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    Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims & Mains): Passing Marks
    • Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims & Mains): Passing Marks

    Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims & Mains): Passing Marks

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    Isha GargUpdated on 28 Sep 2026, 04:48 PM IST
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    The Chhattisgarh Judicial exam pattern 2026 consists of 3 stages: prelims, mains, and viva-voce. The preliminary exam is a qualifying screening test used to shortlist candidates for the mains. Prelims marks are not added to the final merit score. The final merit is based on the mains and viva-voce marks. The prelims have 100 MCQs for 100 marks and a duration of 2 hours. The mains exam consists of four descriptive papers carrying a total of 400 marks, with each paper having a duration of 3 hours. The viva-voce carries 25 marks. The Chhattisgarh Judicial Service exam 2026 is conducted by the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC).

    Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims & Mains): Passing Marks
    Chhattisgarh Judicial Exam Pattern 2026

    Chhattisgarh Judiciary Exam Pattern 2026 - Overview

    ParticularsDetails
    Conducting bodyChhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC)
    PostCivil Judge (Junior Division)
    Selection stagesPrelims (screening), Mains (written), and Viva-Voce (interview)
    Prelims exam pattern100 objective questions, 100 marks, 2 hours
    Mains exam pattern4 descriptive papers, 400 marks, 3 hours each
    Mains Paper 1Civil Law - 100 marks
    Mains Paper 2Criminal Law - 100 marks
    Mains Paper 3Language, Social, Legal Perspective & Translation - 100 marks
    Mains Paper 4Judgment Writing - 100 marks
    Mains shortlistCandidates up to 10 times the number of vacancies, based on Prelims performance
    Viva-Voce25 marks
    Viva qualifying marks

    33% (UR), 25% (SC/ST/OBC)

    Final merit

    Marks obtained in mains and viva-voce only (prelims is qualifying)


    Chhattisgarh Judiciary Prelims Exam Pattern 2026

    The prelims paper has 100 objective-type questions worth 100 marks. The time allotted for the candidates to complete the paper is 2 hours. Each question has four options, of which one is correct. The question paper is available in Hindi and English.

    The prelims are a screening test, meaning it is only used to shortlist candidates for the mains. Prelims marks are not counted for the final merit list. CGPSC shortlists candidates for mains in the ratio of 1:10 based on the number of vacancies. Candidates whose score ties with the last shortlisted candidate are also considered in the merit list.

    Chhattisgarh Judiciary Mains Exam Pattern 2026

    PaperSubjectMarksDuration
    Paper 1Civil Law1003 hours
    Paper 2Criminal Law1003 hours
    Paper 3Language, Social, Legal Perspective & Translation1003 hours
    Paper 4Judgment Writing1003 hours
    Total
    400
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    The main examination is divided into four descriptive papers, each carrying 100 marks and having a duration of three hours. Candidates qualifying for the Mains are shortlisted based on the revised 1:10 ratio of vacancies.

    Chhattisgarh Judiciary Viva-Voce Exam Pattern 2026

    Candidates who qualify the Mains are called for the Chhattisgarh Judiciary viva-voce 2026. The list of shortlisted candidates is prepared in the ratio of 1:3 based on the number of vacancies.

    The interview carries 25 marks, increased from 15 marks under the previous pattern. The minimum is 25% for SC, ST and OBC candidates. A candidate who remains absent from the viva-voce is disqualified from the selection process. The final merit is prepared using the marks obtained in the Mains and Viva-Voce, while Prelims marks are not counted towards final merit.

    CGPSC Judiciary 2026: Passing Marks

    Exam stage

    Unreserved (UR) category pass marks

    Reserved categories (SC / ST / OBC) pass marks

    Prelims

    33% (33 out of 100 Marks)

    25% (25 out of 100 Marks)

    Mains

    No fixed minimum pass mark

    No fixed minimum pass mark

    Viva-voce

    33% (4.95 out of 15 Marks)

    25% (3.75 out of 15 Marks)

    Recommended CGPSC Judiciary Books 2026

    • Bare Acts for all prescribed laws

    • C.K. Takwani, Civil Procedure

    • D.D. Basu, Introduction to the Constitution of India

    • V.N. Shukla, Constitutional Law of India

    • Dr Hari Singh Gour, The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

    • Updated BNS, BNSS and BSA Bare Acts

    • Chhattisgarh-specific law books and notes for state laws

    • Upkar Publications, Chhattisgarh Comprehensive Guide

    • Justice S.U. Khan, A Practical Approach to Judgment Writing

    • Hindi-English legal translation books for translation practice

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the new Civil Judge practice requirement from 2027?
    A:

    Candidates will need one year of legal practice to apply for Civil Judge recruitment notified from April 1, 2027.

    Q: What are the passing marks for Chhattisgarh Judiciary interview (viva-voce)?
    A:

    The interview carries 15 marks. UR candidates need 33%, while SC, ST and OBC candidates need 25% marks in the viva voce (interview).

    Q: What is the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Prelims exam pattern 2026?
    A:

    The Prelims has 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks. The exam duration is 2 hours.

    Q: Is the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Prelims qualifying?
    A:

    Yes. It is a screening test used to shortlist candidates for the Mains. Prelims marks are not added to the final merit.

    Q: What is the Chhattisgarh Judiciary Mains exam pattern 2026?
    A:

    The Mains is a descriptive exam for 100 marks. It includes civil and criminal judgment writing, issue and charge framing, and translation.

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