[Advt.] Do You Really Need 3 Years To Prepare For Judiciary Examinations?

Civil Judge Junior Division doesn't need to be jurist, be very clear that you want a government job or want to be jurist, if it's the latter I am sure civil judge junior division is not where you should be., 

Legal doctrines and Landmark Judgement for each subject along with PYQ are usually good places for beginners to start with.

It is commonly advised by teachers and coaching institutes that effective preparation for the judiciary examination typically takes two to three years after graduating from law college. However, it's worth examining the validity of this claim in more detail.

Effective Preparation in Short time

Despite the challenges, there are several steps students can take to improve their chances of success in the judiciary examination in first attempt itself:

1. Prepare for Prelims and Mains Simultaneously: Don't wait until the prelims are over to start preparing for the mains. Simultaneous preparation will help you save time and ensure that you are well-prepared for both stages of the examination. Download

   Mains Question and Solution for Each State Separately
2. Start Early: Begin preparing for the examination as early as possible, ideally in the 4th or 5th year of law school. Start with looking at the syllabus and structure of each state's judiciary exam you are planning to appear.
3. Focus on PYQs: Analyze previous year question papers (PYQs) smartly to understand the pattern and types of questions asked in the examination.

   Download State wise PYQ
4. Take Guidance for Mains Answer Writing: Seek guidance from experienced mentors or teachers for improving your answer writing skills.
5. Have a Differentiated Approach for States: Different states have different syllabuses and examination patterns. Tailor your preparation accordingly. Select 2-3 States that you will appear and focus on that. That doesn't mean leaving other states but take a reasonable guess, that in the next 2-3 years which state is going to come up with vacancy. Cursory reading of subject wise crisp notes is sufficient.

6. Don't Read Commentaries: Extensive reading of commentaries is not necessary. Instead, focus on understanding the basic concepts and principles of law.
7. Limit YouTube Videos: While YouTube videos can be helpful for understanding certain concepts, don't rely on them excessively. They should be used as a supplement to your main preparation.

Challenges Faced by Students

Several factors contribute to the challenges faced by students preparing for the judiciary examination:

1. Vast Syllabus: The syllabus for the judiciary examination is vast and covers a wide range of topics from various subjects studied during the LLB course.
2. Time Constraints: Many students start preparing for the examination in their 4th or 5th year of college, but still take 2-3 years more to clear it. This extended preparation period can be attributed to a number of factors, including the need to complete law school coursework, internships, and other commitments.
3. Lack of Guidance: Many students lack proper guidance and mentorship during their preparation. Coaching institutes can be helpful, but excessive dependence on coaching is not advisable.
4. Difficulty in Answer Writing: The mains examination requires students to write long and well-structured answers. Many students struggle with this aspect of the examination. Understand how to write answers, focus on effective presentation. See Model Subject Wise Model Answer for Judiciary Mains

By following these tips and with consistent hard work and dedication, students can increase their chances of success in the judiciary examination.

Often students are preparing for the judiciary examination from the 4-5th year of their college. Still, they tend to take 2-3 years more to clear the examination for various state judicial service examinations.

Authors: Aditya Tiwari and Rohit Rohilla, teach Law optional and Judiciary at De Facto IAS (www.DeFactoJudiciary.in). Views are personal.