UP PCS(J)
Comprehensive Overview of the UP PCS (J) 2026 Revised Syllabus
Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
Prelims |
Paper 1 (General Knowledge) | History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs, Science and Technology, Indian Economy, Social Relevance | 150 | 2 Hours |
Paper 2 (Law) | Indian Constitution, Contract Law, Evidence Act, IPC, CPC, CrPC, Transfer of Property Act, International Law | 300 | 2 Hours |
Mains |
Paper 1 (General Knowledge) | History, Geography, Polity, Current Affairs, Science, Indian Economy, Social Relevance | 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 2 (English Language) | Essay Writing, Précis Writing, Translation (Hindi to English) | 100 | 3 Hours |
Paper 3 (Hindi Language) | Essay Writing, Précis Writing, Translation (English to Hindi) | 100 | 3 Hours |
Paper 4 (Law I – Substantive Law) | Law of Contracts, Partnership, Easements, Torts, Transfer of Property, Principles of Equity, Trust, Hindu & Mohammedan Law, Constitutional Law | 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 5 (Law II – Procedure and Evidence) | Law of Evidence, Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), Civil Procedure Code (CPC), Pleading, Framing of Charges, Judgment Writing | 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 6 (Law III – Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws) | IPC, UP Revenue Code, UP Urban Building Act, UP Municipalities Act, UP Panchayat Raj Act, Local Laws | 200 | 3 Hours |
Interview |
| Legal aptitude, personality, communication skills, ethics | 100 | 30-60 mins |
UP PCS (J) Syllabus 2026 (for Prelims): Paper- 1
The prelims stage of UP Judiciary Exam consists of two objective-type papers: General Knowledge and Law. This stage is a qualifying round designed to test the candidates’ knowledge in general awareness and legal aptitude.
Mode of Exam | Objective (Multiple Choice Questions) |
Number of Papers | 2 |
| Paper 1: General Knowledge (150 Marks, 2 hours) Paper 2: Law (300 Marks, 2 hours) |
Total Marks | 450 |
Duration | 4 hours in total (2 hours/paper) |
Negative Marking | 1/3rd mark deduction for every wrong answer (-0.33) |
The full syllabus of UP PCS J prelims exam:
GK Paper Syllabus
The General Knowledge paper covers a wide range of topics related to Indian history, geography, polity, economy, current issues, and social relevance.
Here are the topics covered in the UP PCS J Syllabus of GK:
History of India and Indian Culture
Geography of India
Indian Polity
India and the World
Indian Economy
International Affairs and Institutions
Developments in Science, Technology, Communications, and Space
Current National Issues and Social Relevance:
Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
Pre-Conception and Prenatal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994
Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
Law Paper Syllabus: Paper- 2
The Law paper in the UP judiciary new syllabus focuses on important legal topics and legislation. Topics include:
Jurisprudence
International Organizations
Current International Affairs
Indian Constitution
Transfer of Property Act
Indian Evidence Act
Indian Penal Code (IPC)
Civil Procedure Code (CPC)
Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)
Contract Act
UP PCS (J) Syllabus for Mains- 2026
The UP Judiciary Mains syllabus consists of six papers that test candidates on general knowledge, language skills, and various branches of law. It carries a total of 1000 marks and includes the following:
Paper | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
Paper 1 (GK) | History Geography Polity Current Affairs Science Indian Economy Social Relevance
| 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 2 (English) | | 100 | 3 Hours |
Paper 3 (Hindi) | | 100 | 3 Hours |
Paper 4 (Law I) | Contract Partnership Torts Property Hindu Law Constitutional Law
| 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 5 (Law II) | | 200 | 3 Hours |
Paper 6 (Law III) | Penal Revenue Local Laws (IPC, UP Revenue Code, Local Laws, Municipalities, Panchayat Raj)
| 200 | 3 Hours |
The latest syllabus for UP PCS (J) mains exam:
Paper I: General Knowledge (200 Marks)
The General Knowledge paper includes topics covering Indian history, polity, and current issues, along with international affairs. Topics are:
History of India and Indian Culture
Geography of India
Indian Polity
India and the World
Indian Economy
International Affairs and Institutions
Developments in Science, Technology, Communications, and Space
Current National Issues and topics of social relevance, including:
Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
Pre-Conception and Pre-natal Diagnostic Techniques Act, 1994
Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012
Paper II: English Language (100 Marks)
This paper tests candidates’ proficiency in the English language through:
Translation of Passage from Hindi to English: 20 Marks
Paper III: Hindi Language (100 Marks)
This paper evaluates candidates’ proficiency in the Hindi language through:
Paper IV: Law – I (Substantive Law) (200 Marks)
This paper covers substantive laws, which include:
Paper V: Law – II (Procedure and Evidence Law) (200 Marks)
This paper is designed to test the practical application of legal procedures and evidence law. Key topics include:
Law of Evidence (Indian Evidence Act, 1872)
Code of Civil Procedure (CPC, 1908)
Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC, 1973)
Principles of Pleading:
Framing of charges and issues
Methods of dealing with evidence and witnesses
Writing judgments and conducting cases
Paper VI: Law – III (Penal, Revenue, and Local Laws) (200 Marks)
This paper focuses on penal, revenue, and local laws, and includes:
Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
Uttar Pradesh Revenue Code, 2006
Uttar Pradesh Urban Building (Regulation of Letting, Rent, and Eviction) Act, 1972
Uttar Pradesh Regulation of Urban Premises Tenancy Act, 2021
Uttar Pradesh Municipalities Act, 1916
U.P. Panchayat Raj Act, 1947
U.P. Consolidation of Holdings Act, 1953
Uttar Pradesh Urban (Planning and Development) Act, 1973
Note:
UP PCS J Syllabus 2026 (for Interview)
The Interview stage, carrying 100 marks, is the final step in the UP Judiciary selection process. This stage assesses the overall suitability of candidates for the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service, focusing not only on legal knowledge but also on important personal attributes.
The interview panel evaluates candidates based on their:
Merit: The candidate’s legal knowledge and expertise.
Ability: The capacity to apply legal principles in practical situations.
Character and Personality: Professional ethics, communication skills, and demeanor.
Physique: General health and fitness required for judicial roles.
The marks from the Interview are added to the total marks scored in the written exams. The final ranking of candidates is determined by the combined score of both the written papers and the interview.
It’s important to note that the commission may not call candidates for an interview if their performance in the Law Papers does not meet the required standard.