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Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2026: 119 Posts, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern & PYQs

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Andhra Pradesh Judiciary 2026 Revised Vacancy Status

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh has revised the Civil Judge Junior Division vacancy position for 2026. The revised vacancies are 119 posts, consisting of 96 posts under Direct Recruitment and 23 posts under Recruitment by Transfer.

ParticularDetails
Exam NameAndhra Pradesh Civil Judge Junior Division Recruitment 2026
Popular NameAP Judiciary / APJS / AP Civil Judge Exam
Conducting BodyHigh Court of Andhra Pradesh
PostCivil Judge Junior Division
Revised Vacancies119 posts
Direct Recruitment96 posts
Recruitment by Transfer23 posts
Pay Scale₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520
Selection StagesScreening Test + Written Examination + Viva-Voce
Screening Test100 MCQs, 100 Marks
Written Examination3 Papers, 300 Marks
Viva-Voce50 Marks
Criminal Law and Evidence for 2026BNS, BNSS and BSA
Key Special AreasCivil Law, AP Local Laws, Telugu-English Translation, Legal Essay, PYQs

Student Note:

Do not delay preparation. AP Judiciary 2026 has 119 revised vacancies, and serious preparation must begin with BNS-BNSS-BSA, Civil Procedure, Contract, Transfer of Property, Specific Relief, Limitation, Civil Rules of Practice, Registration, Stamp Law, AP Land Encroachment Act, AP Excise Act, AP Gaming Act, Telugu-English translation, legal essay writing, Screening Test MCQs, Written Examination answer writing and PYQ analysis.

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Why Start AP Judiciary 2026 Preparation Now?

Andhra Pradesh Judiciary 2026 is a major opportunity for eligible law graduates, advocates and eligible service candidates who want to enter the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service as Civil Judge Junior Division.

1. 119 revised vacancies are notified.
2. It is conducted by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh.
3. It leads to appointment as Civil Judge Junior Division.
4. The pay scale is ₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520.
5. The exam has a clear three-stage structure.
6. Screening Test is objective and shortlisting-based.
7. Written Examination is descriptive and rank-building.
8. Viva-Voce carries 50 marks.
9. Criminal Law and Evidence must be prepared through BNS, BNSS and BSA.
10. Civil Law carries major importance.
11. AP local laws are important scoring areas.
12. Telugu-English translation is part of Paper III.
13. Legal essay writing is part of Paper III.
14. PYQs are crucial for understanding real question style.
15. A structured course and test series can save months of confusion.

DLM Expert Insight:

AP Judiciary preparation cannot be limited to Bare Act reading or random MCQs. It needs Screening Test accuracy, BNS-BNSS-BSA command, Civil Law clarity, AP local laws, Telugu-English translation, legal essay writing, Written Examination answer writing, PYQ analysis and Viva preparation.

Andhra Pradesh Judiciary 2026 Important Dates

EventDate / Status
Revised Vacancy Notification08.05.2026
Total Revised Vacancies119 posts
Direct Recruitment Vacancies96 posts
Recruitment by Transfer Vacancies23 posts
Detailed Application ScheduleTo be updated as per AP High Court instructions
Screening Test DateTo be updated as per AP High Court schedule
Written Examination DateTo be updated as per AP High Court schedule
Viva-Voce ScheduleTo be updated as per AP High Court schedule
Final ResultTo be updated as per AP High Court schedule

Important Preparation Advice:

The preparation should start immediately because AP Judiciary requires subject-wise revision, MCQ practice, Written Examination answer writing, legal essay practice, criminal law through BNS-BNSS-BSA, Civil Law preparation, AP local laws, Telugu-English translation and PYQ analysis.

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Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2026: Quick Overview

ParticularDetails
Exam NameAndhra Pradesh Civil Judge Junior Division Recruitment 2026
Popular NameAP Judiciary / APJS / AP Civil Judge Exam
Conducting BodyHigh Court of Andhra Pradesh
PostCivil Judge Junior Division
Pay Scale₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520
Revised Vacancies119 posts
Direct Recruitment96 posts
Recruitment by Transfer23 posts
Selection ProcessScreening Test + Written Examination + Viva-Voce
Screening Test TypeComputer Based Test / Objective
Screening Test Questions100 MCQs
Screening Test Marks100
Screening Test Duration2 hours
Written Examination TypeDescriptive
Written Examination Papers3 papers
Marks per Written Paper100
Total Written Marks300
Duration per Written Paper3 hours
Paper IIIEnglish Translation + Legal Essay
Viva-Voce50 marks
Final MeritWritten Examination + Viva-Voce
Criminal Law and Evidence for 2026BNS, BNSS and BSA
Local Law FocusAndhra Pradesh Local Laws
PYQ SectionYear-wise previous year papers download

Who Conducts Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam?

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh conducts the recruitment for the post of Civil Judge Junior Division in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service.

The High Court of Andhra Pradesh is responsible for:

1. Issuing recruitment notifications
2. Publishing revised vacancy updates
3. Accepting online applications
4. Conducting Screening Test
5. Conducting Written Examination
6. Conducting Viva-Voce
7. Publishing results and shortlists
8. Managing document scrutiny and verification
9. Publishing related recruitment updates
10. Recommending selected candidates for appointment
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What is AP Judiciary Exam?

The Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam, also known as APJS Exam, AP Civil Judge Exam, or Andhra Pradesh Civil Judge Junior Division Exam, is the judicial service recruitment examination for appointment to the post of Civil Judge Junior Division in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service.

This exam is for:

1. Law graduates
2. Judicial service aspirants
3. Advocates preparing for Civil Judge Junior Division
4. Eligible candidates under Direct Recruitment
5. Eligible service candidates under Recruitment by Transfer
6. Law students planning early preparation
7. Candidates preparing for state judicial service exams

A Civil Judge Junior Division must have strong command over:

1. Civil law
2. Criminal law
3. Evidence law
4. Procedural law
5. AP local laws
6. Telugu-English translation
7. Legal essay writing
8. Court craft
9. Judicial ethics
10. Constitutional values
11. Clear legal writing
12. Practical legal reasoning
13. Balanced judicial temperament

AP Judiciary 2026 Vacancy Details

CategoryVacancies
Direct Recruitment96
Recruitment by Transfer23
Total Revised Vacancies119

Important Note for Students:

The number of vacancies is tentative and may be increased or decreased depending on administrative requirements.

Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Eligibility Criteria

For AP Judiciary / Andhra Pradesh Civil Judge Exam, eligibility depends on whether the candidate applies through Direct Recruitment or Recruitment by Transfer.

A candidate should generally:

  1. Possess a law degree from a university established by law in India.
  2. Satisfy the prescribed recruitment category conditions.
  3. Satisfy the prescribed age criteria.
  4. Possess good character and conduct.
  5. Be medically fit and of sound health.
  6. Not suffer from disqualification under service rules.
  7. Possess required documents and certificates.
  8. Apply through the prescribed online process.

Eligibility Checklist

1. Law degree
2. Direct Recruitment / Recruitment by Transfer eligibility
3. Age eligibility
4. Category certificate, if applicable
5. EWS certificate, if applicable
6. PwBD certificate, if applicable
7. Service certificate, where applicable
8. No-objection certificate, where applicable
9. Good character and conduct
10. Medical fitness
11. Online application readiness
12. Required documents ready
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AP Judiciary Direct Recruitment Eligibility

For Direct Recruitment, a candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Law awarded by a university established by law in India.

Direct Recruitment Checklist

1. Degree in Law
2. Age eligibility
3. Category certificate, if applicable
4. EWS certificate, if applicable
5. PwBD certificate, if applicable
6. Non-creamy layer certificate, where applicable
7. Good character
8. Medical fitness
9. Required documents
10. Online application readiness
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AP Judiciary Recruitment by Transfer Eligibility

For Recruitment by Transfer, the candidate must possess a Degree in Law awarded by a university established by law in India and must be a confirmed member or approved probationer in an eligible category.

Eligible Categories for Recruitment by Transfer

1. Section Officers, Court Officers, Scrutiny Officers, Accounts Officer, Court Masters, Personal Secretaries to Judges, Personal Secretaries to Registrars, Translators, Deputy Section Officers and related High Court staff categories
2. Chief Administrative Officers, Senior Superintendents, Superintendents, Stenographers, Senior Assistants, Junior Assistants and Typists of the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Ministerial and Subordinate Service
3. Assistant Public Prosecutors, Senior Assistant Public Prosecutors, Additional Public Prosecutors Grade-II of Prosecution Services of Andhra Pradesh
4. Section Officers in the Law Department of Secretariat
5. Section Officers in the Legislature Department
6. Managers of offices of the Advocate General, Government Pleaders and Public Prosecutors, Editor, ILR of Andhra Pradesh

Recruitment by Transfer Checklist

1. Degree in Law
2. Eligible service category
3. Confirmed member / approved probationer status
4. Service and conduct certificate
5. Proof of declaration of probation
6. Employer permission, where applicable
7. No-objection certificate
8. Good character
9. No disqualifying service record
10. Required documents ready
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AP Judiciary Age Limit and Relaxation

Direct Recruitment

CategoryAge Rule
General Direct RecruitmentMust not complete 35 years as per prescribed cut-off date
SC / ST / BC / EWS5 years relaxation
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities10 years relaxation
Ex-servicemenDefence service period exclusion as per rules

Recruitment by Transfer

CategoryAge Rule
Recruitment by TransferMust not complete 48 years as per prescribed cut-off date

Student Note:

Age should be calculated carefully with reference to the applicable cut-off date and category rules.

Reservation and Category Certificates

Candidates claiming reservation must upload the applicable certificate.

Important reservation-related documents may include:

  1. Community certificate
  2. EWS certificate
  3. Non-creamy layer certificate for Backward Classes
  4. PwBD certificate
  5. Ex-servicemen discharge certificate
  6. Category-specific proof as required
  7. Original certificates for verification

AP Judiciary Application and Examination Fee

CategoryFee
Open / EWS / BC₹1500
SC / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities₹750

Important Fee Points

1. Fee must be paid online.
2. Fee once paid will not be refunded.
3. Fee concession applies only to eligible SC/ST candidates of Andhra Pradesh.
4. Application will be processed as per successful fee payment.

Documents Required for AP Judiciary Application and Verification

For Direct Recruitment

1. Date of birth / SSC certificate
2. Law degree certificate
3. Community certificate, where applicable
4. PwBD certificate, where applicable
5. EWS certificate, where applicable
6. Non-creamy layer certificate for BC candidates, where applicable
7. Ex-servicemen discharge certificate, where applicable
8. No-objection certificate from employer, where applicable
9. Original certificates for verification
10. Application copy
11. Fee payment proof
12. Identity proof

For Recruitment by Transfer

1. Date of birth / SSC certificate
2. Law degree certificate
3. Community certificate for SC/ST, where applicable
4. Proof of declaration of probation in eligible category
5. Employer permission to prosecute law degree course after entering service
6. Latest service and conduct certificate
7. No-objection certificate from employer
8. Original certificates for verification
9. Application copy
10. Fee payment proof
11. Identity proof

How to Apply for Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2026

Candidates must apply online through the official High Court of Andhra Pradesh recruitment process.

Application Steps:

  1. Visit the official High Court of Andhra Pradesh website.
  2. Open the Civil Judge Junior Division recruitment section.
  3. Read the recruitment notification carefully.
  4. Complete online registration.
  5. Fill personal details.
  6. Fill educational qualification details.
  7. Select Direct Recruitment or Recruitment by Transfer, as applicable.
  8. Fill category and reservation details, if applicable.
  9. Upload required documents.
  10. Pay the application / examination fee.
  11. Submit the application form.
  12. Download and save the application copy.
  13. Preserve fee payment proof.
  14. Track hall ticket, exam schedule, written examination and viva updates.

Important Application Warning:

The particulars furnished by the applicant in the application form will be taken as final. Once documents are uploaded and application is submitted, candidates may not be allowed to edit options or replace documents. Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected.

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AP Judiciary Screening Test Centres

The Computer Based Screening Test may be held at the following centres:

1. Guntur

2. Kurnool

3. Rajamahendravaram

4. Tirupati

5. Vijayawada

6. Visakhapatnam

Student Note:

Candidates may be required to choose preferred centres. The High Court may allot applicants to any centre or alter centre arrangements depending on administrative requirements.

Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Selection Process

The Andhra Pradesh Judiciary / AP Civil Judge selection process has three stages:

  1. Screening Test
  2. Written Examination
  3. Viva-Voce
Screening Test
→
Written Examination
→
Viva-Voce
→
Final Selection

Important Points:

  1. Screening Test is computer-based and objective.
  2. Screening Test is used for shortlisting to Written Examination.
  3. Screening Test marks are not counted for final merit.
  4. Written Examination has 3 papers.
  5. Each Written Examination paper carries 100 marks.
  6. Viva-Voce carries 50 marks.
  7. Final merit is based on Written Examination + Viva-Voce.

AP Judiciary Screening Test Pattern

ParticularDetails
TypeComputer Based Test
Questions100 MCQs
Marks100
Duration2 hours
PurposeShortlisting for Written Examination
ShortlistingCandidates securing 40% and above may be shortlisted in 1:10 ratio
Final MeritScreening marks not counted

DLM Expert Insight:

Screening Test is not only about knowledge. It is about Bare Act recall, accuracy, speed, time management and smart MCQ practice.

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AP Judiciary Written Examination Pattern

PaperSubjectMarksDuration
Paper ICivil Laws1003 hours
Paper IICriminal Laws1003 hours
Paper IIIEnglish Translation + Essay Writing on Legal Subject1003 hours

Paper III Breakup

ComponentMarks
English Translation Test25
Essay Writing on Legal Subject75

Translation is from English to Telugu and Telugu to English only.

Medium

Questions in the Written Examination must be answered only in English, except the translation test.

DLM Expert Insight:

Written Examination is the rank-building stage. Strong answer writing is essential.

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Written Examination Paper I: Civil Laws — 100 Marks

Prepare:

  1. Code of Civil Procedure
  2. Indian Contract Act
  3. Hindu Marriage Act
  4. Hindu Succession Act
  5. Indian Easements Act
  6. Specific Relief Act
  7. Limitation Act
  8. Transfer of Property Act
  9. Civil Rules of Practice
  10. Registration Act
  11. Indian Stamp Act
  12. Andhra Pradesh Land Encroachment Act
  13. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 — BSA, where evidence principles are relevant

Civil Law Preparation Focus

1. Jurisdiction
2. Pleadings
3. Parties
4. Summons
5. Written statement
6. Issues
7. Judgment and decree
8. Execution
9. Appeals and revision
10. Contract essentials
11. Property transfer principles
12. Specific relief
13. Limitation
14. Hindu matrimonial and succession law
15. Easements
16. Civil Rules of Practice
17. Registration and stamp law
18. AP Land Encroachment Act
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Written Examination Paper II: Criminal Laws — 100 Marks

For AP Judiciary 2026, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Evidence should be prepared through BNS, BNSS and BSA.

Prepare:

  1. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 — BNSS
  2. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — BNS
  3. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 — BSA
  4. Negotiable Instruments Act
  5. Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act
  6. Criminal Rules of Practice
  7. Andhra Pradesh Excise Act
  8. Andhra Pradesh Gaming Act
  9. Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act

Paper II Preparation Focus

1. BNS offences
2. BNSS procedure
3. BSA evidence principles
4. Criminal courts
5. Investigation
6. Arrest
7. Bail
8. Charge
9. Trial
10. Judgment
11. Admissions and confessions
12. Burden of proof
13. Witness examination
14. Cheque dishonour law
15. Domestic violence law
16. Criminal Rules of Practice
17. AP Excise law
18. AP Gaming law
19. Juvenile Justice law

For AP Judiciary 2026, BNS, BNSS and BSA are essential from Day 1.

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Written Examination Paper III: English Translation and Legal Essay — 100 Marks

Paper III includes:

  1. English Translation Test — 25 marks
  2. Essay Writing on Legal Subject — 75 marks

Translation is from:

  1. English to Telugu
  2. Telugu to English

Paper III Preparation Focus

1. English legal writing
2. Telugu-English translation
3. English-Telugu translation
4. Legal vocabulary
5. Court vocabulary
6. Sentence clarity
7. Essay structure
8. Current legal topics
9. Constitutional themes
10. Judicial reforms
11. Access to justice
12. Rule of law
13. Women and child safety
14. Technology and justice
15. New criminal laws
16. Social justice

Legal Essay Topics to Practice

1. Rule of law
2. Judicial independence
3. Judicial accountability
4. Delay in justice
5. Access to justice
6. Legal aid
7. Women and child safety
8. Environmental justice
9. Technology and courts
10. Digital evidence
11. New criminal laws
12. Victim rights
13. Bail and liberty
14. Constitutional morality
15. Social justice
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AP Judiciary Viva-Voce — 50 Marks

ParticularDetails
StageViva-Voce
Marks50
AbsenceCandidate absent in Viva-Voce is disqualified
Final MeritWritten Examination + Viva-Voce

Viva Preparation Focus

1. Personal introduction
2. Why judiciary?
3. Why Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service?
4. Judicial ethics
5. Constitutional values
6. Current legal issues
7. BNS, BNSS and BSA
8. Civil law basics
9. AP local laws
10. Telugu-English legal expression
11. Legal essay themes
12. Practical legal reasoning
13. Mental alertness
14. Communication skills
15. Suitability for judicial service

DLM Expert Insight:

A future Civil Judge must show legal clarity, calm temperament, fairness, patience, constitutional commitment and judicial suitability.

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Minimum Marks in Written Examination for Viva-Voce Eligibility

Direct Recruitment

CategoryMinimum Requirement
OC / EWS55% in Paper I and Paper II, and 60% aggregate
BC50% in Paper I and Paper II, and 55% aggregate
SC / ST / PwBD45% in Paper I and Paper II, and 50% aggregate

Recruitment by Transfer

CategoryMinimum Requirement
Open / BC55% in Paper I and Paper II, and 60% aggregate
SC / ST45% in Paper I and Paper II, and 50% aggregate

Important Paper III Rule

Candidates must secure 40% marks in Paper III. Marks secured in Paper III are not taken into account for eligibility for Viva-Voce or selection. Marks secured in Paper I, Paper II and Viva-Voce are taken into account for selection.

DLM Expert Insight:

Paper III should not be ignored because qualification in Paper III is necessary. But final merit focus must remain strong on Paper I, Paper II and Viva-Voce.

Minimum Aggregate Marks for Final Selection

CategoryMinimum Aggregate for Selection
OC / EWS60%
BC — Direct Recruitment55%
SC / ST / PwBD — Direct Recruitment50%
SC / ST — Recruitment by Transfer50%

DLM Expert Insight:

Screening Test gets you into the Written Examination. Written Examination builds your merit. Viva-Voce finalizes your selection. Therefore, answer writing and Viva preparation must start early.

AP Judiciary 2026 Syllabus

For AP Judiciary 2026, Criminal Law and Evidence must be prepared through BNS, BNSS and BSA.

Civil Laws

  1. Code of Civil Procedure
  2. Indian Contract Act
  3. Hindu Marriage Act
  4. Hindu Succession Act
  5. Indian Easements Act
  6. Specific Relief Act
  7. Limitation Act
  8. Transfer of Property Act
  9. Civil Rules of Practice
  10. Registration Act
  11. Indian Stamp Act
  12. Andhra Pradesh Land Encroachment Act
  13. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 — BSA, where evidence principles are relevant

Criminal Laws

  1. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 — BNSS
  2. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — BNS
  3. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 — BSA
  4. Negotiable Instruments Act
  5. Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act
  6. Criminal Rules of Practice
  7. Andhra Pradesh Excise Act
  8. Andhra Pradesh Gaming Act
  9. Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act

Language and Writing

  1. English legal writing
  2. English to Telugu translation
  3. Telugu to English translation
  4. Legal essay writing
  5. Legal vocabulary
  6. Current legal topics
  7. Structured legal expression
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BNS, BNSS and BSA for AP Judiciary 2026

For AP Judiciary 2026, Criminal Law and Evidence preparation must focus on:

  1. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — BNS
  2. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 — BNSS
  3. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 — BSA

Preparation Strategy

1. Start with the structure of each Act.
2. Prepare important definitions.
3. Prepare core offences under BNS.
4. Prepare investigation, arrest, bail, charge and trial under BNSS.
5. Prepare relevancy, admissions, confessions, burden of proof and witness examination under BSA.
6. Solve Screening Test MCQs.
7. Write Written Examination answers.
8. Prepare short revision charts.
9. Link provisions with practical court situations.
10. Revise weekly.

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Civil Law for AP Judiciary 2026

Civil Law is central to both Screening Test and Written Examination.

Prepare:

  1. Code of Civil Procedure
  2. Indian Contract Act
  3. Hindu Marriage Act
  4. Hindu Succession Act
  5. Indian Easements Act
  6. Specific Relief Act
  7. Limitation Act
  8. Transfer of Property Act
  9. Civil Rules of Practice
  10. Registration Act
  11. Indian Stamp Act
  12. Andhra Pradesh Land Encroachment Act

Civil Law Preparation Method

For every subject, prepare:

  1. Object and scope
  2. Important definitions
  3. Important provisions
  4. Essential ingredients
  5. Landmark principles
  6. Procedural steps
  7. MCQ traps
  8. Written Examination answer structure
  9. PYQ-based themes
  10. Revision charts

DLM Expert Insight:

Civil Law should not be prepared only theoretically. It must be prepared with provisions, illustrations, case-law principles, practical examples and writing practice.

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AP Local Laws for AP Judiciary 2026

AP local laws and practice-related subjects can become scoring areas.

Prepare:

  1. Civil Rules of Practice
  2. Criminal Rules of Practice
  3. Andhra Pradesh Land Encroachment Act
  4. Andhra Pradesh Excise Act
  5. Andhra Pradesh Gaming Act
  6. Registration Act
  7. Indian Stamp Act

Preparation Focus

1. Object and scope
2. Important definitions
3. Important authorities
4. Important powers
5. Procedural requirements
6. Local law-specific MCQs
7. Short notes for Written Examination
8. PYQ-based themes
9. AP-specific legal vocabulary
10. Revision charts

DLM Expert Insight:

Many candidates focus only on general law subjects. AP local laws and Rules of Practice can create a scoring edge if prepared separately with short notes, MCQs and PYQ analysis.

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Telugu-English Translation and Legal Essay for AP Judiciary

Paper III has 25 marks for translation and 75 marks for essay writing on legal subject.

Translation Preparation Focus

1. Telugu legal vocabulary
2. English legal vocabulary
3. Court language
4. Legal document language
5. English to Telugu translation
6. Telugu to English translation
7. Sentence clarity
8. Grammar
9. Legal expression
10. Time-bound writing

Legal Essay Preparation Focus

1. Rule of law
2. Judicial independence
3. Judicial accountability
4. Access to justice
5. Delay in justice
6. Legal aid
7. Constitutional morality
8. New criminal laws
9. Technology and courts
10. Women and child safety
11. Environmental justice
12. Social justice
13. Victim rights

DLM Expert Insight:

Paper III may not be counted for final selection in the same way as Paper I and Paper II, but candidates must qualify it. Therefore, translation and essay writing should not be ignored.

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Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Previous Year Papers PDF Download

Previous year papers are a must for AP Judiciary preparation. PYQs show the real level of Screening Test MCQs, Written Examination answer-writing depth, translation demand, legal essay themes and AP local law importance.

YearScreening Test PaperWritten Paper IWritten Paper IIPaper IIIAnswer Key / Model Answer
2026DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload
2025DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload
2024DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload
2023DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload
2022DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload
2021DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload
2020DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload
2019DownloadDownloadDownloadDownloadDownload

PYQs are not optional. AP Judiciary PYQs reveal the real pattern, repeated subjects, Screening Test MCQ style, Written Examination answer-writing depth, translation demand, legal essay themes and AP local law importance.

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How to Use AP Judiciary Previous Year Papers

Students should:

  1. Download year-wise papers.
  2. Separate Screening Test and Written Examination papers.
  3. Separate Paper I, Paper II and Paper III.
  4. Identify repeated subjects.
  5. Mark repeated BNS-BNSS-BSA areas.
  6. Mark repeated civil law topics.
  7. Mark repeated AP local law topics.
  8. Compare Screening Test MCQ style with Written Examination answer-writing style.
  9. Practice Telugu-English translation from PYQ pattern.
  10. Practice legal essays from previous themes.
  11. Maintain a PYQ error notebook.
  12. Revise high-frequency topics weekly.

DLM Expert Insight:

Doon Law Mentor's AP Judiciary preparation system uses PYQ analysis to help students understand what AP Judiciary actually asks, not just what books contain.

Subject-wise AP Judiciary Preparation Roadmap

BNS, BNSS and BSA

Focus on BNS offences, BNSS procedure, BSA evidence principles, charge, trial, evidence appreciation, admissibility and witness examination.

Civil Procedure Code

Focus on jurisdiction, pleadings, parties, suits, summons, written statement, issues, judgment, decree, execution, appeal, revision and interim reliefs.

Contract, TPA, Specific Relief and Limitation

Focus on contract formation, breach, damages, transfer of property, specific performance, injunctions and limitation principles.

Hindu Marriage and Hindu Succession

Focus on matrimonial reliefs, marriage, divorce, maintenance, succession rules and inheritance principles.

Civil Rules and Criminal Rules of Practice

Focus on practical court procedure, filings, applications, orders and court practice.

Registration, Stamp and AP Land Encroachment

Focus on document registration, stamp law basics, land encroachment provisions and procedural application.

AP Excise Act and AP Gaming Act

Focus on offences, powers, procedure and Magistrate-level relevance.

Telugu-English Translation

Focus on legal vocabulary, court language, sentence clarity and time-bound translation.

Legal Essay

Focus on constitutional issues, judicial reforms, access to justice, criminal law reforms, technology and courts.

Viva-Voce

Focus on legal knowledge, judicial temperament, communication skills, constitutional values and suitability for judicial service.

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1. Screening Test MCQ preparation
2. BNS, BNSS and BSA preparation
3. Civil Law preparation
4. AP local laws preparation
5. Telugu-English translation practice
6. Legal essay practice
7. Written Examination answer writing
8. PYQ analysis
9. Mock tests
10. Viva-Voce guidance
11. Current legal developments
12. Structured revision
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Best for aspirants who want complete AP Judiciary 2026 preparation covering Screening Test, Written Examination, Viva, BNS-BNSS-BSA, Civil Procedure Code, Contract Act, Transfer of Property Act, Specific Relief Act, Limitation Act, Hindu Marriage Act, Hindu Succession Act, Civil Rules of Practice, Criminal Rules of Practice, AP local laws, Telugu-English translation, legal essay, PYQ analysis and answer writing.

Course Focus:

  1. BNS, BNSS and BSA
  2. Civil Procedure Code
  3. Contract Act
  4. Transfer of Property Act
  5. Specific Relief Act
  6. Limitation Act
  7. Hindu Marriage Act
  8. Hindu Succession Act
  9. Civil Rules of Practice
  10. Criminal Rules of Practice
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  12. Telugu-English translation
  13. Legal essay writing
  14. Screening Test MCQs
  15. Written Examination answer writing
  16. PYQ analysis
  17. Viva guidance
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Watch Free AP Judiciary 2026 Strategy Videos

Before joining the complete course, you can watch our free AP Judiciary strategy videos.

1. AP Judiciary 2026 Revised Vacancy Strategy

2. AP Judiciary 119 Posts Strategy

3. AP Judiciary Screening Test Strategy

4. AP Judiciary Written Examination Strategy

5. BNS, BNSS and BSA for AP Judiciary

6. Civil Law Strategy for AP Judiciary

7. AP Local Laws Strategy

8. Telugu-English Translation Strategy

9. Legal Essay Strategy

10. AP Judiciary PYQ Analysis

11. AP Judiciary Viva Strategy

Free videos are helpful for direction. But selection requires structured preparation, MCQ practice, BNS-BNSS-BSA clarity, Civil Law command, AP local laws, translation practice, legal essay writing, PYQ analysis, revision and mentorship.

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Inside This Free PDF, You Will Get

✓1. Exam overview
✓2. 119 posts revised vacancy update
✓3. Eligibility checklist
✓4. Direct recruitment checklist
✓5. Recruitment by transfer checklist
✓6. Age and fee checklist
✓7. Screening Test pattern
✓8. Screening Test subject-wise checklist
✓9. Written Examination pattern
✓10. Paper I Civil Laws checklist
✓11. Paper II Criminal Laws checklist
✓12. Paper III Translation and Legal Essay checklist
✓13. Criminal Law and Evidence with BNS, BNSS and BSA
✓14. AP local laws checklist
✓15. Telugu-English translation strategy
✓16. Legal essay strategy
✓17. PYQ analysis template
✓18. 90-day preparation plan
✓19. Viva checklist

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Doon Law Mentor's AP Judiciary preparation system is designed for serious aspirants who want updated, structured and exam-focused preparation.

1. AP Judiciary-focused preparation
2. 119 posts-focused strategy
3. Civil Judge Junior Division exam orientation
4. Screening Test + Written Examination + Viva coverage
5. BNS, BNSS and BSA coverage
6. Civil Law coverage
7. AP local laws focus
8. Telugu-English translation practice
9. Legal essay practice
10. PYQ-based preparation
11. Written Examination answer writing
12. Mock test practice
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15. Simple bilingual explanation
16. Structured revision

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Common Mistakes AP Judiciary Aspirants Must Avoid

Most aspirants do not fail because they are not hardworking. They fail because their preparation is not structured.

1. Waiting too long before starting preparation
2. Preparing only Screening Test MCQs
3. Ignoring Written Examination answer writing
4. Ignoring BNS, BNSS and BSA
5. Ignoring AP local laws
6. Ignoring Telugu-English translation
7. Ignoring legal essay preparation
8. Ignoring Civil Procedure
9. Ignoring Civil Rules and Criminal Rules of Practice
10. Ignoring AP Land Encroachment Act
11. Ignoring AP Excise Act and AP Gaming Act
12. Not solving PYQs
13. Not revising Bare Acts
14. Not preparing Viva early
15. Not maintaining an error notebook
16. Not taking mock tests seriously

The Solution

Doon Law Mentor's AP Judiciary preparation system gives you:

  1. Complete syllabus roadmap
  2. 119 posts-focused preparation
  3. Screening Test MCQ strategy
  4. BNS, BNSS and BSA preparation
  5. Civil Law preparation
  6. AP local laws strategy
  7. Telugu-English translation practice
  8. Legal essay practice
  9. PYQ analysis
  10. Written Examination answer writing
  11. Viva guidance
  12. Mentorship and revision
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Frequently Asked Questions on Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2026

What is Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2026?

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Andhra Pradesh Judiciary Exam 2026 is the recruitment examination for the post of Civil Judge Junior Division in the Andhra Pradesh State Judicial Service.

What is APJS Exam 2026?

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APJS Exam 2026 refers to Andhra Pradesh Judicial Service / AP Judiciary recruitment for Civil Judge Junior Division.

Who conducts AP Judiciary Exam 2026?

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The exam is conducted by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh.

How many vacancies are there in AP Judiciary 2026?

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There are 119 revised vacancies, consisting of 96 Direct Recruitment posts and 23 Recruitment by Transfer posts.

What is the post in AP Judiciary 2026?

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The post is Civil Judge Junior Division.

What is the pay scale for AP Civil Judge Junior Division?

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The pay scale is ₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520.

What is the AP Judiciary selection process?

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The selection process includes Screening Test, Written Examination and Viva-Voce.

What is the Screening Test pattern?

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The Screening Test is a Computer Based Test of 100 MCQs for 100 marks, with 2 hours duration.

Are Screening Test marks counted in final merit?

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No. Screening Test marks are used only for shortlisting and are not counted for final merit.

What is the Written Examination pattern?

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The Written Examination consists of 3 papers: Civil Laws, Criminal Laws, and English Translation + Essay Writing on Legal Subject. Each paper carries 100 marks and is of 3 hours duration.

What is Paper III in AP Judiciary?

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Paper III consists of English Translation Test for 25 marks and Essay Writing on Legal Subject for 75 marks.

Is Telugu-English translation important?

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Yes. Translation is from English to Telugu and Telugu to English only.

What are the Viva-Voce marks?

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Viva-Voce carries 50 marks.

Is BNS important for AP Judiciary 2026?

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Yes. BNS is essential for Criminal Law preparation in AP Judiciary 2026.

Is BNSS important for AP Judiciary 2026?

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Yes. BNSS is important for criminal procedure, investigation, arrest, charge, trial, bail and judgment-related preparation.

Is BSA important for AP Judiciary 2026?

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Yes. BSA is important for evidence law, admissibility, burden of proof, presumptions and witness examination.

What are important Civil Law subjects for AP Judiciary?

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Important Civil Law subjects include CPC, Contract, Hindu Marriage, Hindu Succession, Easements, Specific Relief, Limitation, Transfer of Property, Civil Rules of Practice, Registration, Stamp law and AP Land Encroachment Act.

What are important Criminal Law subjects for AP Judiciary?

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Important Criminal Law subjects include BNS, BNSS, BSA, Negotiable Instruments Act, Domestic Violence Act, Criminal Rules of Practice, AP Excise Act, AP Gaming Act and Juvenile Justice Act.

What is the application fee?

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The fee is ₹1500 for Open/EWS/BC candidates and ₹750 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

What are the Screening Test centres?

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The notified Screening Test centres include Guntur, Kurnool, Rajamahendravaram, Tirupati, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam.

Where can I download AP Judiciary previous year papers?

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Students can download year-wise AP Judiciary previous year papers from the dedicated PYQ section on this page.

Does Doon Law Mentor provide AP Judiciary coaching?

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Yes. Doon Law Mentor provides structured AP Judiciary preparation covering Screening Test, Written Examination, Viva, BNS, BNSS, BSA, Civil Law, AP local laws, Telugu-English translation, legal essay and PYQ strategy.

Does Doon Law Mentor provide AP Judiciary Test Series?

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Yes. Doon Law Mentor provides AP Judiciary Test Series for Screening Test MCQs, Written Examination answer writing, BNS-BNSS-BSA, Civil Law, AP local laws, Telugu-English translation, legal essay and PYQ-based practice.
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If you are serious about becoming a Civil Judge Junior Division in Andhra Pradesh, this is the right time to begin structured preparation.

AP Judiciary 2026 has 119 revised vacancies.

Andhra Pradesh Judiciary requires:

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You need:

  1. Complete syllabus roadmap
  2. Bare Act clarity
  3. Screening Test MCQ practice
  4. Updated criminal law and evidence preparation
  5. Civil Law preparation
  6. AP local law preparation
  7. Translation practice
  8. Legal essay practice
  9. PYQ-based revision
  10. Viva orientation
  11. Structured guidance

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