Kerala Judicial Service Examination - 2025
The High Court of Kerala invites online applications for the Civil Judge (Junior Division) post in the Kerala Judicial Service. Applications are accepted through Online mode from the official recruitment portal.
Vacancies
NCA Vacancies
Recruitment No.
Category
Number of Vacancies
Eligibility
1/2025
Scheduled Tribes
1
ST/SC candidates in Kerala
2/2025
Scheduled Tribes
2
ST/SC candidates in Kerala
3/2025
Scheduled Tribes, Muslims
1 (ST), 1 (Muslim)
ST/SC or Non-Creamy Layer Muslims
Regular Vacancies
Total Vacancies
Reserved for PwBD
12 (Probable)
1
Method of Recruitment: Direct recruitment & Recruitment by Transfer
Selection Process
Preliminary Exam: Objective-type screening test (100 questions, 200 marks, 2.5 hours)
Main Exam: Written test (4 papers, 100 marks each) and viva-voce (50 marks)
Final Selection: Based on Main Exam and Viva-Voce scores
Eligibility Criteria
For Direct Recruitment:
● Age Limit: Below 35 years (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen)
● Education: Law degree recognized by the Bar Council of India
● Character & Health: Good character and sound health
For Recruitment by Transfer:
● Age Limit: Below 54 years
● Education: Law degree
● Eligible Officers: Includes Assistant Public Prosecutors, Sheristadars, Law Department Officers, etc.
Exam Scheme & Syllabus
Preliminary Exam Syllabus
Section
Subjects Covered
Part A
- Code of Civil Procedure
- Indian Contract Act
- Negotiable Instruments Act
- Transfer of Property Act
- Specific Relief Act
- Kerala Building (Lease and Rent Control) Act |
| Part B | - Code of Criminal Procedure- Indian Penal Code- Indian Evidence Act | | Part C | - Constitution of India- Legal General Knowledge- Reasoning and Mental Ability |
Main Exam Syllabus
Paper
Subjects Covered
Paper I
- English Grammar
- Two General Essays
- Translation of Malayalam Depositions/Documents to English and vice-versa
- Precis Writing |
| Paper II | Part A:- Indian Contract Act- Transfer of Property Act- Limitation Act- Specific Relief Act- Easements Act- Kerala Building (Lease and Rent Control) Act- Hindu Succession Act- Indian Succession Act (Parts V, VI & X)- Dissolution of Muslim Marriage ActPart B:- Kerala Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act- Kerala Stamp Act- Kerala State Legal Services Authorities Act- Kerala Panchayath Raj Act (Chapters X, XI, XXIA & XXIII)- Kerala Municipality Act (Chapters IX, X, XXIV & XXV)- Negotiable Instruments Act (excluding Chapter XVII)- Registration Act | | Paper III | Part A:- Indian Penal Code- Indian Evidence Act- Abkari Act- Negotiable Instruments Act (Chapter XVII)- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence ActPart B:- Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act- Kerala Police Act- Probation of Offenders Act- Forest Act- NDPS Act (provisions related to bail and trial by Magistrates) | | Paper IV |
Part A:- Code of Civil Procedure- Civil Rules of Practice- Kerala Civil Courts Act- Orders in Interlocutory Applications, Framing of Issues, Judgment Writing (Civil)Part B:- Code of Criminal Procedure- Criminal Rules of Practice- Framing of Charges, Orders in Criminal Miscellaneous Petitions, Judgment Writing (Criminal)
Application Process
Registration: Register at https://hckrecruitment.keralacourts.in
Upload Documents: Ensure the photo and signature meet guidelines
Application Fee:
Category
Fee
SC/ST/PwBD
Nil
Others
Rs. 1250/-
Payment Mode: Online or offline (via SBI challan)
Download Admit Card: Available 3 weeks before exam
Important Dates
Event
Date
Application Start
03.02.2025
Application Deadline
25.02.2025
Offline Fee Payment Start
03.03.2025
Offline Fee Payment Deadline
10.03.2025
Preliminary Exam (Tentative)
18.05.2025
Additional Information
● Training: Selected candidates undergo 1-2 years of training at Kerala Judicial Academy.
● Probation: 2 years within a continuous 3-year period.
● Pre-Exam Training: Free training for SC/ST candidates qualifying for the Main Exam.
● Helpline: Call 0484-2562235 (Mon-Fri, 10 AM - 4:30 PM) for queries.
Interested candidates must ensure eligibility and apply within the given timeline. The Kerala Judicial Service offers a promising career in the judiciary, and this is an excellent opportunity to be part of it.