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Judicial services (become a civil judge or magistrate)
Government job
State judicial service exams select civil judges after LL.B. Each state conducts its own exam with prelims, mains and interview.
Who can join
LL.B. degree; some states need enrolment or practice experience. Check the state notice.
Courses and options inside this path
- Civil Judge (Junior Division)
- Judicial Magistrate
Entrance exams and entry routes
- State judicial service exam (check your state's commission)
What you can do after this
- Judge in district courts
- Promotion in the judiciary
Next steps
- Read the latest official notification: eligibility, age limit, selection steps and dates.
- Start preparing early with the official syllabus and previous question papers.
- Keep documents ready (marksheets, category and domicile certificates) and apply only on the official website.
Official links
Fees change every year and differ by college and state, so they are not listed here. Check the fee structure on the official admission site before you decide. Career guidance on this page is general information compiled from official sources and is not a substitute for the official notification of an exam, college or scheme. Dates, eligibility and fees change every year. Always confirm on the official link before you pay or apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is Judicial services (become a civil judge or magistrate)?
State judicial service exams select civil judges after LL.B. Each state conducts its own exam with prelims, mains and interview.
Who can join Judicial services (become a civil judge or magistrate)?
LL.B. degree; some states need enrolment or practice experience. Check the state notice.
Which exams or entry routes are used for Judicial services (become a civil judge or magistrate)?
State judicial service exam (check your state's commission). Always confirm dates and rules on the official website.
What can you do after Judicial services (become a civil judge or magistrate)?
Judge in district courts; Promotion in the judiciary.