Last Updated: May 2026
Gujarat Judicial Services 2026 — overview
For aspirants preparing Gujarat Judicial Services 2026 (Civil Judge Class-II), the High Court of Gujarat conducts the exam under the Gujarat Judicial Service Rules. Candidates compete for ~120-150 vacancies typically released annually, with three stages — Preliminary, Mains, and Viva-Voce.
Quick Facts — Gujarat Civil Judge Class-II
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | High Court of Gujarat |
| Post | Civil Judge Class-II |
| Vacancies (recent) | ~120-150 annually |
| Stages | Preliminary + Mains + Viva-Voce |
| Pay Scale (entry) | ₹77,840 (Junior Civil Judge entry pay) per Second National Judicial Pay Commission |
| Total CTC (after allowances) | ~₹95,000–₹1,10,000/month |
| Age Limit | 21–35 (relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/Women per Gujarat rules) |
| Educational Qualification | LLB from a recognised university; enrolled as Advocate (or qualified for enrolment) |
| Domicile Requirement | Gujarat domicile preferred; certain vacancies open to non-domicile |
Eligibility
- LLB (3-year or 5-year integrated) from a recognised university
- Enrolment with Bar Council, OR ability to enrol after selection
- Working knowledge of Gujarati (reading + writing) — tested separately
- Age limit: 21-35 (35-40 for reserved categories per Gujarat rules)
Exam Pattern
Stage 1 — Preliminary (Objective)
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Number of Questions | 100 MCQs |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Negative Marking | 0.33 per wrong answer |
| Qualifying % | 50% (45% for SC/ST/SEBC) |
Stage 2 — Mains (Descriptive)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | English Language | 100 | 3 hrs |
| Paper II | Gujarati Language | 100 | 3 hrs |
| Paper III | Civil Substantive + Procedural Laws | 100 | 3 hrs |
| Paper IV | Criminal Substantive + Procedural Laws | 100 | 3 hrs |
| Paper V | Constitution + General Laws | 100 | 3 hrs |
Stage 3 — Viva Voce
50 marks. Tests legal knowledge, current affairs, personality and judicial temperament.
Syllabus Highlights
Paper III — Civil Laws
- Code of Civil Procedure 1908 (CPC)
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 (BSA, replacing Indian Evidence Act)
- Indian Contract Act 1872
- Specific Relief Act 1963
- Transfer of Property Act 1882
- Limitation Act 1963
- Hindu Law / Mohammedan Law
- Negotiable Instruments Act 1881
- Gujarat-specific: Gujarat Rent Act, Gujarat Tenancy Acts, Bombay Land Revenue Code
Paper IV — Criminal Laws
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 (BNS, replacing IPC)
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023 (BNSS, replacing CrPC)
- Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 (BSA)
- Negotiable Instruments Act § 138 (cheque dishonour)
- NDPS Act 1985, POCSO 2012, Domestic Violence Act 2005
Paper V — Constitution and General Laws
- Constitution of India — Fundamental Rights, DPSP, Federal Structure, Articles 14-32
- Specific Relief Act, Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996
- Information Technology Act 2000, Consumer Protection Act 2019
- Gujarat-specific: Gujarat State Reorganisation Act, Gujarat State Service Rules
Recommended Books
| Subject | Author / Publisher |
|---|---|
| BNS Bare Act + Commentary | Universal LexisNexis / KD Gaur |
| BNSS Bare Act | Universal LexisNexis |
| BSA Bare Act + Commentary | Avtar Singh / R.V. Kelkar transition |
| CPC | C.K. Takwani / Mulla |
| Constitution | M. P. Jain / V. N. Shukla |
| Contract Act | Avtar Singh |
| TPA | Mulla / G.P. Singh |
| Gujarati Language | State Board Class 10–12 textbooks |
| Current Affairs | Manorama Yearbook + monthly LiveLaw / Bar & Bench digest |
8-Month Preparation Strategy
- Months 1-2: Bare-act mastery — BNS, BNSS, BSA. Read sections + landmark cases.
- Month 3: CPC, Contract Act, TPA. Make section-wise condensed notes.
- Month 4: Constitution + special laws. Build a 30-page condensed compendium.
- Month 5: Gujarati language drills + state-specific laws (Gujarat Rent Act, Tenancy laws).
- Month 6: Mains answer-writing practice — 5 questions/day. Get peer or mentor evaluation.
- Month 7: Mock prelims (4) + mock mains (2). Time-bound writing practice.
- Month 8: Revision cycle. Re-read all condensed notes 3× in last 30 days. No new content.
Salary and Career Trajectory
- Civil Judge Class-II (entry): ₹77,840 basic + DA + HRA = ~₹95,000-1,10,000/month
- Senior Civil Judge: ₹85,400 basic + allowances
- District Judge: ₹1,44,840 entry; rising to ₹2,24,100
- High Court Judge: ₹2,50,000 (constitutional position)
- Free government accommodation, medical benefits, vehicle & allowances at higher tiers
FAQ
Do I need Gujarati to clear Gujarat Judicial Services?
Yes — Paper II (Gujarati Language, 100 marks) is qualifying. Working knowledge of reading and writing Gujarati is essential. Many non-domicile candidates struggle here.
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Is BNS replacing IPC in Gujarat Judicial syllabus?
Yes — since 1 July 2024 BNS, BNSS and BSA replaced IPC, CrPC and Indian Evidence Act. Aspirants must learn the new criminal laws and transition mapping.
Is there negative marking in Gujarat Civil Judge Prelims?
Yes — 0.33 marks deducted per wrong answer. Strategic skipping of unsure questions is essential.
What is the salary of a Civil Judge Class-II in Gujarat 2026?
~₹77,840 basic + DA, HRA and other allowances. Total monthly take-home is ~₹95,000-₹1,10,000 + free accommodation in many districts.
