The MP Civil Judge Exam 2024, conducted by the Madhya Pradesh High Court, is held to recruit candidates for the position of Civil Judge in the state judiciary. The exam follows a structure similar to other state judiciary exams with multiple stages.

1. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university in India.
Age Limit:
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 35 years (relaxation in the upper age limit is provided for reserved categories).

2. Selection Process

The MP Civil Judge Exam is conducted in three stages:

Preliminary Exam: Objective-type questions.
Mains Exam: Descriptive-type questions.
Interview: Personality assessment.

Preliminary Exam

Exam Pattern:
- The Preliminary Exam is an objective-type test.
- The syllabus includes:
  - Constitution of India
  - Code of Civil Procedure (CPC)
  - Transfer of Property Act
  - Contract Act
  - Indian Penal Code (IPC)/BNS
  - Indian Evidence Act/BSA
  - Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)/BNNS
  - MP Land Revenue Code
  - General Knowledge, English, Basic Computer Knowledge
- Total Marks: 150
- Candidates who clear this stage will be eligible for the Mains exam.

Mains Exam

The Mains exam consists of four descriptive papers:
- Constitutional Law, Civil Procedure, Criminal Law
- Writing Skills (essay, précis writing)
- Judgment/Order Writing (important for Mains)
- Language Proficiency (English and Hindi)
The Mains requires in-depth knowledge of law and strong writing skills.

Interview

The final stage involves an interview to assess the candidate’s overall knowledge, reasoning abilities, communication skills, and suitability for the judiciary.
Marks from both the Mains and Interview will determine the final selection.

3. Application Process

Online Application: Applications can be submitted online through the official website of the MP High Court when the notification for the exam is released.
Application Fee: The fee structure varies for different categories and can be paid online.

4. Preparation Strategy

Legal Knowledge: Focus on key areas like Civil Law, Criminal Law, and Constitutional Law.
Judgment Writing: Practice writing clear, structured judgments as it’s a crucial part of the Mains.
Mock Tests: Regular MP civil judge test series for both Prelims and Mains will help with time management and identifying weak areas. Practice Judiciary Mock Test Series online at Star Mock Test.
General Knowledge: Stay updated with current legal trends, national and international affairs, and Madhya Pradesh state-specific knowledge.

5. Important Dates for 2024

The exam dates will be officially announced in the MP High Court notification. Typically, the notification is released in the first half of the year, with Prelims scheduled in mid-year and the Mains following thereafter.

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