JKPSC To Fill 42 Vacancies In Subordinate Judiciary, Apply Online Now

The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) will close the online application process for filling up 42 Civil Judge (Junior Division) posts in the Subordinate Judiciary against Notification No. 07-PSC (DR-P) of 2025 on 25 June 2025. Candidates domiciled in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and residents of Ladakh (for ST-1 category) are eligible to apply online through Official website of JKPSC (www.jkpsc.nic.in).

The application process begins on 19 May 2025, and the last date to apply online is 25 June 2025 (Date Extended). The selection will be based on a four-stage process: Preliminary Test, Main Exam, Viva Voce, and Physical Fitness Test. Interested candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility requirements including domicile, educational qualifications, and age criteria.

Important Dates:
The registration process for JKPSC Civil Judge posts begins on 19 May 2025.

Notification Date: 14 May 2025.
Start Date of Application: 19 May 2025.
Last Date of Application: 18 June 2025 25-06-2025
Application Edit Window: 26 June to 28 June 2025 (up to 11:59 PM).

Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill 42 vacancies.

Post Name: Civil Judge (Junior Division)
No. of Posts: 42
Pay Level: J-1 (₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520)

Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.

Educational Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized University in India
OR
– Barrister of England or Northern Ireland or a member of the Faculty of Advocates in Scotland or other equivalent degree recognized by the Government of India

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025):
– Minimum: 18 years
– Maximum: 35 years

Domicile Requirement:
– Must be a domicile of Jammu & Kashmir or a resident of UT of Ladakh (for ST-1 category)
– Valid certificate required from competent authority

How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria must apply online via the official JKPSC portal: http://www.jkpsc.nic.in.

Steps:
– Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
– Fill online application and upload required documents
– Submit and pay fee online before the deadline

Documents Required:
– Date of Birth Certificate (Matric)
– Domicile/Residence Certificate
– Bachelor’s Degree in Law
– Reserved Category Certificate (if applicable)

Application Fee:
– General Category: ₹1200
– Reserved Category: ₹700
– PHC Candidates: Nil
Fee must be paid online after submitting the application form.

Selection Process:
Selection will be conducted in four stages:

1. Preliminary Test (Objective type, 2 papers – 225 marks each)
2. Main Exam (Compulsory and Optional papers – 100 marks each)
3. Viva Voce (140 marks)
4. Physical Fitness Test

– Preliminary test marks used only for shortlisting
– Main Exam and Viva Voce used for final merit
– Final selection based on aggregate scores and medical fitness clearance

How to Apply:
Candidates who wish to apply must download the official notification PDF. The official notification of JKPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2025 includes full details on eligibility, pay scale, exam pattern, and category-wise reservations.
Official Notification PDF