The Rajasthan Judicial Services (RJS) Examination for 2025 is a comprehensive multi-stage recruitment process, consisting of a Preliminary Examination, a Main Examination, and an Interview. Below is a clear and detailed explanation of each stage, followed by the syllabus to help candidates understand the requirements.
1. Examination Stages
The recruitment process for the position of Civil Judge is structured into three major stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Main Examination (Subjective Type)
- Interview (Viva-Voce)
Important Notes:
- The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination will not be counted for the final merit.
- 15 times the vacancies (category-wise) will be shortlisted from the Preliminary Examination to appear for the Main Examination. However, in case of a tie on the last cut-off, all candidates with the same marks will be admitted.
- Candidates must secure a minimum percentage in the Preliminary Examination to qualify for the Main Examination:
- SC/ST/PWD/Ex-servicemen: 40% in Prelims.
- Other categories: 45% in Prelims.
2. Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Examination is a 2-hour objective type paper with 100 questions, totaling 100 marks. The examination tests candidates on both Law and Language Proficiency (English and Hindi). There is no negative marking for wrong answers.
- Weightage:
- 70% weightage will be given to the subjects prescribed in syllabus for Law Paper-I and Law Paper-ll, prescribed in the Main Examination syllabus.
- 30% of the questions assess proficiency in Hindi and English language.
The Preliminary Exam syllabus includes:
- Law: Same as the syllabus for Law Paper-I and Law Paper-II in the Main Examination.
- English Proficiency:
- Tenses
- Articles and Determiners
- Phrasal Verbs and Idioms
- Active & Passive Voice
- Co-ordination & Subordination
- Direct & Indirect Speech
- Modals Expressing Various Concepts, including – (Obligation, Request, Permission, Prohibition, Intention, Condition, Probability, Possibility, Purpose, Reason, Companions, Contrast)
- Antonyms and Synonyms.
Hindi Proficiency:
- शब्द रचना: संधि एवं संधि विच्छेद, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
- शब्द प्रकार:
(क) तत्सम, अर्धतत्सम, तद्भव, देशज, विदेशज
(ख) संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, अव्यय (क्रिया विशेषण, संबंध सूचक, विस्मयादिबोधक, निपात) - शब्द ज्ञान: पर्यायवाची, विलोम, शब्द युग्मों का अर्थ भेद, वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द, समश्रुत भिन्नार्थक शब्द, समानार्थी शब्दों का विवेक, उपयुक्त शब्द चयन, संबंधवाची शब्दावली
- शब्द शुद्धि
- व्याकरणिक कोटियाँ: कारक, लिंग, वचन, पुरुष, काल, विधि (Mood), पक्ष (Aspect), वाच्य (Voice)
- वाक्य रचना, वाक्य शुद्धि, विराम चिह्नों का प्रयोग
- मुहावरे/लोकोक्तियाँ
- पारिभाषिक शब्दावली: प्रशासनिक, विधिक (विशेषतः)
3. Main Examination
The Main Examination is subjective and consists of three papers:
- Law Paper-I
- Law Paper-II
- Language Paper (Hindi and English Essays)
| LAW | Law Paper-I (Civil Law) | 100 Marks | 3 hours |
| LAW | Law Paper-II (Criminal Law) | 100 Marks | 3 hours |
| LANGUAGE | Paper-I (Hindi Essay) | 50 Marks | 2 hours |
| LANGUAGE | Paper-II (English Essay) | 50 Marks | 2 hours |
| Interview | Personal Interview | 35 Marks |
Syllabus for Law Paper-I:
This paper covers Civil Law subjects, including:
- Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), 1908
- Indian Contract Act, 1872
- The Constitution of India
- Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- Limitation Act, 1963
- Specific Relief Act, 1963
- Transfer of Property Act, 1882
- The Rajasthan Rent Control Act, 2001
- The Interpretation of Statutes
- Hindu Laws: Hindu Marriage Act, 1955; Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956; Hindu Succession Act, 1956; Hindu Minority & Guardianship Act, 1956
- Rajasthan Court Fees & Suits Valuation Act, 1961
- Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956
- Partnership Act, 1932
- Sale of Goods Act, 1930
- The Registration Act, 1908
- Mohammedan Law (Relating to Marriage, Divorce, Succession, Maintenance & Adoption)
- Order/Judgment Writing
Syllabus for Law Paper-II:
This paper focuses on Criminal Law and Procedural Law:
- Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973
- The Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
- Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
- The Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, 2023 (Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita)
- Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023,
- Indian Evidence Act, 1872
- The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
- The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
- Probation of Offenders Act, 1958
- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
- Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
- Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012
- Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
- Rajasthan Excise Act, 1950
- The Information Technology Act, 2000
- Framing of Charge and Judgment Writing
Syllabus for Language Paper:
The Language Paper consists of two sections:
- Hindi Essay: Candidates will write an essay in Hindi.
- English Essay: Candidates will write an essay in English.
4. Interview (Viva-Voce)
The Interview assesses candidates on their personality, general knowledge, current affairs, and suitability for the judicial service. Candidates will also be evaluated on their proficiency in Rajasthani dialects and their knowledge of social customs of Rajasthan.
The interview is intended to gauge the candidate’s overall personality and their understanding of societal issues, including contemporary challenges.
5. Final Merit List
The final merit list is prepared based on the aggregate marks from the Main Examination and the Interview. In case of a tie in aggregate marks, the following tie-breaking procedure will be followed:
- Higher marks in Interview will be the deciding factor.
- Age: If the Interview marks are also tied, preference will be given to the older candidate.
Minimum Marks for Appointment:
- SC/ST/PWD candidates: Minimum 35% in Written Exam + Interview.
- Ex-servicemen candidates: Minimum 35% in Written Exam + Interview.
- Other candidates: Minimum 40% in Written Exam + Interview.
Summary of Important Points:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective-type paper on Law (70%) and Language Proficiency (30%).
- Main Examination: Subjective papers on Law (Civil and Criminal) and Language (Hindi & English essays).
- Interview: Personality, general knowledge, and proficiency in Rajasthani dialects.
- Final Selection: Based on the aggregate marks in the Main Examination and Interview.
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