of a government healthcare institution, thus claiming that the concerned candidate is physically unable to write, the facility of co-author will be provided.
8. It is crucial to note that the candidates who are given the facility of co-author are expected to complete all the formalities in this regard after the issuance of the admit card.  The same has to be done 05 days before the date of examination and after applying online from the concerned district/divisional office authorised by the Commission. The candidate has to contact the Commission by filling Form – 1, Form-2, Form-3 and Form-4 and getting the signature of the concerned person and also getting signatures of the authority on the letter issued by the District/Divisional Office in the name of the Head of the Examination Center in which the candidate will be allowed to use the co-author in the examination along with all the requisite details of the co-author.

Fees for Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

The fee payable for the application depends on the category a candidate belongs to. 

1. For the general category, the fee is Rs. 400/-.
2. Also, for those candidates who belong to the general category and are residents outside the state of Chhattisgarh, the application fee is Rs. 400/-
3. Whereas, for the reserved categories, the fee is Rs. /-.
4. No examination fees will be charged  from the local resident applicants belonging to the state of Chhattisgarh.

Please note : All the candidates have to pay the Portal fee charges compulsorily. The amount for the same is Rs 40/-.

Some important points to note on the application form fees for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Payment of fees

1. In the process of payment of any fee (if any) through credit or debit card/net banking/cash deposit, the applicant will be liable to pay any service charges, if any, levied by the concerned bank. 
2. The applicant shall be solely responsible for avoiding phishing/hacking or any other cyber activity during online banking. Such applications will not be accepted, which after filling online; will be printed and sent to Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission by post or any other means. 
3. No draft will be accepted for the examination fee. On doing so, the applications will be rejected without validating them, and the applicant will be held responsible for the same.

Tabular representation of fees for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Category	Fees
SC/ST/PWD	Nil
General category	Rs. 400
Chhattissgarh domiciled candidates	Nil
Residents outside Chhattisgarh	Rs. 400
Portal fees (to be payable by everyone irrespective of their category)	Rs. 40

Payment for travel expenses

1. Cash payment of the actual ticket fare will be made by the head of the centre at the examination centre before the return journey. For this, the candidates have to fill out the required declaration form addressed to the head of the centre and will have to present all the necessary certificates related to the eligibility for travelling allowance. Therefore, they should attach a copy of the caste certificate issued by the authorised officer of the Chhattisgarh Government by themselves or attested by the gazetted officer and the journey ticket declaration form.  Candidates have to follow all the aforementioned steps; only then will they be compensated for the ticket fare.
2. For the interview round, candidates belonging to the above categories and selected to appear for the interview will be paid the actual ticket fare amount of ordinary class by the commission’s office on production of the desired certificate mentioned in clause 19 (i) as per the rules.

Translation of forms mentioned in the official notification

Declaration of disability

Appendix-5

Form – 1

Certificate for persons with specified disability having 40% or more disability covered under the definition of section 2(d) of RPWD Act, 2016.

This is to certify that a resident of ……………… (Name of Village/PO/PS/District/State), son/daughter of ……..…………………., age ……… years, …………………………. (Shri/Ms./Mrs. (Name of the candidate)) who is suffering from ………………… (nature/condition of disability) has limitations due to which his/her ability to write is impaired, thus, he/she needs a scribe to write the exam.

2. The above candidate uses assistive devices such as prosthetics and orthotics, and hearing aid (name to be specified) which is essential for the candidate to appear for the examination with the assistance of a scribe.

3. This certificate is issued only for the purpose of appearing in written examinations conducted by recruiting agencies as well as educational institutions and is valid up to ………. (It is valid for a maximum period of six months or less as per medical to be certified by the authority).

Signature of medical authority

(Signature and Name)	(Signature and Name)	(Signature and Name)	(Signature and Name)	(Signature and Name)
Orthopaedic/ PMR expert	Clinical Psychological/ RehabilitationPsychologist/ Psychiatrist/ Special coach	Neurologist (if available)	Occupational therapist (if available)	Other experts, as nominatedby the Chairman (if any)

(Signature and Name)

Chief Medical Officer / Civil Surgeon / Chief District Medical Officer………….. President

Name of Government Hospital / Health Care Center with Stamp

Declaration and details of a scribe

Appendix-6

Form – 2

Persons with specific disabilities covered under the definition of section 2(s) of the RPWD Act, 2016, but not covered under the definition of section 2(d) of the said Act, i.e., with less than 40 percent disability and difficulty in writing by the person.

I, …………………, a candidate having ………………… (nature/condition of disability), is sitting in …………………. (Name of Examination) from ……………… (District), for Roll No. ………………………….. (name of the centre) of (state name). My educational qualification is …………………………………..

2. I hereby undertake that …………………………. (Name of Scribe) will provide the services of a scribe for the undersigned to take the above examination.

3. I hereby undertake that the scribe possesses the necessary qualifications (…………………….. (add qualification). In case, if it is subsequently found that his/her qualifications are not as declared by the undersigned and are more than those prescribed for the post, I shall forfeit my right to claim the post.

(Signature of the candidate)

(Countersignature by the Guardian/Guardian, in case the candidate is a minor)

Location:

Date:

Letter requesting for appointing XYZ as a scribe/co-author

Appendix-7

Form- 3

To,

The Collector,

District __________________

Subject:- Request for providing me with a scribe/co-writer for ___________________ examination organised by the Commission.

—–00—–

It is an appeal that I, _________________, request you to appoint my father ______________, to write the ___________________ (name of the exam) examination organised by __________________. Since I am a Blind, Bilaterally Affected, and Cerebral Palsy (cerebral palsy) candidate with disabilities (____ percent) appearing in this examination, I cannot write myself; therefore, I, Mr./Ms. _____________, request that my father Mr.______________, be appointed as a co-author for me for the exam.

I humbly request you to appoint my father, Mr. _______________, as the co-author and send an affirmative reply. 

Signature of the candidate _______________

Name of the candidate __________________

Candidate’s email ______________________

Mobile number of the candidate ___________

Self-declaration letter to be submitted by co-author

Appendix-8

Form – 4

Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission, Nava Raipur

Self-declaration letter to be submitted by co-author

1. Name of the Examination ______________________________________ Year ________

2. Mode of Examination (Online / Offline) ________________________________________

3. Date and Time of Examination _______________________________________________

4. Number and name of the examination centre ___________________________________

5. Name of the candidate _____________________________________________________

6. Roll Number of the candidate ________________________________________________

7. Candidate’s Father’s Name _________________________________________________

8. Name of co-author ________________________________________________________

9. Father’s name of co-author _________________________________________________

10. Highest Educational Qualification held by the co-author __________________________

Self-declaration letter 

I, ________________________, solemnly certify that I am co-author with my own consent to help Mr./Ms. ________________________, the candidate to take the examination as per his/her statement. I have appeared at my own discretion, and no attempt will be made to overwrite or correct the answer to any question to the best of my educational qualification. Verbatim answers will be written or selected according to the said disabled candidate. If any part of the above declaration made by me is found to be wrong at any stage of selection or after selection, then the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission and/or the concerned department will have all rights to take disciplinary/legal action against me. No case will be presented by me in this regard.

Co-author’s signature            Signature of the candidate/                Signature of the Head of 

                                                     Thumb impression                      The centre and centre seal

Selection process for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

1. The essential educational qualifications prescribed for selection to the advertised post are the minimum and mere possession needed for the examination. 
2. These qualifications do not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for examination/interview.
3. Candidates will be selected merit-wise and category-wise on the basis of total marks obtained in the Mains Exam and interview round. In simple words, candidates will be selected through examination and interview rounds, respectively. 
4. The selection process will be carried on as per the Chhattisgarh Lower Judicial Service (Recruitment and Service Conditions) Rules, 2006, as amended. Further, the rules which are not mentioned in the said (Chhattisgarh Lower Judicial Service Recruitment and Service Conditions Rules, 2006) Recruitment Rules, will be set forth by the Commission. The procedure will be provisioned according to the Rules – 2014 (as amended).

Some important pointers regarding admit card and interview call letter 

1. Admit card/interview call letter will be uploaded about 10 days before the exam/interview, and its information will not be given separately. 
2. Admit cards/interview call letters will not be sent personally but will be available only on the Commission’s website www.psc.cg.gov.in. 
3. Any correspondence made in this regard will not be valid.
4.  No candidate will be admitted to the examination/interview unless he/she has the admit card/interview call letter issued by the Commission.
5. If the photograph and signature or both printed on the Admit Card/Call Letter for Interview are illegible or difficult to read, then the Head of the Center/Inquiry Officer may debar the candidate from appearing in the Examination/Interview if he does not act as per the instructions on the Admit Card.

Number of attempts for Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

There is no specific number of attempts for a candidate. So, a candidate can appear as often as he/she wants to if he/she fulfils the required qualification criteria. However, there is a specified age limit, after which a candidate cannot appear for the examination.

Declaration of results

1. The list of marks will be published on the website itself.
2. The list of marks related to any written test and interview will be issued only when the final selection list for the posts advertised through the relevant advertisement is issued.
3. Further, the final list of selected candidates will be declared by the Commission in order of their efficiency based on the score of the candidates in the written test, i.e., the Mains Exam and the interview.
4. In case two or more candidates obtain equal marks in aggregate, the name of the candidate who is older in age shall be placed higher. 
5. Also, if two or more candidates of the same age obtain the same aggregate marks, the name of the candidate who obtained more marks in the written examination shall be placed higher.

Steps to check results for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Candidates can check the CGPSC Recruitment exam results once they are published by following the steps mentioned below:

1. Open your desired web browser on your device.
2. Visit the official website of the Chhattisgarh Public Commission from your web browser.
3. Type psc.cg.gov.in. and open the first page you see.
4. Now, on the homepage of the Commission, you will find various options to navigate the result page.
5. Click on any of those results links pages.
6. Then click on the desired link to check the Chhattisgarh Civil Judge Result 2023.
7. Click on the provided link to view the result. It will be in PDF format, allowing you to download it for future reference.
8. Please note, in case a new page opens, click the download button to download the answer key. In case a PDF file opens, one can download it using the download icon in the PDF viewer.

Steps to check the answer key for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Checking the answer key of  the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam answer key is quite a hassle-free process. A candidate has to follow these steps:

Visit the official website

Firstly, open your preferred web browser and then visit the website of the Chhattisgarh High Court. Here you will find the official documents and information necessary to fill the online application form.

Go to the Notifications/Announcement section

On the homepage, look for sections dedicated to notifications or announcements. The section might also be labelled as “Latest Updates”, or “Notifications” or the like.

Find the relevant link related to the answer key

After checking the aforementioned sections, look for a link that explicitly mentions “Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Answer Key”. It is important that the candidate checks the year and phase of the exam (the result is of Prelims or Mains Exam).

Click on the link

Click on the appropriate link for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Answer Key. This action will either open a new page or directly download a PDF file to your device.

Download the Answer Key

In case a new page opens, click the download button to download the answer key. In case a PDF file opens, one can download it using the download icon in the PDF viewer.

Open and verify the answers

Once the answer key is successfully downloaded, open the file. It is always advised that a candidate double-checks that it is the correct answer key by verifying details like the exam year, phase and set (if applicable).

Probation period

The probation period for the candidates who have been selected and appointed for the post of civil judge will be 3 years. 

Important note

1. It is mandatory for a candidate to possess and fulfil all the aforementioned educational qualifications, experience and other such requirements.
2. The candidates have to meet the requirements till the last date of applying for the exam in online mode.
3. If they do not possess all the qualifications, the candidature will be dismissed.
4. There is no need for a candidate to attach any such certificates in his/her online application unless asked for.

Exam centres for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

The examination centres for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary exam is as follows:

For Prelims Exam

1. Bilaspur,
2. Durg-Bhilai,
3. Raipur.

For the Mains Exam

1. Bilaspur,
2. Raipur.

Please note : lt is not necessary that the exam centre chosen by the candidate will be allotted to him/her. The CGPSC will allot centres based on the capacity and administrative convenience. Further, the Commission has the liberty to delete any examination centres enlisted in the aforementioned list. Candidates have to appear in the examination centres allotted to them.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Prelims Examination

Is there any particular syllabus for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination Preliminary Paper? If yes, what is it?

Yes, there is indeed an explicit syllabus for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination Preliminary Paper, and it consists of the following: 

General subjects

1. The Indian Penal Code, 1860;
2. The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908;
3. The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973;
4. The Indian Evidence Act, 1872; 
5. The Constitution of India;
6. The Transfer of Property Act, 1882;
7. The Indian Contract Act,  1872;
8. The Limitation Act, 1963;
9. The Specific Relief Act, 1963;
10. The Court Fees Act, 1870;
11. The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
12. The Registration Act, 1908.

State-specific subjects

1. The Chhattisgarh Rent Control Act, 2011;
2. The Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code, 1959;
3. The Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915.

Is the judiciary Preliminary exam pattern the same for all the states in India? 

The judiciary exam pattern varies from state to state, so, to answer the aforementioned question, no, the pattern is different depending upon the state, which is why it is always advised that one look at the official circulars issued by the high courts of those states. For Chhattisgarh, one has to visit http://www.psc.cg.gov.in. 

Do all the states have Prelims Exams compulsorily? 

Yes, all the states conduct the Prelims Exams compulsorily for the judiciary exam. 

What are some tips and tricks to prepare for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination Preliminary Exam?

The following are some of the tips and tricks given by industrial experts that a candidate can follow to prepare for the Preliminary Exam-

1. Always try to focus on the bare acts. 
2. Solve and try to remember as many MCQs as you possibly can. 
3. Highlight and note down some of the most important provisions from each bare act and revise them on a daily basis. An aspirant can also try developing their own codes for remembering the sections and provisions in a better manner.

Word of advice : Always try to get the latest version of the bare acts. You can easily find them online. Once you do, do not switch the bare acts to the latest version once you have started studying. Ensure the bare act is in accordance with the syllabus. If there are any amends, you can note them on a separate page or, best of all, use sticky notes! 

What is the ideal time for a judicial aspirant to start with judicial preparation?

Ideally, as per industry experts, the following timeline is the most suitable one-

Five-year course

Ideally, for a five-year course student, the ideal time to start the judicial preparation is from the 4th or 5th year. 

Three-year course

Ideally, for a three-year course student, the ideal time to start the judicial preparation is from the 2nd year. 

However, there cannot be a straight-jacket answer to this as it depends on the candidate’s level of understanding, ability to interpret laws, and knowledge in the field of law. 

Word of advice :  No matter which year of law school you are in, ensure that you, as a candidate, focus on academia as well as current affairs and the current legal affairs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Mains Examination

What subjects must be studied to cover the portion of the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Mains Exam for the post of Civil Judge?

For the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Mains Exam, one must cover numerous subjects related to the following-

1. Civil law, 
2. Criminal law, 
3. English, and
4. Hindi. 

Everything is discussed in the above passages, click here for more information.

Do all the states have a Mains Exam compulsorily? 

Yes, all the states conduct the Mains Exams compulsorily.

Are there any tips and tricks for a candidate to successfully ace the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Mains Exam?

Mentioned below are some of the best tips and tricks needed for a candidate to ace the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Mains Exam successfully:

1. An aspiring candidate must make sure that he/she has sound conceptual knowledge of the Mains subjects. 
2. While writing the answer, candidates must ensure that there is clarity in their thought process. All the answers should be succinct and to the point.
3.  Rote learning will not help at all. 
4. A candidate can only interpret and apply laws properly if he/she follows a detail-oriented approach right from Day 1.
5. The questions asked in the examinations are lengthy, hence, a candidate must develop the habit of highlighting important provisions while reading. 
6. Practise writing judgements, translations and answering questions right from the start. Preferably, set a timer to keep track of time.
7. Try to write the answers in good handwriting.
8. Avoid scribbling right from the beginning.
9. RACE AGAINST TIME :  Ensure you have good handwriting and a good pace! 
10. Learn, revise, and apply- Keep your notes handy at all times. 
11. Further, adding legal maxims in judgement writing will let the examiner know you have done your study well, and this will surely give you an extra edge over others! 
12. The length of the answer will not be a determining factor for scoring marks. Ensure the quality of the answer is good enough. 
13. Open books examinations- In the Mains Exam, a candidate is provided with bare acts; however, these bare acts do not include information on comments, cases, etc. 
14. Stay up to date with general knowledge, current affairs, and current legal affairs. Watch the news daily for 15-30 minutes, and ensure you read the newspaper every day, especially the editorial section. Add all this information whenever you can to your Mains written exams. 
15. Focus on the language and your tone, too. Also, ensure there are minimal errors and scribbling on the answer sheet. 
16. Choose a pen wisely. Preferably, go for a black ballpoint pen. 
17. Avoid unnecessary aggravation while writing the answers for the Mains Exam. 

Is there any way a candidate can work on improving his language skills? 

Yes, definitely. Mentioned below are some of the best tips and tricks for Chhattisgarh Judiciary aspirants:

1. Concentrate on enhancing your vocabulary. Watch TV series, read books, and subscribe to YouTube channels that can benefit you! There are ample of them available on the internet. 
2. Work on your articulation and expression. 
3. Practise grammar and solve MCQs. Focus on tenses, articles, and idioms. 
4. Include quotes from renowned personalities, statistics, and schemes while writing the judgements.
5. Maintain a suitable structure for judgements and ensure the flow is proper. Do not add any information anywhere. 
6. Read editorials of newspapers and refer to relevant books.

Is there an alternative where I don’t get study materials but want to just  give test series to self-access my progress? 

Yes, definitely. In case one does not want to opt for a full-fledged coaching to prepare for judicial examination, there is always an option of enrolling in Test Series to help you assess where you stand on the level of preparation and how and on which areas you have to focus more on! 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Chhattisgarh Judiciary viva voce Examination

How should one prepare for the viva voce exam for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary? 

In order to prepare for the viva voce, an aspirant must focus on current legal affairs and develop skills that would enhance their communication skills.

Are there any specific subjects a candidate can have his/her main focus on when it comes to acing the viva voce exam? 

As the type of questions asked in the interview would depend on the panel of interviewers conducting the examination, there cannot be made an explicit mention of what all subjects one can focus on to ace the interview; however, a few tips that can help an aspirant ease the interview process are as follows:

1. Enhance knowledge of the legal and non-legal current affairs,
2. Having a solid knowledge of the legal concepts and judgements, as the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam focuses mainly on conceptual clarity. 

In this viva voce round, the panel judges the candidate based on his presence of mind, clarity of law, ability to comprehend the questions put forward, and the quality of answers he/she gives. Hence, it is important that one prepares accordingly to ace this stage. 

How to improve your communication skills for the viva voce round? 

In order to improve communication skills, a candidate can take mock interviews, record himself/herself while pretending to give the interview, and send them to peers or mentors for feedback.

What should one wear to the interview for the viva voce round?

While going for the viva voce round, ensure you dress formally and decently. Avoid flashy or casual outfits. 

For more tips on the viva voce round, check the FAQs section of the same on my article on Delhi Judiciary. It has a lot of tips and tricks for a candidate to ace the viva voce round. Please follow this link to read about the same – https://blog.ipleaders.in/delhi-judicial-services-exam-2023-24/ .

How can a candidate demonstrate their character traits during the viva voce round?

To demonstrate one’s character traits, it is advisable that you follow the instructions stated below: 

1. Be authentic, 
2. Show enthusiasm, 
3. Highlight your strengths and accomplishments, 
4. Avoid giving a negative answer or being a critic for every question asked. 

What are some personality-based questions one can expect during the viva voce round?

An interviewer or the interview panel may ask the following personality-based questions:

1. Please introduce yourself.
2. Tell us about your family history.
3. What made you decide to work in the field of law?
4. What made you decide to give the Delhi Judicial Service Examination?
5. Why do you think you are qualified for this position?
6. What is your cope-up mechanism to deal with all the stress and pressure in your student/professional life?
7. What is your cope-up mechanism to deal with all the stress and pressure in your personal life?
8. Tell us about your career goals and aspirations.
9. Tell us about your hobbies and interests outside work.
10. What is the fuel behind working so hard and attaining success?
11.  How do you manage your time efficiently so as to accomplish all your set tasks and targets?
12. What qualities, in your opinion, are important to become a judge?

What are some subject-based questions a candidate can expect during the viva voce round?

An interviewer or the interview panel may ask the following subject-based questions:

1. Who can be arrested under Section 151 of the Criminal Procedure Code?
2. Which provisions are applicable to a Magistrate’s trial?
3. Till what stage can a court alter the charge?
4. What does the term XYZ mean?
5. Name any two Directive Principles of State Policy.
6. Explain the term ‘suit’.
7. Explain the term ‘injunction’.
8. How can a court grant preventive relief?
9. Who is a performa defendant?
10. In which cases the rule of sub judice is not applicable?
11. Can a foreign judgement be applied in India? Kindly justify your answer.

How to answer the question “What are strengths and weaknesses?”

1. List out your strengths and weaknesses, honestly.
2. Justify your strengths and weaknesses by giving instances and examples.

How to answer “What are you doing to overcome your weaknesses?”

1. Give an apt and concise reason and justify your answer. An example of how you are trying to improve that particular weakness would be a great addition. 
2. Do not over-justify your answer. Stick to the point.

How to answer the question- “Why should we select you?”

Try to explain your skills, talents and achievements and why you would be a perfect candidate for being selected for the position of a judge. You may also discuss your time management skills, your leadership skills, and your ability to understand and comprehend a situation, inter alia. 

General Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination

What is the allocation of marks for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination? 

For the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination, the bifurcation is as follows: 

1. Preliminary – 100 marks, 
2. Mains – 100 marks, and
3. Viva voce – 15 marks.

If I want to be a judge, should I still do internships? What kind of internship should I do?

Yes, definitely. An aspirant can do numerous internships even when he/she is aspiring or just thinking of becoming a judge. He/she can start with a district court internship, then work in the high courts, and, if possible, also in the Supreme Court under any lawyer. One can also apply for a clerkship while preparing for the judicial examinations. This will help the candidate gain a better understanding of the courts and the processes and procedures they follow to resolve disputes on a daily basis, amongst other things.

How can an aspirant start preparing for the Chhattisgarh Judicial Exam?

Proper planning

An aspirant should try creating a proper plan and then stick to that plan. He/she can try different methods before finally choosing one. 

Also, the plan has to include everything, i.e., all the subjects and topics one has to study for the exam. Further, it is crucial that some time is reserved for revisions.

Do not waste your precious time

Candidates who have attempted the Prelims paper should quickly start preparing for the Mains Exam considering the vastness of the syllabus, as you must be aware already.

Go through the exam pattern

Before starting to prepare for the exam, a candidate must take a look at the exam pattern. Doing so will have them understand the rule of questions, the marking scheme, and how much time to distribute for each type of question, among other things.

Refer to previous year’s question papers

A candidate must also refer to previous year’s question papers as much as they can for doing so will help him/her get clarity on the types of questions that are likely to be repeated.

Solving mock tests

An aspirant should also solve mock tests to understand where he/she needs to improvise and for better time management.

Revision

Furthermore, an aspirant has to make sure that he/she revises the subjects on a regular basis. For this, the aspirant will have to finish studying all the subjects well in advance, thus, leaving sufficient time for revision.

Short and handy notes

Aspirants must prepare short notes for all the subjects and topics and keep them handy.

Prepare question banks on your own

A candidate can consider preparing question banks for all the major subjects and local laws by himself/herself which will definitely help him/her in cracking the exam. This will also help the candidate revise the whole syllabus quickly and make them aware of the difficulties and problems they are facing, if any, in any of the subject(s).

Choose states that have a similar pattern

It is always advised that a candidate can choose to appear for multiple exams of different states having a similar pattern.

Is there anything a candidate must keep in mind while he/she is preparing notes for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam?

Yes, mentioned below are some of the pointers a candidate/aspirant can follow to master the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam:

1. Make notes and keep revising all the essential legal terms that you come across during the preparation.
2. You can also consider taking a printout or writing the information on a piece of paper and glueing it to a wall and keep reading them once or twice daily.
3. Another interesting way to study for the examination is to make use of placards.
4. Also, one can use colourful bookmarks, sticky notes and highlighters to make notes, thus making them easy to read and remember.
5. While studying a subject/topic, note down the potential questions you think can appear in the exam and prepare a list of all such questions.

What is the mode of writing the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam?

Candidates have to write the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam in offline mode.

Is it necessary for a candidate to seek help from coaching classes to crack the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam in one go?

Well, there is no straight-jacket formula to answer this question, however, it will be a good option to seek guidance and interact with industrial experts in this field. Which is why, LawSikho has come up with Lord of the Courses (judiciary test prep), for an aspiring candidate like you. They offer insights on every topic that is important to pay attention to in the exam syllabus, from the strategies to crack the exam to past year papers and solutions to practical insights and thousands of MCQs. You have everything one can possibly need to crack this exam!

Does a candidate have to have knowledge of the local laws to ace the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam? 

Yes, definitely, yes! For a candidate to ace the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam, it is crucial that he/she be well-versed with the local laws. The reason behind this is quite simple: knowing the local laws of Chhattisgarh would assist a candidate in assessing the legal system and procedures followed in the courts in Chhattisgarh. 

Do all the states carry out the language test like Chhattisgarh does for Hindi translation? 

No, not all states conduct the language test. There are only a few states that follow this process like Chhattisgarh and Delhi, inter alia.

Are there any important subjects one must focus on to ace the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam or do all carry the same weightage? 

As per industry experts, all the subjects deserve an equal amount of attention. Further, as a candidate, you might think you should focus on core law subjects, however, strengthening other areas like-

1. The local laws of that state; 
2. The language(s) used in that state; 
3. General knowledge and current affairs, both local and national; 
4. The newly added subjects

are equally important and will help a candidate create a cutting edge. 

What are the local laws one must focus on to ace the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam? 

The following laws, inter alia, must be referred to in order to ace the DJS Exam-

1. The Chhattisgarh Rent Control Act, 2011;
2. The Chhattisgarh Land Revenue Code, 1959;
3. The Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination age and eligibility criteria

What is the age limit for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam?

The candidate should have a minimum age of 21 years and maximum age of 35 years to appear for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam.

What is the eligibility criteria for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination?

In order to successfully apply for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination, a candidate has to ensure that the following requirements are met:

1. He/she has a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised University/Institution.
2. He/she is between the age of 21 and 35 years as on 1st January 2024.

Is there an upper age limit relaxation for candidates appearing for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination?

Yes, there is an upper age limit relaxation for some candidates appearing for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination. The relaxation is for candidates belonging to the Reserved Category. The Reserved Category includes candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe. It also includes candidates from the PwD (person with a disability) category. The same is discussed in detail below.

Are there specific age criteria for candidates belonging to any categories?

Yes, there are indeed specific age criteria for candidates belonging to any category, like reserved category or the like. For candidates belonging to the following categories, there is some age relaxation, which is as follows:

1. For candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (non-creamy layer), there is an age relaxation of five years  in the upper age limit. 
2. For candidates who are natives of the state (Chhattisgarh residents), there is an age relaxation of five years  in the upper age limit. 
3. For women belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (non-creamy layer) and Unreserved, there is an age relaxation of ten years  in the upper age limit. 
4. For those candidates who have been employees of the Government of Chhattisgarh (higher or permanent or temporary employees),  there is an age relaxation of three years  in the upper age limit.

Please note, the maximum age limit including all the relaxations will not exceed 45 years.

What is the general requirement to be eligible for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination?

1. The candidate must be a citizen of India.
2. The candidate must have a sound mind and have decent morals and values.
3. The candidate must not have a history or any criminal record or should not be connected to any such criminal cases.
4. The candidate must have good character and be free from any bodily defects that may consider him to be incapable of being appointed as a civil judge.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination vacancies and selection process

How many vacancies are released for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination in 2023?

The notice about the vacancies for the post of judicial officer has been released, and the CGPSC has announced vacancies for a total of 49 candidates. 

How frequently are vacancies released for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination? 

There is no straight-jacket answer to this question, but the vacancies for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination are released periodically. The time period depends on the requirements of the High Court and the judicial system. 

How do I apply for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination? 

Generally, applications for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Examination vacancies are accepted online through the official website of the High Court. For Chhattisgarh, one has to visit www.psc.cg.gov.in and register and follow the instructions given in the notice. 

What is the selection process for Chhattisgarh Judiciary vacancies? 

The selection process for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary vacancies has multiple stages, namely

1. Preliminary Exam,
2. Mains Exam, and 
3. Viva voce.  

 Each of these stages is discussed in detail above, along with the syllabus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam – career, scope and pay scale

What are the career prospects when it comes to the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam? Is there any scope for growth in this field?

Entering the field of judiciary offers amazing career prospects with several opportunities ranging from personal growth to professional growth.  These opportunities also include being promoted to higher judicial roles and having the ability to make a substantial impact in the field of law and justice.

What is the designation and category of the candidates who successfully clear all three stages of the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam?

The designation will be that of a Civil Judge (Entry Level). Further, the category for the CJS exam is Gazetted – Class II.

What is the pay scale for a Chhattisgarh Judicial officer?

The pay scale is 77840-136520 for Level – J-1.

Words of motivation

Joel Brown once quoted, “When it comes to your dreams, every risk is worth it“, and indeed, when it comes to your dream of being a judge, every hurdle, every hardship, and every struggle is definitely worth it! Always remember, winners never quit, and quitters never win. So believe in yourself, seize the opportunity and just go for it! The team of LawSikho and iPleaders wishes you the very best!