| Advertisement No.: 31/12-2024 |
| Application Deadline: January 5, 2025 |
| Document Submission Deadline: January 13, 2025 |
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) invites Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for the post of Civil Judge under the Department of Home, Himachal Pradesh. Eligible candidates will be selected through the H.P. Judicial Service Competitive Examination-2024.
Key Details:
Vacancies and Pay Scale:
- Total Posts: 21
- Unreserved: 11 (including 9 anticipated posts)
- SC: 3
- ST: 3
- OBC: 4 (including 1 anticipated post)
- Pay Scale: Level J-1 (₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Citizenship: Indian.
- Educational Qualification: Degree in Law recognized by the Bar Council of India (as of January 5, 2025).
- Age: 22–35 years as of January 5, 2025 (relaxation of 3 years for SC/ST/OBC categories).
Desirable Qualification:
- Knowledge of the customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for work in local conditions.
Application Process:
- Online Submission:
Applications must be submitted via the HPPSC official website (www.hppsc.hp.gov.in).- Deadline: January 5, 2025 (11:59 PM).
- Upload required documents on the One Time Registration System (OTRS) portal.
- Offline Submission:
Hard copies of online applications, along with requisite documents, must be sent to:
Secretary, HPPSC, Nigam Vihar, Shimla – 171002.- Deadline: January 13, 2025.
Examination Fees:
- General and Reserved Categories from Other States: ₹600
- SC/ST/OBC of Himachal Pradesh: ₹150
- Female and Ex-Servicemen Candidates: No Fee
Mode of Payment: Online via debit/credit card, UPI, or other digital options.
Selection Process and Syllabus:
Preliminary Examination (Objective Type):
Date: March 2, 2025
- Subjects:
- Civil Law-I: Code of Civil Procedure, Indian Evidence Act, Indian Stamp Act, Himachal Pradesh Courts Act, 1976, and Specific Relief Act.
- Civil Law-II: Indian Contract Act, Hindu Law, Indian Limitation Act, Transfer of Property Act, and Himachal Pradesh Urban Rent Control Act.
- Criminal Law: Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Negotiable Instruments Act (Sections 138–143), H.P. Excise Act-2011, Wild Life Protection Act, Indian Forest Act, and judicial sensitivity to sexual offences (special topics listed under Main Exam syllabus).
Note: Each paper will consist of 50 multiple-choice questions, two marks each, with no negative marking.
Main Examination (Narrative Type):
Tentative Date: Last week of March 2025
- Subjects and Marks Distribution:
| Paper | Subjects | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Civil Law-I: Topics as per Preliminary Examination syllabus. | 200 |
| Paper-II | Civil Law-II: Topics as per Preliminary Examination syllabus. | 200 |
| Paper-III |
|
200 |
| Paper-IV | English Composition: Essay Writing (100 marks), Hindi Passage Translation to English (50 marks). | 150 |
| Paper-V | Hindi Composition: Hindi Passage Translation to English (30 marks), Essay (50 marks), Composition (20 marks). | 100 |
- Qualifying Criteria:
- Minimum 40% in each paper (33% in Hindi).
- Aggregate 45% across all papers.
Viva-Voce:
Candidates securing at least 45% marks in Viva-Voce (150 marks) will qualify for final selection.
Important Documents:
- Matriculation certificate for age proof.
- Law degree certificate and mark sheets.
- Himachal Bonafide and caste certificates (if applicable).
- Character certificates from two individuals.
Other Instructions:
- Candidates must adhere to eligibility criteria and instructions provided on the HPPSC website.
- Admit cards will only be available online.
For further queries, contact HPPSC at Toll-Free: 1800-180-8004 or email at hppsc shimla@msn.com.
For detailed information, visit the official HPPSC website.
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