This article is written by Nishka Kamath (team iPleaders) and edited by Vanshika Kapoor (Senior Managing Editor, Blog iPleaders). This article is an attempt to shed light on all the important information regarding the Delhi Judiciary 2023-24, including the important dates, the steps to fill out the registration form and successfully make payment of the application fees, along with all the essential documents one must keep handy while filling out the form. Further, the syllabus and the frequently asked questions have been discussed in an elaborate manner for the convenience of the aspirants.

Introduction 

Every year, thousands of aspirants apply for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam. This exam can be regarded as one of the most competitive exams in India, considering the attempt to select ratio. Last year, i.e., in 2022, thousands of candidates applied for the exam. However, only 301 qualified for the Delhi Judicial Services Mains Exam (Written) and appeared for the viva voce. 

But, I am glad you came across this blog, for, this blog is an attempt to provide you with an insight on everything, ranging from the eligibility criteria, the syllabus, the books one should be referring to, the exam pattern, and the selection criteria. 

Before we begin, we wish each and every aspirant the best of luck in their preparations. I hope this article helps you ace the exam! Let’s begin!

Delhi Judiciary Exam : an insight 

The Delhi Judicial Services Exam is an examination conducted by the Delhi High Court to recruit eligible candidates for several posts in the judicial services department of Delhi. This examination attracts several law graduates every year who attempt it in the hopes of becoming judges someday. This examination has multiple stages and checks a candidate’s knowledge in several fields, like Civil and Criminal procedures, and their knowledge regarding Indian laws, amongst other legal aspects. 

The candidates who successfully clear all the stages are then appointed as judicial officers or judges in the Delhi High Court and the subordinate courts. Further, talking about the job roles of a judicial officer, the roles would include:

1. Presiding over the court proceedings,
2. Hearing cases,
3. Producing judgements,
4. Perform administrative duties like that of maintaining court records and managing the staff.  

Last year, the Delhi High Court made an announcement for 123 vacancies (55 Existing and 68 Anticipated) via a notification released in November 2022. 

Tabular representation of Delhi Judiciary Application Form Dates 2023

The below table has information related to the Delhi Judicial Services Exam:

Events	Dates
Official Notification release date	Yet to be declared
Starting date to apply for Delhi Judiciary Exam 2023	Yet to be declared
Last date to fill out the application form	Yet to be declared
Delhi Judiciary Exam Date 2023 (Prelims)	Yet to be declared
Delhi Judiciary Mains Exam Admit Card	Yet to be declared

The dates will be updated here once they are released, so stay tuned!

Delhi Judicial Exam : a tough nut to crack

As mentioned earlier, the Delhi Judiciary Exam is one of the toughest exams to crack, but as the word “impossible” itself says, “I am possible!” you can ace it, too, provided you have the right guidance and study materials! Considering this, LawSikho has come up with Lord of the Courses (judiciary test prep), for an aspiring candidate. 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!

Let us now take a look at the eligibility criteria, the syllabus, and the various tips and tricks one could follow to crack the exam, inter alia. 

Eligibility criteria for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam

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

1. He/she is a citizen of India and also has its citizenship.
2. He/she is below the age of 32 years (please note, this criterion is only for candidates belonging to the general category).
3. However, there is an age relaxation between 5 to 15 years for some individuals belonging to a specific category, as discussed below. 
4. He/she has a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised University/Institution.
5. His/her educational qualifications include:

1. Being an advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961;
2. Or the candidate is practising as an advocate in India.
3. The candidate must be in good health and possess good character. He/she must be suitable for being appointed as a government servant in all manners, meaning he/she cannot be enlisted in any criminal case(s) or be bankrupt or an insolvent person, inter alia. 

Eligibility criteria for Delhi Higher Judicial Services Exam

• According to the official notification, the minimum prescribed age limit for Delhi Higher Judicial Services Exam is 35 years. 
• The candidate must be a citizen of India.
• The candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised University/Institution.
• Only those candidates who have been practising advocates for at least seven years (standing as on the first day of January of the year in which applications for recruitment are invited) shall be eligible for the examination.
• Candidates belonging to the PWD category shall be eligible to avail themselves of the scribe facility to appear in the examination.
• Only those candidates who meet and possess the eligibility criteria and clear the cut-off marks will be qualified to get a name on the Delhi Higher Judicial Services cut-off marks lists. 
• It is to be noted that the Prosecuting Officer/ Assistant Prosecuting Officers are also treated to be as Advocates and eligible as per the Judgement of Hon’ble Supreme Court in Civil Appeal No. 561 of 2013, Deepak Agarwal v. Keshav Kaushik & others (2013).

Age limit for Delhi Judiciary Exam

1. There is no minimum age limit for attempting the Delhi Judiciary Exam. 
2. However, a candidate must be under the age of 32 years (please note, this criterion is only for candidates belonging to the general category).
3. Moreover, there is an age relaxation between 5 to 15 years for some individuals belonging to a specific category, which is as below-

Upper age limit relaxation for the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe

If the candidates belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe, there is an upper age limit relaxation by 5 years. 

Upper age limit relaxation for Ex-servicemen 

The upper age limit relaxation for a maximum of 5 years for the Ex-Serviceman including Emergency Commissioned Officers and Short Service Commissioned Officers, who have provided at least 5 years of military service and have been released on completion of assignment instead of being dismissed on any grounds like that of misconduct or inefficiency or on account of physical disability that will deem them not capable of work. Further, this provision is also applicable to those candidates whose assignments will be completed within 6 months). 

Upper age limit relaxation for Persons with disabilities (PwD)

The upper age limit relaxation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) shall be between 10-15 years, depending on the category the candidate belongs to. Let us have a look at the same. 

Upper age limit relaxation for Persons with disabilities (PwD) : General category

For general category candidates with PwD, there would be a relaxation of up to 10 years. 

Upper age limit relaxation for Persons with disabilities (PwD) :  SC / ST category

For the SC/ST category candidates with PwD, there would be a relaxation of up to 15 years.

FAQ : What is PwD, and who are all included under the list of PwD candidates? 

There are several categories of PwD candidates, namely-

1. PwD (Blind and Low vision) 
2. PwD (one arm, one leg, both legs, leprosy cured, dwarfism and acid attack victims) 
3. PwD (Specific Learning Disability)
4. PwD (Multiple Disabilities involving blindness and low vision, one arm, one leg, both legs, leprosy cured, dwarfism, and acid attack victims). 

Please note: The bifurcation stated above may change from time to time depending upon the category of the officers of DJS to be promoted. In the notification, there will always be a note for everyone in case of such changes.

Delhi Judicial Services exam, selection process and syllabus

The Delhi Judicial Exam is conducted in three stages, namely, the Preliminary Exam (known as the Screening Test), the Mains Exam (Written), and the Viva Voce.  Each stage is an attempt to test the aspirant on their knowledge of the Civil and Criminal Procedure Codes, laws in India, amongst other legal aspects. Let us take a look at the three stages in detail. 

Delhi Judiciary Preliminary Exam (200 marks)

To check previous years’ Preliminary Delhi Judicial Services exam question papers, click here.

Procedure

The first stage, i.e., the Preliminary Exam, also known as the Screening Test, will be a computer-based exam. It will have objective-based questions, and there will be a negative marking of 25% (0.25 marks for every wrong answer thus marked). The Exam will be held for a duration of 2 hours and will consist of 200 questions for 1 mark each. To qualify for this exam, a candidate has to score at least 60% in the exam if he/she is from the General Category and 55% if he/she is from any of the Reserved Categories (i.e., Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe). Further, the score has to be at least 55% for candidates belonging to the Physically Handicapped (Blind/Low Vision)/Orthopaedically handicapped/hearing impaired.

All the candidates who successfully pass this exam will be qualified for the next stage – the Mains Exam.

Most Frequently Asked Questions on preliminary exam

Will the preliminary exam be computer-based?  

Yes, the preliminary exam will be computer-based. 

What is the score a candidate is expected to score in the preliminary exam? 

A candidate has to score 60% at least to qualify for the next exam, i.e., the Mains Exam. 

Is there any relaxation for the candidates belonging to the General Category in case of the preliminary exam? 

No, there is no relaxation for the candidates belonging to the General Category, in case of the preliminary exam. 

Is there any relaxation for the candidates from the General Category belonging to the PwD class in case of the preliminary exam?

Yes, there is  a relaxation of up to 5% for the candidates from the General Category belonging to the PwD class in case of the preliminary exam.

Is there any relaxation for the candidates belonging to the Reserved Category in case of the preliminary exam? 

Yes, there is a relaxation of up to 5% for the candidates from the Reserved Category in case of the preliminary exam.

Is there any relaxation for the candidates from the Reserved Category belonging to the PwD class in case of the preliminary exam?

Yes, there is  a relaxation of up to 5% for the candidates from the Reserved Category belonging to the PwD class in case of the preliminary exam.

Syllabus for the Delhi Judiciary Exam- Preliminary Exam

For preparing for the Preliminary Exams for the Delhi Judiciary, it is advised that one go through the following subjects, inter alia:

1. General knowledge;
2. Current affairs;
3. Legal aptitude;
4. English language;
5. The Constitution of India;
6. The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908;
7. The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973;
8. The Indian Penal Code, 1860;
9. The Indian Evidence Act, 1872;
10. The Limitation Act, 1963; 
11. The Indian Contract Act, 1872;
12. The Specific Relief Act, 1963.

Also, there are some additions to the above subjects, namely:

1. The Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008;
2. The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996;
3. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act), 2012;
4. The Commercial Courts Act, 2015.

Delhi Judiciary Mains Exam (850 marks)

The Mains Exam is conducted via four papers-

• Paper 1, 
• Paper 2,
• Paper 3,
• Paper 4.

Syllabus for the Delhi Judiciary Exam- Mains Exam

Paper 1

Paper 1 will consist of 250 marks. The duration of Paper 1 would be 2 hours. 

For preparing for the Main Exams, namely Paper 1, for Delhi Judiciary, it is advised that one goes through the following subjects, inter alia:

Section 1

• General Knowledge and Current Affairs,
• Current Legal Affairs.

Section 2

• Language,
• Essay Writing,
• Precis Writing,
• Translation.

Please note: Earlier, only general knowledge was tested, however, now, there are 100 marks for general legal knowledge- Section 1, along with 150 marks for English language and Hindi language (for translation)-  Section 2.

For the General Knowledge Section, it is advised that one goes through the following subjects, inter alia:

• Geography,
• Economic Scene,
• Sports,
• Scientific Research,
• Current Events,
• History,
• Culture,
• General Polity including Indian Constitution,
• Sports & Games,
• Countries and Capitals,
• National and International affairs,
• States and Capitals,
• Countries and Currencies,
• Daily News,
• Famous Personalities,
• Art & Culture,
• Current GK.

Whereas, for Section 2, it is advised that one go through the following subjects, inter alia:

• Idioms and  Phrases,
• Antonyms,
• Adverb,
• Adjectives,
• Para Jumbles,
• Synonyms,
• Reading Comprehension,
• Sentence Corrections,
• Error Spotting/Phrase Replacement,
• Unseen Passages,
• Cloze Test,
• Fill in the Blanks,
• Verbs,
• Missing Verbs,
• Phrase Replacement,
• Meanings,
• Word Formations,
• Sentence Rearrangement,
• Subject-Verb Agreement,
• Articles,
• Grammar.

For the legal affairs, the following subjects would be incorporated, inter alia:

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

Some important pointers to note for Part 1 – Section 2 of the Mains Exam

1. This portion of the paper, addressed as the Delhi Judiciary Exam Language Paper (English) is created to assess an aspirant’s knowledge and proficiency in the English language. 
2. This test evaluates an aspirant’s ability to understand and express ideas with ease and clarity. 
3. This Language Paper has two passages in translation-
4. One in English, and
5. One in Hindi.

A candidate must translate the English passage into Hindi and the Hindi passage into English.

6. While attempting this part, it is important that a candidate focuses on  substance and expression. This will help him/her score well in this Paper. 
7. A point must be noted that for every accurate translation and effective expression, a candidate will be given credit (marks, in this case); however, in places where the grammar or vocabulary is not apt or if there is an issue with the sentence structuring, marks will be deducted.
8. This Paper is one of the most important components of the Delhi Judiciary Exam, and it is advisable that a candidate prepare thoroughly for it.

Paper 2 (Civil law: Part 1)

Paper 2 will consist of 200 marks. The duration of Paper 2 would be 3 hours.

For preparing for the Main Exams, namely Paper 2, for Delhi Judiciary, it is advised that one goes through the following subjects, inter alia:

• The Indian Contract Act, 1872;
• The Sale of Goods Act, 1930;
• The Specific Relief Act, 1963;
• Hindu Law; 
• Mohammedan Law;
• The Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958;
• Law of Torts.

Also, there are some additions to the aforementioned subjects, namely:

• The New Delhi Municipal Council Act, 1994;
• The Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957;
• The Transfer of Property Act, 1882;
• The Commercial Courts Act, 2015.

Paper 3 (Civil law : Part 2)

Paper 3 will consist of 200 marks. The duration for Paper 3 would be 3 hours.

For preparing for the Main Exams, namely Paper 3, for the Delhi Judiciary, it is advised that one goes through the following subjects, inter alia:

• 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)

Paper 4 will consist of 200 marks. The duration of Paper 4 would be 3 hours.

For preparing for the Main Exams, namely Paper 4, for Delhi Judiciary, it is advised that one goes through the following subjects, inter alia:

• The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973;
• The Indian Penal Code, 1860;
• The Indian Evidence Act, 1872.

Also, there are some additions to the aforementioned subjects, namely:

• The Domestic Violence Act, 2005, also referred to as the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005;
• The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
• The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013.

Viva Voce

The Viva voce will consist of 150 marks. 

Some points to note when it comes to the final step- the viva voce-

1. Candidates belonging to the general category and have scored 40% in each written paper, i.e., Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3, and Paper 4 and an aggregate of 50% overall, shall be called for viva voce.
2. Further, candidates belonging to the reserved categories, i.e., Schedule Caste or Scheduled Tribe and/or are physically handicapped  (Blind/ Low vision) (mobility not to be restricted) Orthopedically handicapped/hearing impaired), shall have to 35% in each written paper, i.e., Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3, and Paper 4 and an aggregate of 45% overall shall be called for viva voce.
3. The marks a candidate scores in the viva voce will be included in the marks obtained in the main exam, i.e., the written exam. 
4. The candidate’s rank will depend on the aggregate of both these exams, i.e., the viva voce and the Mains Exam. 

How to start preparing for Delhi Judicial Services Exam

Mentioned below are some of the tricks to start preparing for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam.

Decide the target states 

It is necessary that one decides on the target states to ace the exam successfully. There are some states that have a similar pattern; you can opt for these states. Whereas there are some states that are regarded as being comparatively easy in comparison to the other states (for instance, it is a general contention that the entrance exam for the judicial department for courts in Madhya Pradesh is comparatively easier). Additionally, there are some states that do not have a bar on the number of attempts, and then there are some states that have a different upper age limit, so it all depends on the candidate’s choice. In short, it is a personal preference, and candidates must be very careful when choosing their target states.

Word of advice:  Industrial experts advise that a candidate target states that have uniformity in syllabus and pattern; for instance, candidates who opt for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam can also opt for the Haryana Judicial Service Exam. Decide on whether you want to do self-study or go to a coaching class.

After a candidate has selected the target states, he/she must decide whether they would like to study for the exam through self-study or opt for a coaching class. 

Get the material required for preparation and start your journey 

After following the above steps, one must start gathering the material required to start preparing for the exam(s). One can refer to the book list mentioned below.

Further, it is necessary that, as a candidate, you gather the following basic material-

1. Bare Acts,
2. Books (for theoretical knowledge and conceptual clarity), 
3. Magazines and books, especially on current affairs and general knowledge, 
4. Study material on language (if the state has a translation and language proficiency check test as described in Mains :  Part 1)

Books to refer for Delhi Judicial Services Exam 2023-24

For Delhi Judiciary Prelims Exam

Subject	Name of the book	Publisher/Author of the book
General Preliminary Exam (all subjects)	Singhal’s Judicial Service- Preliminary Exam	Singhal Law Publication
General Knowledge	– Upkar, Lucent’s General Knowledge, – Arihant’s General Science, and  – Pratiyogita Darpan	– Lucent and Upkar’s publication by Khanna and Verma, – Arihant Publications, – Pratiyogita Darpan
General Preliminary Exam (all subjects)	Ultimate Guide to the Judicial Services Exam 2018, by LexisNexis- for all states	M A Rashid
English	– English – Objective General English – For essays and grammar – Renin Martin – Newspapers (like The Hindu- editorial section)	– R.S Aggarwal – Nil – Nil
Hindi Newspapers	Dainik Bhaskar, Dainik Tribune, and Dainik Jagran, inter alia.
General Preliminary Exam (all subjects, but Delhi centric)	Delhi Judicial Services (Preliminary) Exam Guide	Dr. Ashok K. Jain
General Preliminary Exam (all subjects, but Delhi centric)	Universal’s Guide to Delhi Judicial Services (Preliminary) Exam	Vinay Kumar Gupta
General Preliminary Exam (all subjects, but Delhi centric)	Universal’s Guide to Delhi Judicial Services Exam	Universal’s law
General Preliminary Exam (all subjects)	A Compendium of Multiple Choice Questions for Judicial Services Exams	Samarth AgrawalSamarth Agrawal
General Preliminary Exam (all subjects, but Delhi centric)	Singhal Law Publications- Multiple Choice Questions Based On Case Law For Judicial Services (Subject Wise & Topic Wise) Useful for civil and Higher Judicial Services Exam, assistant public prosecutor examinations, Delhi University and other LL.M. Entrance examinations, and other competitive examinations	Gyanendra Chaturvedi
General Preliminary exam (all subjects, but Delhi centric)	Singhal’s Delhi Judicial Services exam Solved Papers	Singhal Law Publication
General Preliminary exam (all subjects)	Ready Reckoner for Judicial Services Preliminary exams	Samarth Agarwal
General Preliminary exam (all subjects, but Delhi centric)	TOPPERSNOTES Delhi Judicial Services For Civil Judge Cadre	TOPPERSNOTES Publication

For Delhi Judiciary Mains Exam

Subject	Name of the book	Publisher/Author of the book
Law of Torts	– The Law of Torts – Law of Torts – P S A Pillai’s Law of Tort	– Ratanlal and Dhirajlal – R K Bangia – Avtar Singh
The Indian Contract Act, 1872	– Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract & Specific Relief – Law of Contract I & II	– Rajesh Kapoor – S S Srivastava
The Sale of Goods Act, 1930	– The Sale of Goods Act and The Indian Partnership Act – Sale of Goods Act	– Mulla – Dr. R. K. Bangia
The Specific Relief Act, 1963	– The Specific Relief Act, 1963 – Specific Relief Act – Avtar Singh’s Law of Contract & Specific Relief	– Pollock and Mulla – Dr. R. K. Bangia – Rajesh Kapoor
Hindu Law	– Hindu Law – Modern Hindu Law	– Mulla – Paras Diwan
Mohammedan Law	– Muslim law in modern India – Mohammedan Law	– Paras Diwan – Aqil Ahmad
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 Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958	Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958 along with Rules, 1959	Universal Law Publishing
The New Delhi Municipal Council Act, 1994	New Delhi Municipal Council Act, 1994	Universal Law Publishing
The Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957	Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957 along with allied Rules and Bye	Universal Law Publishing
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 Commercial Courts Act, 2015	Commentary on the Commercial Court Act, 2015	Rahul Kandharkar
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 Indian Evidence Act, 1872	– Bare Act – V. P. Sarathi’s Law of Evidence – The Law Of Evidence	– Nil – K. A. Pandey – Batuk Lal
The Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008	The Sale of Goods Act and The Indian Partnership Act	Mulla
The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996	– Commentary On The Arbitration And Conciliation Act – Merkin and Flannery on the Arbitration Act 1996	– Justice SB Malik (Author), Fali S. Nariman (Introduction) – Robert Merkin QC, Louis Flannery QC
The Limitation Act, 1963	– The Limitation Act, 1963 – Bare Act	– LexisNexis – Nil
The Registration Act, 1908	– Commentary on The Registration Act, 1908 – Bare Act	– Malik – Nil
The Trade Marks Act, 1999	– Lawmann’s Trade Marks Act, 1999 – Professional’s Trade Marks Act,1999- Bare Act	– Kamal Publishers – Professional Book Publishers
The Copyright Act, 1957	– The Copyright Act, 1957 – The Copyright Act 1957 Bare Act with Amendments	– Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd. – Government of India
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 Penal Code, 1860	– P S A Pillai’s Criminal Law – INDIAN PENAL CODE	– P S A Pillai’s Criminal Law – K.D. GAUR
The Domestic Violence Act, 2005, also referred to as the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005	– Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (Lawmann’s)  – The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005- Bare Act with Short Notes	– Nil – Lexis
The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881	– Negotiable Instruments Act – The Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881 – Bare Act	– R.K Bangia – Harsh Vardhan Singh
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013	– Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 – Bharat’s Commentary on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013	– Kamal Publishers – Sundeep Puri
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act), 2012	– Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 alongwith Rules, 2012 (POCSO) – The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012	– Professional’s – Ganguly
The Commercial Courts Act, 2015	Commentary on the Commercial Courts Act, 2015	Sharath Chandran

For Delhi Judiciary Viva Voce

Well, there are no books per se for being successful in viva voce, however, one can refer to these books that improve one’s communication skills, which in turn might help the candidate in acing the viva voce stage just like the other two stages-

Name of the book	Author of the book
The New Lawyer’s Handbook: 101 Things They Don’t Teach You in Law School	Karen Thalacker
The Tools of Argument: How the Best Lawyers Think, Argue & Win	Joel. P. Trachtman
Tomorrow’s Lawyer: An Introduction to Your Future	Richard Susskind

Further, a candidate must explicitly focus on current legal affairs to ensure a reasonable discussion between them (the candidate) and the panel. 

Some important pointers to note for the Delhi Judiciary viva voce

1. The viva voce interview will be conducted by a panel, which in turn will test a candidate’s legal knowledge of current legal affairs. The interview will also try to assess the candidate’s understanding of the legal system. 
2. Further, the interview will determine the candidate’s personality traits, communication skills, reasoning, and logical ability. 
3. Usually, the examiners ask questions based on one’s legal knowledge, understanding of legal concepts, and the candidate’s proficiency in applying them to real-life situations.
4. Candidates belonging to the general category will have to score 50%, at least, in this viva voce exam to be successfully recommended for an appointment for the Delhi Judiciary Service.   
5. Candidates belonging to the reserved category will have to score 45%, at least, in this viva voce exam to be successfully recommended for an appointment for the Delhi Judiciary Service or be eligible for the final selection. 

An analysis of previous year’s Delhi Judicial Services vacancies 

In the past few years, the Delhi Judiciary has released several circulars on the number of vacancies in the judiciary department for  candidates keen on being  judicial professionals, joining the esteemed judicial system, and contributing to the administration of justice in the capital city. Before we proceed to the application process for the Delhi Judiciary exam, let us have a look at the previous year’s vacancies. Check out the below tables for a year-wise description of the Delhi judiciary vacancies. 

Delhi Civil Judge Vacancies : list 2022

Category	No. of Vacancies	Total
Existing	Anticipated
General	24	62	86
SC	3	5	8
ST	28	1	29
Total	55	68	123

Delhi Civil Judge Vacancies : list 2022 for PWD candidates

Out of the 123 vacancies listed above, a total of 10 vacancies are reserved for the PwD category in the judiciary department. The same is mentioned in the table below:

Category	Vacancies
PwD (Blind and Low Vision)	04
PwD (one arm, one leg, both legs, leprosy cured, dwarfism, and acid attack victims)	03
PwD (Specific Learning Disability) and PwD (Multiple Disabilities involving blindness and low vision, one arm, one leg, both legs, leprosy cured, dwarfism, and acid attack, and specific learning)	03
Total	10

Previous year’s stats – In 2022, the total number of candidates who applied and passed the examinations are as follows:

Year	Vacancy (no. of seats)	Total no. of candidates appeared	Total no. of candidates qualified	Total no. of seats filled	Total no. of seats vacant
2022	123	14957	978	110	13

Delhi Civil Judge Vacancies : list 2019

Category	No. of vacancies	Remarks
General	33	2 Backlog; 2 Fresh; 29 Anticipated
SC	15	12 Backlog; 03 Anticipated
ST	27	All Backlog
Total	75	–

Delhi Civil Judge Vacancies : list 2018

Category	No. of vacancies
General	112
SC	26
ST	09
Total	147

Application process for Delhi Judicial Services Exam 

Before we have a look at the application process for the DJS exam, let us have a look at all the important documents one must keep handy to fill out the application form without any hassle. 

Documents required to fill out Delhi Judiciary application form

The following important documents must be kept handy to fill the application form without any hassle:

Valid email address

It is important that one uses a valid email address to fill out the application form, as this address will be used to communicate with the candidate as and when required. Further, all the important details and information regarding the admission and examination shall be forwarded to this email address only. 

Please note: Be extra careful while submitting all the details because once the information is submitted, it becomes tiresome to go through the editing process, thus causing a lot of mental agony and distress. 

Passport-sized photograph

It is important that a candidate add the most current passport-size photograph. As mentioned earlier, the image should be either in .jpg or .jpeg format and should not exceed 100 kb in size. 

Scanned signature

It is important that a candidate properly uploads his/her signature and follows all the steps mentioned above. Moreover, as stated above, the image should be in either a .jpg or .jpeg format and should not exceed 50 kb in size.

Educational qualifications and experience letters

To quickly complete the application form process, it is advised that the candidate keep his/her educational qualifications handy along with their experience letters, if any. 

Details of debit card or internet banking for payment 

To quickly finish the payment process, it is advised that the candidate keep his/her debit or internet banking details handy.

An aspirant must fill out the Delhi Judiciary Application Form for the DJSE exam 2023 by visiting the official website of the Delhi High Court-  www.delhihighcourt.nic.in. Let us have a look at the steps to fill out the Delhi Judiciary Application Form. 

PwD certificate and Caste certificate

If applicable, it is advised that the candidates keep their PwD certificate and Caste certificate handy. 

Steps to fill out Delhi Judiciary application form

Step 1 : Creating a new login ID for new candidate

• All the new candidates, i.e., the candidates appearing for the first time, have to register as a ‘Fresh Candidate’ on the official website before proceeding towards filling out the Delhi Judicial Services Application Form. 
• The candidate has to select the option of the ‘Delhi Judiciary Apply Online Fresh Candidate Tab’ in order to Create a login.
• Further, candidates have to provide the following necessary details to create a login id-

1. Name, 
2. Date of birth, 
3. mobile number, and 
4. Email ID.

• Moreover, always ensure the password used for creating the login ID is noted down somewhere.  
• After following the above steps, press the ‘submit’ button. 
• The applicant’s login credentials will be shared with them at the registered email address after successfully completing the registration process.  
• It is advisable that the applicant star-mark this email for future reference.

Please note: The email address and the date of birth filled in during the process of registering as a new candidate will be used to login into the website at the time of filling out the online Delhi Judiciary application form. 

Word of caution :  The details, once entered, cannot be altered at later stages; therefore, it is crucial that one fills in all the details with the utmost care and precaution.

Step 2 : Filling the Delhi Judicial Services Exam Application Form

• Login with the credentials (login ID and password) sent to the registered email address by selecting the option of ‘Already Logged In Candidate tab to Complete the Process‘.
• Once done, a verification code will be sent to you, kindly add the same and then select the ‘Submit‘ option. 
• Fill in the requisite details in the form. One must note that their eligibility for appearing in the exam will be determined based on the information the candidates provide; hence, one must be extra careful while filling out the form, especially the details like qualifications, caste, etc. 
• Once the details are entered upon, add other relevant details like the preferred examination centre, parent’s details, gender,  nationality, academic details, residential address, and contact information.
• Once done, click on the ‘SAVE’ button to save all the details to complete the application form.
• In case you notice any errors in any of the details entered upon, you can login again using the same Email ID and Date of Birth. 
• Once the changes are made, kindly ensure you click on the ‘SAVE’ icon. 

Step 3 : Uploading photograph and signature

After the above steps comes the step of uploading a photograph and signature. Mentioned below are some tips for your reference. 

Photograph

Some tips to ensure before uploading your photograph on the official website:

1. The photograph should be a recent passport-size coloured image.
2. One must ensure the image to be uploaded is captured in colour, and is taken against a light-coloured background, preferably a white background, and does not have any dark shadows. 
3. If  a candidate wears glasses, he/she must ensure that there are no reflections on the eyes or the glass of the spectacles. Further, the candidate must also ensure that his/her ears are clearly visible in the photograph. 
4. One must refrain from wearing dark glasses, caps, hats, etc. However, religious headwear is allowed, provided it does not cover one’s face.  
5. The image must be scanned and uploaded either in .jpg/.jpeg format and should be anywhere between 50-100 kb.
6. Once uploaded, click on the ‘Next’ button to continue the process of application. 

Signature

Some tips to ensure before uploading your signature on the official website:

1. Signature should be made on white paper with a black pen.
2. Once done, only the signature part should be scanned, as opposed to the whole page.
3. One must ensure the image size does not exceed 50 kb. 
4. It is pertinent to note that the signature will be saved with the candidate’s details, and if the signature does not match with the one made on the answer sheet while writing the written test and the interview, there is a possibility of the candidature being cancelled, which is why an aspiring candidate must be extra-cautious while filling out the necessary details.
5. The signature has to be scanned and uploaded either in .jpg/.jpeg format and should be anywhere between 20-50 kb.

Step 4: Making payment of the Delhi Judicial Services exam Application Fee 2023

The candidates can make payment of the application fees for the Delhi Judicial Services exam entrance exam either through a debit card or via net banking. Before making payment, it is advised that the candidates keep their Debit Card / Internet Banking information easily accessible or handy.

Further, the application fees vary depending on the candidate’s category (general or reserved). The same will be discussed in detail in the upcoming passages. Candidates can take a printout of the online Delhi Judiciary application form by clicking ‘Already Logged In Candidate’ to complete the process.

Fees for Delhi Judicial Services Exam 

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

1. For a general category, the fee is Rs. 1000/-.
2. Whereas, for the reserved categories, the fee is Rs. 200/-.

How to make payment for the Fees for the Delhi Judiciary exam 

An applicant can make payment of the application fee for the Delhi Judiciary exam using any debit card or via net banking. 

Steps to make payment for the Fees for the Delhi Judiciary Exam

1. Once the above application procedure is completed, you will be prompted to make payment of the examination fees.
2. You will have to enter the details of either your debit card or net banking account in order to proceed with the application.
3. You will get a self-generated Web Application Number after successfully making the payment.
4. Once the transaction is complete, the candidate will receive a preview of the application with the application number.
5. All applicants are advised to keep a printout of this completed approval application for future reference. 

Tabular representation of fees for Delhi Judiciary Exam

Category	Fee amount in Rs. ( (Application Fees + Bank Charges, if any)
SC/ST/PWD	200/- + bank charges (if payment is made through net banking). There are no bank charges if paid through a debit card.
Rest of the categories	1000/- + bank charges (if payment is made through net banking). There are no bank charges if paid through a debit card.

Number of attempts for Delhi Judicial Services Exam

The number of attempts for the Judicial Services exam varies from state to state. While some states in India do not have a limit on the number of attempts, in the Delhi Judicial Services exam, a candidate has a total of 6 attempts. 

How to check results for Delhi Judicial Services Exam 

There are some steps one must follow to obtain the results of the Delhi Judicial Service, namely:

1. Visit the official website of the Delhi High Court, or you may click on this link- delhihighcourt.nic.in.
2. Click on public notices. 
3. Then select Recruitment Results. 
4. A new page will appear, and one may select the respective pdf from the numerous pdfs and download the same. 
5. Check the results.

Please note : It is always advised to keep a hard copy of the pdf for future reference. 

Please have a look at the following images to get a better idea of the steps.

How to ace the Delhi Judicial Service exam

1. Context is everything. Ensure the information to write in your exam is factually accurate, succinct and precise. 
2. Read the questions carefully. Only attempt the question when you have understood the question properly, if not, read again. If you still can’t succeed, move on to the next question and come back to the previous one at the end, if time allows. 
3. Avoid beating around the bush. Be precise and concise while writing the answers. 
4. The level of questions is usually intense which is why one needs to solve previous year’s question papers to understand the level. 
5. Except a high cut-off in Prelims and Mains, considering the number of candidates applying every year, and start preparing accordingly. 
6. Scoring well in all the papers is crucial for you to succeed, so focus on all the subjects. 
7. Think from a wide perspective and in a critical manner. Practise beforehand and then start writing. 
8. Expect fair and transparent results. 
9. Don’t get disheartened if you do not clear the exam. 

Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Delhi Judicial Services Exam 

FAQs on Delhi Judiciary Prelims Exam 

Is there any particular syllabus for the Delhi Judiciary Exam Prelims Paper? If yes, what is it?

Yes, there is indeed an explicit syllabus for the Delhi Judiciary Exam Prelims Paper and it consists of the following: 

1. General legal knowledge, 
2. English language, and 
3. Objective-type legal problems.

Is the judiciary prelims 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 Delhi, one has to visit delhihighcourt.nic.in.

Do all the states have prelim exams compulsorily? 

Yes, all the states conduct the prelim exams compulsorily. 

What are some tips and tricks to prepare for the Delhi Judicial Services 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. Focus on the bare acts. 
2. Solve and try to remember as many MCQs as you can. 
3. Practise English MCQs related to para jumbles, grammar, and the like (kindly check the syllabus section for this). 
4. Highlight and maybe write down some of the most important provisions from each bare act and revise them on a daily basis. You can also try developing your own codes and stuff for remembering the sections and provisions in a better manner. 
5. Since General knowledge, current legal affairs and current affairs form a considerable portion of prelims paper, one must focus on reading newspapers, editorials, competitive magazines, exam refreshers, etc.

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:  In any year of law school, ensure that you, as a candidate, focus on academia as well as current affairs and the current legal affairs.

FAQs on Delhi Judiciary Mains Exam 

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

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

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

The list is discussed in the above passages.

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 Mains Exam? 

Mentioned below are some of the best tips and tricks to help a candidate successfully ace the Mains Exam:

1. A candidate must ensure that he/she has sound conceptual knowledge of the Mains subjects. 
2. While writing the answer, one must ensure that there is clarity in the thought process. All the answers should be succinct and to the point.
3.  Proposition base questions would need an application of mind and logic.
4.  Rote learning will not help at all. 
5. One can only interpret and apply the laws properly if one follows a detail-oriented approach right from Day 1.
6. The questions asked in the examinations are very lengthy, which is why one must develop the habit of highlighting important provisions while reading. 
7. Practise writing essays and answering questions right from the beginning. Preferably, set a timer and try to write with good handwriting. 
8. RACE AGAINST TIME:  Ensure you have good handwriting and a good pace! 
9. Learn, revise, and apply- Keep your notes handy at all times. 
10. Ensure you know there is equal weightage given to all the 4 papers, and thus equal attention should be given to all the subjects. 
11. It is crucial that you mention case laws while writing the answers in the Mains exam. 
12. Further, adding legal maxims will let the examiner know you have done your study well, and this will surely give you an extra edge over others! 
13. The length of the answer will not be a determining factor for scoring marks. Ensure the quality of the answer is good enough. 
14. 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. 
15. 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. 
16. Focus on the language and ensure there are minimal errors and scribbling on the paper. 
17. Choose a pen wisely. Preferably, go for a black ballpoint pen. 
18. Avoid unnecessary aggravation while writing the answers  for your 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 Delhi Judiciary aspirants:

1. Focus on building a vocabulary. Watch TV series, read books, and subscribe to YouTube channels that can help you do so! They are available in plenty on the internet. 
2. Work on improving articulation/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 essay(s). 
5. Keep a brief summary of content ready for all the expected essay topics.
6. Follow a proper structure and ensure the flow is proper. Do not add any information anywhere. 
7. 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 opt for full-fledged coaching for preparing for judicial examination, there is always the 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! 

FAQs on Delhi Judiciary viva voce

How should one prepare for the viva voce exam for the Delhi Judiciary Exam? 

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. A detailed discussion on the same is given above.

Are there any specific subjects one can focus on when it comes to making 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 can one focus on to ace the interview; however, a few tips that can help an aspirant ease the interview process are as follows:

1. Having knowledge of the legal and non-legal current affairs,
2. Having a solid knowledge of the legal concepts, as the Delhi Judiciary examinations focus 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. 

Further, the following tips can be taken into consideration while preparing for the interview: 

Communication skills	Tips to improve
Clarity	– Speak clearly and unhurriedly.  – Convey your words in a proper manner. – Avoid using slang or jargon (legal jargon is fine!). – Practise pronunciation of words (you may google that word and the meaning along with its pronunciation will generally be displayed at the beginning).
Tone	– Use a pleasant and courteous tone. – Refrain from sounding aggressive or confrontational. – Maintain a calm and composed demeanour.
Listening	– Try to listen actively.  – Pay close attention to what the interviewer is conveying.  – Ask questions and clear your doubts from the panel if needed.  – Refrain from interrupting or talking while the interviewer is talking.  – Try to engage with the interview panel by showing a level of interest.
Body language	– Maintain eye contact with the interviewer and ask you questions. Do not ignore the others, though. – Use appropriate gestures and facial expressions. Do not frown or show anger on your face in case you disagree with anything the panel says. – Sit straight, and maintain a good posture.  – The most important tip:  avoid fidgeting.  – Also, no slouching.
Vocabulary	– Use proper and concise language. – Avoid repeating phrases. – Develop your vocabulary by reading legal texts and articles (articles on iPleaders can be very helpful in such cases).
Confidence	– Have faith and confidence in yourself and your skills and abilities.  – Practice speaking in front of a mirror or with a friend.  – Seek help from your mentor or seniors.  – Manifest a successful outcome.
Empathy	– Exhibit some level of empathy towards the questions asked by the interviewer or panel.  – Ask queries to clarify the questions, if needed.  – Avoid being too judgemental or dismissive.  – Offer positive solutions.
Adaptability	– Carefully tailor the way you respond to the interview questions.  – Listen and respond in an appropriate manner. You may take a small pause to think about the answer and then begin speaking, but avoid looking at the ceiling while you think about the answer!  – Adjust your tone for every answer as the situation demands.
Non-verbal communication	– Avoid crossing arms or legs.  – Maintain an open and approachable attitude.  – Use appropriate facial expressions. – Avoid distracting movement or behaviour like scratching your nose or touching your face, etc.

Are there any tips and tricks for a candidate to successfully ace the viva voce or the interview round for the Delhi Judicial State Exam? 

Mentioned below are some of the best tips and tricks that will help you ace the vivavoce round:

1. Stay up to date with current affairs, legal issues, amendments, and bills, if any. 
2. Having a thorough knowledge of laws, especially, the local laws.  Be prepared to have off-beat questions about the local laws of that state. 
3. Usually the panel asks questions on government subjects, so it is advised that one chooses a subject with proper scrutiny and wisely, as you can claim the subject to be your favourite and there is a possibility that the experts will ask you questions based on the subject. 
4. Practise introduction by standing in front of the mirror. Notice and improve on your body posture and expressions, if need be.
5. Be well-versed in the details of your application form. For instance, if you are a practising lawyer, there is a possibility that the interviewer will ask you questions based on that. The questions could be:

1. What is your practice area?
2. Why did you choose this area?
3. Any details of that area.

6. Remain calm, composed, and confident during your interview. Preferably, breathe in and out a few times before entering the room. 
7. Work on grooming yourself and your etiquette, conduct, and appearance. Dress smartly and neatly! 
8. Maintain a pleasant attitude. Keep a warm smile on your face at all times, except when the situation demands otherwise. 
9. If you cannot recall an answer to any question asked by the interviewer, apologise to them in a polite manner instead of bluffing around. Remember, they are experts in the field of law and will easily catch the lie or wrong answer. This method will help you avoid negative markings as the interview panel will also understand that one cannot answer all the questions they ask. 
10. One must note that the Delhi Judicial Services interviews do not last for a long period of time, usually. 
11. Always remember, FIRST IMPRESSION IS THE LAST IMPRESSION! So enter with a pleasing smile and greet each and every panellist. 

How to improve your communication skills for the judiciary interview? 

In order to improve communication skills, one can take mock interviews, record themselves while pretending to give the interview and send them to peers or mentors for feedback. 

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

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

How to demonstrate your personality and character traits during the viva voce round?

To demonstrate your character traits, 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 do’s and don’ts for the viva voce round? 

The do’s and don’ts for the viva voce round are as follows: 

Do’s	Don’ts
Dress in a professional and appropriate manner.	Don’t wear anything revealing, flashy or casual, that would be regarded as inappropriate and one might get some negative marks for the same.
Maintain a polite, courteous and assertive tone.	Don’t disturb or interrupt the interviewer while he/she is asking you a question. Let them finish and then answer, avoid speaking over them.
Be confident while answering the questions.	Don’t show arrogance or overconfidence.
Maintain good eye contact in the course of the interview process.	Don’t avoid eye contact. Don’t stare excessively at one interviewer.
Listen carefully to the interviewer’s questions and only answer when you understand them. If not, ask again.	Don’t give ambiguous, vague or incomplete answers.
Be honest and transparent about your experiences and qualifications.	Don’t lie or exaggerate your experiences or qualifications.
Use examples, instances and illustrations to support your answer.	Don’t give answers that are too generic or irrelevant in nature.
Follow up with an email or letter showing gratitude to the interview panel.	Don’t be too pushy while sending an email or letter. Do not send too many emails or letters.
Try researching about the interview panel beforehand.	Refrain from asking irrelevant or unsuitable questions.
Express your enthusiasm and excitement for the role.	Don’t appear to be least-bothered, interested or unenthusiastic.

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 Judiciary Exam?
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 one can expect during the viva voce round?

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

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

How to answer 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 explaining your skills, talents and achievements and why you would be a perfect candidate for being selected as a judicial officer. You may talk about your time management skills, your leadership skills, and your ability to understand and comprehend a situation, inter alia. 

FAQs about general questions in Delhi Judiciary exam

Does the Delhi Judicial Services Exam have a provision for negative marking?

Yes, the Delhi Judicial Services Exam has a provision for negative marking and deducts 0.25% of the total marks for every wrong answer.  The same shall be inferred as a deduction of ¼ of the total marks for every incorrect answer. 

What is the allocation of marks for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam? 

For the Delhi Judicial Services Exam, the bifurcation is as follows: 

1. Prelims – 200 marks, 
2. Mains – 850 marks, and
3. Viva voce – 150 marks. 

How can an aspirant start his/her journey to ace the Delhi Judicial Services Exam?

Tip 1. Start in reverse order

Well, it depends on person-to-person, but one can start studying in ‘reverse‘, i.e., start studying for the Mains Exam, and a lot of the syllabus of the Prelims Exam will automatically get covered.  But this also depends on the time constraint. If your exams are near and you haven’t prepared much, it is advised that you follow the order of the exam. 

Tip 2. Do not waste time

The candidates who have attempted the Prelims Paper, must start with the preparation  of Mains Exam as soon as they can, for the syllabus for the Mains Exam is quite vast, as you must have noticed above, in comparison to the preliminary exam. 

Tip 3 : Go through the exam pattern of Delhi Judicial Services

A candidate, while starting the preparation for their exams, must go through the exam pattern of the respective state, in this case, Delhi. Going through the exam pattern will help you understand the number of questions, the marking scheme, and the time duration, among other things. 

Tip 4 : Practice solving previous year’s question papers

Once the preparation has begun, a candidate must solve the previous year’s question papers while keeping track of time. Doing so will help the candidate with the initial exam anxiety and will also help in the proper allocation of time for each question while giving the actual exam. 

Tip 5 : Prepare question banks on your own

Preparing question banks on your own for all the major subjects and the local laws will definitely aid in the process of acing the exam. This will also help you revise the entire syllabus quickly and can also make you aware of any difficulties or problems you are facing in any specific subject. 

Tip 6 : Choose states that have a similar pattern

Lastly, it is always advisable that a candidate choose or appear for those exams that have a similar pattern. For instance, while preparing for the Delhi Judicial Services, you can also prepare for the Haryana Judicial Services.

Are there any tips one must follow while preparing notes for a journey to ace the Delhi Judicial Services Exam?

Yes, definitely; mentioned below are some of the tips to ace the Delhi Judicial Services Exam-

1. Note and keep revising all the legal essential legal terms that you come across during the preparation. You can also take a printout or write the information on a piece of paper and stick it on a wall, and keep revising the same thing every day once or twice.
2. Using attractive play cards is yet another interesting way to ace the Delhi Judicial Services Exam with a bit of fun.
3. Use colourful bookmarks, sticky notes, and highlighters for your notes to make them interesting and easy to read. Use different colours for different subjects.
4. Note down questions on each topic while studying a subject and ensure you thoroughly prepare for the same.

FAQs on Delhi Judiciary vacancies

How frequently are vacancies released for the Delhi Judiciary? 

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

How do I apply for the Delhi Judiciary vacancies? 

Generally, applications for the Delhi Judiciary vacancies are accepted online through the official website of the High Court. For Delhi, one has to visit delhihighcourt.nic.in. and register and follow the instructions given in the notice, as and when the vacancy notice is out. 

How many Delhi judicial Vacancies will be released in 2023?

The notice about the vacancies for the post of a judicial officer in Delhi has yet to be released. One must keep an eye on the official website (delhihighcourt.nic.in.) for further updates. 

What is the selection process for Delhi Judiciary vacancies? 

The selection process for the Delhi 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.

FAQs on Delhi Judiciary Exam eligibility criteria 

What is the eligibility criteria for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

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

1. He/she is a citizen of India and also has India’s citizenship.
2. He/she is below the age of 32 years (please note, this criterion is only for candidates belonging to the general category).
3. However, there is an age relaxation between 5 and 15 years for some individuals belonging to a specific category, as discussed below. 
4. He/she has a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised University/Institution.
5. His/her educational qualifications include:

1. Being an advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961;
2. Or the candidate is practising as an advocate in India.

FAQs on Delhi Judiciary Exam age criteria 

Is there an age limit for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

To understand the question better, kindly read the following points:

1. There is no minimum age limit for attempting the Delhi Judiciary Exam. 
2. However, a candidate must be under the age of 32 years (please note, this criterion is only for candidates belonging to the general category).
3. Moreover, there is an age relaxation between 5 to 15 years for some individuals belonging to a specific category.

Is there an upper age limit relaxation for some candidates appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

Yes, there is an upper age limit relaxation for some candidates appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam. 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 disability) category.

Is there an upper age limit relaxation for  Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

Yes, in case the candidates appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe, there is an upper age limit relaxation by 5 years. 

Is there an upper age limit relaxation for Ex-servicemen appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

Yes, there is an upper age limit relaxation for a maximum of 5 years for the Ex-Serviceman including Emergency Commissioned Officers and Short Service Commissioned Officers, who have provided at least 5 years of military service and have been released on completion of assignment instead of being dismissed on any grounds like that of misconduct or inefficiency or on account of physical disability that will deem them not capable of work. Further, this provision is also applicable to those candidates whose assignments will be completed within 6 months). 

Is there an upper age limit relaxation for Persons with disabilities (PwD) appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

Yes, there is an upper age limit relaxation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam. The relaxation shall be between 10-15 years, depending on the category the candidate belongs to. Let us have a look at the same. 

Is there an upper age limit relaxation for Persons with disabilities (PwD) belonging to the General Category appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

Yes, for General Category candidates with PwD, there would be a relaxation of up to 10 years. 

Is there an upper age limit relaxation for Persons with disabilities (PwD) belonging to the SC / ST, ie., the Reserved Category appearing for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

Yes, for general category candidates with PwD, there would be a relaxation of up to 15 years. 

FAQs on Delhi Judiciary Exam preparation 

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

Yes, definitely, yes! For a candidate to ace the Delhi 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 Delhi would assist a candidate in assessing the legal system and procedures followed in the courts in Delhi. 

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

No, not all states conduct the language test. There are only a few states that follow this process.

Are there any important subjects one must focus on to ace the Delhi 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 Delhi Judiciary Exam? 

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

1. Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958 
2. New Delhi Municipal Council Act, 1994 and
3. Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957.

FAQs on career, scope and pay scale in Delhi Judicial Services 

What are the career prospects when it comes to Delhi Judiciary? 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.

How much salary and allowances are paid to lower court judiciary judges? 

For a judge of the lower court, the salary ranges anywhere between INR 26,000 and 200,000.

The pay scale, or the Delhi Judicial Services Salary Structure 2023, for the selected candidates, is yet to be declared by the authority and is based on the 7th Pay Commission. The norms of the 7th Pay Commission follow the Pay Matrix Level to decide the salary of a particular post. It consists of the following-

1. grade pay, 
2. basic pay, and 
3. a pay band.

However, it is expected that the selected candidates will get a Delhi Judicial Services Salary ranging from a pay scale of INR 56,100 to 1,77,500 on average. 

Some common FAQs on Delhi Judicial Services Exam 

Can a practising lawyer apply for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam? 

Yes, a practising lawyer has the liberty to apply for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam as long as the eligibility criteria and the age limit are met (both discussed in detail above). 

Further, it must be noted that to appear for the Higher Judiciary Exam, the lawyer should have completed at least 7 years of practice as an advocate. 

What are some noteworthy pointers to consider while dealing with the process of enrolling for the Delhi Judiciary Exam?

The application forms will be made available on the official website (delhihighcourt.nic.in.) and aspirants who wish to appear for the exam must take care of the following things while filling the form-

1. Fill out the required form with proper information, 
2. Properly upload scanned passport-size photographs, 
3. Pay the requisite admission fees (discussed below), and 
4. Submit the form once all the necessary information is added. 
5. Always, always take a printout of the application for future reference. 
6. There is no need to forward a hard copy of the application to any authorities unless specified otherwise. 

Are there any limitations on the number of attempts for the Delhi Judicial Services Exam?

The number of attempts for the Judicial Services Exam varies from state to state. While some states in India do not have a limit on the number of attempts, in the Delhi Judicial Services Exam, a candidate has a total of 6 attempts. 

What should one check before selecting a judiciary course for acing the Delhi Judicial Services Exam?

A candidate must ensure that the coaching classes or online classes one is considering enrolling in have the necessary coaching for the local laws of Delhi along with the major subjects. Further, if a candidate decides to attempt other states, as well, he/she must ensure that help is provided for the same. 

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

Yes, a candidate can do numerous internships even when he/she is aspiring to be a judge. One 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 long will it take me to prepare?

Well, there is no straight jacket formula to answer the question, but it is advised that a candidate start his preparation in law school itself.  Ideally, as per industrialist experts, the following timeline is the most suitable-

Five-year course

Ideally, for a five-year course student, the ideal time to start the judicial preparation is in 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. 

As stated above, there cannot be the same duration for every candidate. The success rate depends on the candidate’s level of understanding, ability to interpret laws, and knowledge in the field of law. 

Word of advice:  In any year of law school, ensure that you, as a candidate, focus on academia as well as current affairs and the current legal affairs. 

How many mock tests should I practise for the preliminary examination, and where do I get them?

One can practise numerous mock tests for the preliminary examination; as they say, the more, the merrier! One can get the mock tests online or also buy books on the same, which are available in abundance in the market. 

Words of motivation

It is never too early or too late to start on anything you are passionate about, be it the judiciary or the higher judicial services! Further, no one can know you better than you do and tell you what you need to work on or which skills you need to enhance further. This career path may not be as easy as ABC, but it is the same in other fields. It won’t be easy, but it will definitely be worth it. All the best!