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The fresh Madhya Pradesh Judicial Service Exam 2026 / MPCJ Exam 2026 notification is awaited.
This page is prepared on the basis of the Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge examination scheme, available official exam material, syllabus structure, previous year paper structure, and updated criminal law framework for 2026 preparation.
| Exam Name | Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge Junior Division / Entry Level Examination |
| Popular Name | MPCJ / MP Judiciary / MP Civil Judge |
| Conducting Body | High Court of Madhya Pradesh |
| Post | Civil Judge Junior Division |
| 2026 Notification | To be notified |
| Selection Stages | Prelims + Mains + Interview |
| Prelims Type | Objective / MCQ |
| Mains Type | Descriptive / Written |
| Prelims Questions | 150 |
| Prelims Marks | 150 |
| Mains Marks | 400 |
| Interview Marks | 50 |
| Criminal Law for 2026 | BNS, BNSS and BSA |
| Key Special Areas | MP Accommodation Control Act, MP Land Revenue Code, Judgment Writing |
| PYQ Section | Year-wise previous year papers download |
📌 Student Note:
Do not wait for the final notification. MPCJ has a compact but highly competitive syllabus. Preparation should start with Civil Law, BNS-BNSS-BSA, MP local laws, writing skill, translation, judgment writing, PYQ analysis and mock tests.
Madhya Pradesh Judicial Service is one of the most important judicial service opportunities for law graduates and advocates who want to become Civil Judge Junior Division.
DLM Expert Insight: MPCJ preparation cannot be limited to bare reading or random MCQs. It needs Prelims accuracy, Mains answer writing, BNS-BNSS-BSA command, MP local law clarity, judgment writing practice, translation practice, PYQ analysis and Interview orientation.
| Event | Status |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | To be notified |
| Online Application Start | To be notified |
| Last Date to Apply | To be notified |
| Application Correction Window | To be notified |
| Admit Card | To be notified |
| Preliminary Examination | To be notified |
| Prelims Result | To be notified |
| Main Written Examination | To be notified |
| Interview / Viva-Voce | To be notified |
| Final Result | To be notified |
📌 Important Advice:
The preparation should start before the notification because the MPCJ syllabus requires subject-wise revision, MCQ practice, answer writing, translation, judgment writing and PYQ analysis.
| Exam Name | Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge Junior Division / Entry Level Examination |
| Popular Name | MPCJ / MP Judiciary / MP Civil Judge |
| Conducting Body | High Court of Madhya Pradesh |
| Post | Civil Judge Junior Division |
| Selection Process | Prelims + Mains + Interview |
| Prelims Type | Objective MCQ |
| Prelims Questions | 150 |
| Prelims Marks | 150 |
| Prelims Nature | Screening / Qualifying |
| Mains Type | Descriptive / Written |
| Mains Papers | 4 |
| Mains Marks | 400 |
| Interview | 50 marks |
| Key Law Areas | Civil Law, Criminal Law, MP Local Laws, Judgment Writing |
| Criminal Law for 2026 | BNS, BNSS and BSA |
| PYQ Section | Year-wise previous year papers download |
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh conducts the Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge Junior Division / Entry Level Examination.
The High Court of Madhya Pradesh is responsible for:
The MPCJ Exam is the Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge Junior Division / Entry Level Examination for recruitment to the post of Civil Judge Junior Division in Madhya Pradesh.
This exam is for:
A Civil Judge must have strong command over:
For MPCJ, the candidate should generally:
For MPCJ, the age limit is generally applied according to the recruitment rules and the relevant examination notification.
The age framework is generally 21 years minimum and 35 years maximum, with applicable relaxations for specified categories and conditions.
📌 Student Note:
Age relaxation, category-wise relaxation, PwD relaxation and other concessions are applied according to the applicable rules and notification.
Candidates will apply through the online application process once the application window opens.
Application Steps:
📌 Important Advice:
Candidates should fill the application form carefully. Name, age, category, educational qualification, eligibility route and document details must match official records.
The exam has three stages:
Important Points:
| Part | Subject Area | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Law Subjects | 110 | 110 |
| Part B | GK, Computer & English | 40 | 40 |
| Total | — | 150 | 150 |
Pattern Details:
DLM Expert Insight: Prelims is not just about knowledge. It is about speed, accuracy, Bare Act command, MCQ practice and smart revision.
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Constitution of India | 5 |
| Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 | 20 |
| Transfer of Property Act, 1882 | 7 |
| Indian Contract Act, 1872 | 8 |
| Specific Relief Act, 1963 | 6 |
| Limitation Act, 1963 | 4 |
| M.P. Accommodation Control Act, 1961 | 5 |
| M.P. Land Revenue Code, 1959 | 5 |
| Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 — BSA | 15 |
| Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — BNS | 15 |
| Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 — BNSS | 15 |
| Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 | 5 |
| Total | 110 |
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 10 |
| Computer Knowledge | 10 |
| English Knowledge | 10 |
| Legal / social awareness laws and related areas | 10 |
| Total | 40 |
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Civil Law & Procedure | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper II | Writing Skill, Essay & Translation | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper III | Criminal Law & Procedure | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper IV | Judgment Writing | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Total | Written Mains | 400 | — |
Important Mains Strategy:
Prepare:
Preparation Focus:
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Writing on Social Issue | 30 |
| Writing on Legal Issue | 20 |
| Précis / Summary Writing | 20 |
| Translation from Hindi to English | 20 |
| Translation from English to Hindi | 20 |
Preparation Focus:
DLM Expert Insight: Writing skill is not optional in MPCJ. A student with good law knowledge but poor expression can lose marks in Mains.
For MPCJ 2026, Criminal Law should be prepared through:
Prepare:
DLM Expert Insight: For MPCJ 2026, BNS, BNSS and BSA are essential from Day 1. Criminal Law must be prepared with both Prelims MCQs and Mains answer-writing practice.
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Framing of Issues | 10 |
| Framing of Charges | 10 |
| Judgment / Order Writing — Civil | 40 |
| Judgment / Order Writing — Criminal | 40 |
| Total | 100 |
Preparation Focus:
DLM Expert Insight: Judgment Writing is a rank-making paper in MPCJ. It tests whether the candidate can think and write like a judge.
The Interview is the final stage of the MPCJ selection process.
Interview carries 50 marks. Minimum 20 marks are required to clear the Interview, irrespective of category.
It assesses:
Interview Preparation Focus:
DLM Expert Insight: A future Civil Judge must show legal clarity, calm temperament, fairness, patience and constitutional commitment.
For MPCJ 2026, criminal law preparation must focus on:
Preparation Strategy:
MP local laws are important for both Prelims and Mains.
Prepare:
Preparation Method:
For every MP local law, prepare:
DLM Expert Insight: MP local laws can become a scoring area because many students focus only on general law subjects and ignore state-specific provisions.
Previous year papers are a must for MPCJ preparation. PYQs show the real level of Prelims MCQs, Mains answer-writing depth, writing skill expectations and judgment-writing pattern.
| Year | Prelims Paper | Mains Paper I Civil Law | Mains Paper II Writing Skill | Mains Paper III Criminal Law | Mains Paper IV Judgment Writing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Download | Download | Download | Download | Download |
| 2022 | Download | Download | Download | Download | Download |
| 2021 | Download | Download | Download | Download | Download |
| 2019 | Download | Download | Download | Download | Download |
| 2018 | Download | Download | Download | Download | Download |
| 2017 | Download | Download | Download | Download | Download |
Students should:
DLM Expert Insight: Doon Law Mentor's MPCJ preparation system uses PYQ analysis to help students understand what MPCJ actually asks, not just what books contain.
Focus on Constitution, CPC, Transfer of Property, Contract, Specific Relief, Limitation, Hindu Marriage, Hindu Succession and MP Accommodation Control Act.
Focus on social issue writing, legal issue writing, précis / summary writing, Hindi-to-English translation and English-to-Hindi translation.
Focus on BNS, BNSS, BSA, Negotiable Instruments Act, MP Accommodation Control Act, MP Land Revenue Code and practical criminal law application.
Focus on framing of issues, framing of charges, civil judgment writing and criminal judgment writing.
Focus on Bare Act MCQs, legal concepts, GK, Computer Knowledge, English Knowledge and time-bound objective practice.
Focus on legal knowledge, judicial temperament, communication, ethics, MP awareness and practical application of law.
If you are serious about MPCJ 2026, you need a structured preparation system.
Doon Law Mentor's MPCJ preparation system is designed for aspirants who want exam-focused preparation for Prelims, Mains and Interview.
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Best for aspirants who want complete MPCJ 2026 preparation covering Civil Law & Procedure, Criminal Law with BNS-BNSS-BSA, MP Local Laws, Writing Skill, Essay, Translation, Judgment Writing, PYQs, mains answer writing and interview strategy.
Course Focus:
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Focused preparation of the new criminal laws for MPCJ 2026.
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This page is created for educational and exam preparation guidance purposes.
The fresh MPCJ Exam 2026 notification is awaited. The details on this page are prepared on the basis of Madhya Pradesh Civil Judge examination scheme, available official exam material, syllabus structure, previous year paper structure, and updated criminal law framework for 2026 preparation.
Final vacancies, application dates, application fee, category-wise vacancy breakup, age relaxation, exam schedule, admit card, result process and all official recruitment conditions will be governed by the official MPCJ 2026 notification and subsequent official updates.
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