LiveLaw's Judiciary Coaching initiative LiveLaw Academy has started registration of its May batch. They're offering 2 courses for judiciary aspirants, the comprehensive JSEP 2.0 and a lighter version of the course named JSEP Lite. If you sign up by April 15th, you also get a 30% early bird discount.

JSEP 2.0 is designed for aspirants who want full-spectrum preparation — covering 45 subjects, weekly tests, judgment writing, legal GK, Hindi, and personalized mentorship. Taught by retired High Court Judges and experienced faculty, this 18-month online program includes both weekday and weekend sessions and offers 1-year access to recorded lectures, doubt-clearing sessions, and individual feedback.

JSEP Lite, on the other hand, is a focused, weekday-only version of the course covering 29 essential subjects, ideal for working professionals or final-year students who need flexibility. While it doesn't include personal mentorship or language and GK components, it does provide end-of-subject tests and mock interviews to help learners assess and strengthen their preparation.

Both courses begin on May 1 and will be conducted entirely online. The curriculum is designed to align with the evolving nature of judicial exams across states, including updated criminal laws like the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA).

With an early bird offer of 30% off until April 10 and a proven track record of delivering quality legal education, LiveLaw Academy continues its mission to support judiciary aspirants with accessible, structured, and high-impact training.

ABOUT LIVELAW ACADEMY

With a vision to empower people by creating avenues for expanding their legal knowledge, the founders of LiveLaw, India's leading Legal News Portal, started LiveLaw Academy in 2021. The aim of LiveLaw Academy is to foster learning in both the core and niche areas of law. To make legal education accessible, we design specialised courses suitable for law students, lawyers and non-lawyers, which are taught by former Judges, Senior Advocates, subject experts and academicians. These courses synthesize the practical application of law with theoretical foundations.

VISION STATEMENT

• Teaching the core concepts/ foundations of law in clear and lucid terms.
• Creating a dedicated discussion space for reading and interpreting laws and judgements.
• Designing value-based courses that are comprehensive in terms of subject knowledge.
• Advocating critical legal thinking.
• Highlighting the importance of ethical training in the practice of law.

ABOUT JSEP

In January, 2025, we launched our flagship course 'The Judicial Service Examinations Preparation Course'(JSEP). JSEP aims to equip students with an in-depth understanding of the legal subjects, language and General Knowledge, so that they can confidently stride forward in their journey to be judicial officers. It is taught by experienced faculties which includes former High Court Judges.

Presenting to you now:

JSEP 2.0

The JSEP-2 course is the second edition of our flagship JSEP program . It is an all-inclusive preparation program meticulously designed for aspirants who seek a structured, mentor-guided, and result-oriented approach. It combines rigorous academic training with personal attention to ensure steady progress at every stage. The course offers comprehensive features such as access to live classes, recordings available for one year to facilitate long-term revision, and systematically planned weekly subject tests to help students track their preparation. Aspirants also benefit from detailed case compilations and notes for each subject, available beyond classroom learning. What truly sets JSEP-2 apart is its focus on personalized support — including regular doubt-clearing sessions, individual feedback on assignments, and dedicated one-on-one mentorship and counselling to keep students motivated and on track. Additionally, with a complimentary LiveLaw subscription, students stay constantly updated on current legal developments. In essence, JSEP-2 is crafted for serious aspirants who wish to leave nothing to chance and want a comprehensive ecosystem to achieve success.

JSEP LITE

JSEP-Lite has been thoughtfully crafted for aspirants who prefer a flexible and focused learning experience, with the option to learn on weekdays. While it provides core offerings such as access to live classes and recordings (available for one month post completion of each subject), it also includes end-of-subject final tests to ensure self-assessment and progress tracking. This program is ideal for those who wish to balance preparation with other commitments, while still benefiting from quality instruction and timely assessments.

OUR FACULTIES AND MENTORS

Patron and Chief Mentor: Justice V. Ramkumar, (Former Judge, High Court of Kerala)

Justice Ramkumar did his LL.B from Government Law College, Mumbai. He enrolled as an Advocate in the High Court of Kerala on 13-01-1979 and was directly recruited as a “District and Sessions Judge” in the year 1987. He also served as the “Law Secretary” to the Government of Kerala. He was appointed as a “Permanent Judge” in the High Court of Kerala in 2004, a position he held till his retirement in 2012. After retirement, he served as the Chairman of the “Advisory Board” under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007, from 2013 to 2016. From 09-10-2017 to 05-12-2019 he was the “Ombudsman” for the Kerala Cricket Association.

Justice Ramkumar has been frequently invited by the Kerala Judicial Academy, Kerala Bar Council and Law Universities for sharing the wealth of his knowledge and experience with the Judicial Officers, Police Officers, Advocates, Public Prosecutors and law students. Justice Ramkumar has authored many books including “Law of Prevention of Corruption", 'Tendering Pardon to an Accomplice"and “Magisterial Trials-Law And Procedure”. He also authored many articles on important legal concepts in Question & Answer format for LiveLaw.

Justice Ramkumar has graciously agreed to teach some of the core areas of criminal law to our judicial services aspirants.

Faculty cum Mentors:

Justice. K. Abraham Mathew, (Former Judge, High Court of Kerala)

Justice Mathew obtained his Law degree from Law College, Thane (University of Bombay). He joined the Judicial service in 1988 and served as the Munsiff-Magistrate. He was promoted as Sub Judge in 1992 and promoted as District Judge in 2001. He served as the Director, Kerala Judicial Academy, from 2010 to 2012. He was served as the Registrar (Vigilance), High Court of Kerala in 2012 and served as the District & Sessions Judge, from March, 2013 till December, 2013. He was sworn-in as the Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala on 01-01-2014 and appointed as a Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 10-03-2016. He retired on 18-01-2019.

He is an Honorary Professor, at Live Law Academy. He has very kindly consented to teach Code of Criminal Procedure /Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita and Law of Evidence/ Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam.

Justice Ved Prakash Sharma, (Former Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh)

Justice Ved Prakash Sharma is a distinguished former Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh and former Chairperson of the M.P. Law Commission, Bhopal. He began his judicial career in the Madhya Pradesh District Judiciary in 1983 and served with distinction until January 2016. From May 2002 to May 2007, he held the position of Director at the Madhya Pradesh State Judicial Academy. During 2009–2010, he served as a Professor at the National Judicial Academy, Bhopal, and later as Registrar General of the Madhya Pradesh High Court from April 2013 to January 2016. In July 2015, he participated in a five-day International Conference on 'Enhancement of Judiciary and Legal Systems Globally' organized by the Supreme Court of Singapore. Following his retirement from the district judiciary, he served as Chairman of the M.P. State Co-operative Tribunal, Bhopal, from 2nd February 2016 to 5th April 2016, and subsequently as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh (Indore Bench) from 7th April 2016 to 1st January 2018. He later held the position of Chairperson of the M.P. State Law Commission from June 2018 to April 2021, during which he submitted eight significant reports to the Government of Madhya Pradesh, including three reports recommending the repeal of around 1,500 outdated laws and two reports focused on criminal justice reforms. He is the author of two books: Legal Issues: An Anthology (2009) in English and Madhya Pradesh Mein Panchayati Raj (2005) in Hindi. Over the course of his career, he has delivered more than 200 lectures at the National Judicial Academy, Bhopal, the Central Academy for Police Training (CAPT), Bhopal, and various other academic institutions.

Vishalakshi Sathianathan

Ms. Sathianathan has completed her five-year law course from ILS Law College, Pune in 2013 followed by an LLM in Criminal Law and Administration with distinction from Central India College, Nagpur University in 2015. She has over nine years of teaching experience and qualified UGC NET. She has been a visiting faculty at Central India College, Nagpur and TMC Law College, Thane. Preceding her position at LiveLaw, she was the Head of Department (Law) at KES Shri. Jayantilal H. Patel Law College, Mumbai from 2022 onwards and has been an Assistant Professor at the same organization since 2018. She has been called upon to chair sessions and as a panelist by various institutions on topics ranging from gender inclusivity to police science. Her area of research centers around the status of mentally ill in the criminal justice system and she is pursuing a Ph.D. on this subject.

Akansha Singh

Ms. Singh holds a B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and a Master of Laws in Business Law from the National Law School of India University, Bengaluru. Additionally, she has qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Driven by her passion for academia, she has served as an Assistant Professor of Law and has more than 4 years of teaching experience. Ms. Singh has also contributed to the academic growth of numerous LLM students by guiding their dissertation research.

She has published book chapters, articles and participated in conferences and FDPs relating to her area of interest. Very recently, Ms. Singh worked as a research fellow with the Ministry of Law and Justice wherein she worked on certain crucial areas of law making.

Her vision at Livelaw Judicial Academy is to help her students cultivate a deep understanding of law. She strongly advocates for diligence and discipline.

Rohit Rohilla

Mr. Rohit Rohilla is a dedicated educator specializing in judiciary exam preparation. His expertise spans across crucial subjects tailored to meet the needs of judicial aspirants. His teaching methodology emphasizes conceptual clarity, practical application, and strategic preparation for competitive examinations.Mr. Rohilla has mentored countless judiciary aspirants. He has the ability to simplify complex legal concepts, making them accessible and engaging for students. Beyond classroom teaching, Mr. Rohilla has trained and mentored students for national and international moot court competitions, helping them achieve significant milestones and refine their advocacy skills. His experience of appearing in Judiciary Mains Examinations across multiple states, including Delhi, Bihar, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan—where he reached the interview stage—offers unique insights that he integrates into his teaching.

Sneha Arora

Ms. Arora has pursued LL.B. from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University after completing her graduation in B.Sc. Electronics Science, also from the Delhi University. She has pursued her LL.M. in Criminal Law specialisation from NALSAR University of Law and has qualified the UGC NET in December 2023. She finds her interest in Public Law and has been invested in research and teaching. She is also working as a guest Lecturer in the Hamdard Institute of Legal Studies and Research, Jamia Hamdard University where she has been teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate Law students.

Haresh Singhal

Mr. Singhal has 13 years of experience in teaching Hindi language for Judicial Services and other competitive exams. He holds a B.A. from Kota University and a B.Ed. from Sri Satya Sai University of Technology & Medical Sciences . Additionally, he earned two M.A. degrees— one from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and another from Bundelkhand University. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Hindi language. Mr. Singhal has also appeared twice in the Civil Services Examination (CSE) Mains, conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), in Hindi medium.

Shivam Shandilya

Shivam Shandilya holds a BBA degree and completed his LL.B. from the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, in 2020. Following his academic pursuits, he dedicated five years to intensive preparation for competitive examinations, during which he appeared in four UPSC Civil Services Mains, two mains of Uttarakhand State Civil Services Mains and Uttar Pradesh State Civil Services (UPPSC) Mains, respectively. Drawing from his strong foundation in public policy and governance, he is passionate about Defence and Foreign Policy Analysis.

Our faculty members are supported by a robust research team.

JSEP 2.0: COURSE DETAILS

Mode of Teaching: Online Only

Medium of Instruction: English

Class Timings (Tentative):

Monday to Friday: 4.00 PM to 9.30 PM

Saturday: 9.00AM to 5.00PM

Sunday: 9.00AM to 12:30PM

Course Duration: Approximately 18 Months.

Commencement of the Course: 1st May, 2025

Subjects Covered under JSEP 2.0

1. The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
2. The Limitation Act, 1963
3. The Commercial Courts Act, 2015
4. The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 / Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
5. The Indian Contract Act, 1872
6. The Sale of Goods Act, 1930
7. The Indian Partnership Act, 1932
8. The Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
9. The Specific Relief Act, 1963
10. The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 / Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
11. The Indian Penal Code, 1860 / Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
12. Hindu Law
13. Customary Law
14. Mohammedan Law
15. The Transfer of Property Act, 1882
16. The Registration Act, 1908 and The Stamps Act
17. The Constitution of India, Polity and Constitutional History
18. Law of Torts
19. Jurisprudence
20. Interpretation of Statutes
21. The Indian Easements Act, 1882
22. Law of Trust
23. Principles of Equity
24. The Copyright Act, 1957
25. The Trade Marks Act, 1999
26. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2021
27. The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
28. The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
29. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
30. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013
31. The Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
32. The Probation of Offenders Act, 1958
33. The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
34. The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
35. The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
36. The Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994
37. The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
38. The New Delhi Municipal Council Act, 1994
39. The Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957
40. The Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
41. The Rent Control Act (Delhi)
42. Principles of Pleading, Order, and Judgment Writing

Course Subscription Includes:

1. Free Annual Subscription of 'LiveLaw'- Legal News Portal
2. Weekly subject tests
3. Case compilations and notes (available till 1 month after the last class of that subject)
4. Doubt Clearing Sessions
5. Special Emphasis on GK (including Legal GK and Current Affairs)
6. Separate Language (Hindi) Classes
7. Discussion on Latest/Landmark Judgements
8. Mock Interviews
9. Individual feedback on assignments
10. Individual mentorship and counselling
11. Access to live classes
12. Access to recordings of live classes (available for 1 year from the last date of the live class for each subject)
13. End-of-the-subject final test

Course Fee: Rs.99,999/- [Including All Taxes]

JSEP LITE: COURSE DETAILS

Mode of Teaching: Online Only

Medium of Instruction: English

Class Timings (Tentative):

Monday to Friday: 5.00 PM to 9.30 PM

Course Duration: Approximately 18 Months.

Commencement of the Course: 1st May, 2025

List of Subjects:

Subjects Covered under JSEP Lite

• The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
• The Limitation Act, 1963
• The Commercial Courts Act, 2015
• The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 / Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
• The Indian Contract Act, 1872
• The Sale of Goods Act, 1930
• The Indian Partnership Act, 1932
• The Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008
• The Specific Relief Act, 1963
• The Indian Evidence Act, 1872 / Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
• The Indian Penal Code, 1860 / Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
• Hindu Law
• Customary Law
• Mohammedan Law
• The Transfer of Property Act, 1882
• The Registration Act, 1908 & The Stamps Act
• The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2021
• The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
• The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
• The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
• The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013
• The Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986
• The Probation of Offenders Act, 1958
• The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
• The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
• The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971
• The Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994
• The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
• Principles of Pleading, Orders & Judgment Writing

Course Subscription Includes:

• Access to live classes
• Access to recordings of live classes (available for 1 month only from the last class of that subject)
• End-of-the-subject final test
• Mock Interviews

Course Fee:

Rs.69,999/- [Including All Taxes]

The total fees are to be paid in full.

Note: The fee paid is not refundable.

COURSE COMPARISON

JSEP 2.0 V. JSEP LITE

“I have immense pleasure in expressing my admiration for the newly formed LiveLaw Academy committed to the arduous task of empowering Advocates who are aspiring for “Judicial service” in this great democracy. Members of the training faculty of this Academy are persons of exceptional caliber and standing. It is a boon that an august body like the LiveLaw itself has come forward to meet the challenges in this regard. All my BEST WISHES to the noble venture undertaken by LiveLaw.”

Justice V. Ramkumar, (Our Patron and Chief Mentor)

“The profession of law is recognized as the noble profession. The freedom a judicial officer enjoys in India makes his career an envy-able one. This is the reason why becoming a judicial officer has become the dream of every graduate in law.

LiveLaw Academy, a pioneer in the field of law in many ways, is about to start a course to help the graduates in law so that they may improve their knowledge and sharpen their skill to enable them to prepare themselves for taking the examination for the judicial services. I wish the endeavour a grand success.”

Justice K Abraham Mathew, (Honorary Faculty and Mentor, LiveLaw Academy)

OUR PREVIOUS COURSES

In a short span of three years, we have offered more than 18 short and long duration courses. While some courses aimed to simplify the Grundnorm i.e. The Constitution of India, others pertained to advanced areas of law like Privacy and Data Protection. Our flagship courses include the following:

1. Legal Mentorship Program (19th February – 7th May 2022) taught by Adv. Avani Bansal [BCL and M.Phil (University of Oxford), LL.M (Harvard University)]
2. Certificate Course on Constitution of India (16th July – 3rd December 2022) taught by Adv. Avani Bansal [BCL and M.Phil (University of Oxford), LL.M (Harvard University)]
3. Certificate Course on Constitution of India (11th February – 1st July 2023) taught by Adv. Avani Bansal [BCL and M.Phil (University of Oxford), LL.M (Harvard University)]
4. Certificate Course on Gaming and Gambling Law (17th – 18th June 2023) taught by Prof. Dr. Tejas Motwani [Alumnus University of Oxford, Teaching Fellow, Harvard University]
5. Fundamentals of Advocacy (4th November – 19th November 2023) taught by Senior Advocate PVS Giridhar
6. Two Weeks Online Certificate Course on Law Relating to Narcotic Drugs and Arms in India (19th February – 2nd March 2024) taught by Dr. Ajay Soni
7. Online Certificate Course on Privacy and Data Protection in India (16th March – 20th April 2024) taught by Adv. Vrinda Bhandari [Rhodes Scholar and Advocate on Record, Supreme Court of India]
8. Two Weeks Online Certificate Course on Competition Law in India (1st April – 13th April 2024) taught by Dr. Anand Kumar Singh, Prof. (Dr.) Kondaiah Jonnalagaada, Dr. Abha Yadav, Prof. (Dr.) Yogendra Kumar Srivastava, Mr. Mahendra Soni, Ms. Neha Sharma
9. Certificate Course on Constitution of India (5th May – 22nd September 2024) taught by Ms. Avani Bansal [BCL and M.Phil (University of Oxford), LL.M (Harvard University)]
10. Deciphering the New Criminal Laws: Exploring Changes and Beyond (22nd June – 30th June 2024) taught by Prof. Dr. Vageshwari Deswal, Prof. Mrinal Satish, Adv. Nanditta Batra, Adv. Yuvraj P. Narvankar
11. Practical and Procedural Aspects of Criminal Laws: The Old (CrPC) and the New (BNSS) (13th July – 11th August 2024) taught by Adv. Namit Saxena [Advocate on Record, Supreme Court of India]
12. Legal Mentorship Course by LiveLaw Academy (31st July – 16th October 2024) taught by Ms. Avani Bansal [BCL and M.Phil (University of Oxford), LL.M (Harvard University)
13. Advanced Course on Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023 (BSA) [Law of Evidence] (5th October 2024 - 22nd February 2025) taught by Senior Advocate, BG Harindranath [Former District & Sessions Judge]
14. The Trademark Law: From Registration to Litigation (16th November 2024 – 29th December 2024) taught by Adv. Rahul Bajaj [Rhodes Scholar]
15. The Judicial Service Examinations Preparation Course (15th January 2025 — ongoing) taught by retired High Court Judges and expert faculties
16. Comprehensive Course on Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 (15th January 2025 — 30th April 2025) taught by Ms. Vishalakshi Sathinathan [BSL LLB, LLM (Criminal Law & Administration), NET (Law), DIPL (Consumer Laws), DIPL (Corporate Laws), Pursuing PhD]
17. Comprehensive Course on Criminal Laws: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 (15th January 2025 — 30th April 2025) taught by Justice K. Abraham Mathew [Former Judge of the High Court of Kerala, Former Director of the Kerala Judicial Academy]
18. Comprehensive Course on Criminal Laws: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 & Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 (15th January 2025 — 30th April 2025) taught by Justice K. Abraham Mathew [Former Judge of the High Court of Kerala, Former Director of the Kerala Judicial Academy] and Ms. Vishalakshi Sathinathan [BSL LLB, LLM (Criminal Law & Administration), NET (Law), DIPL (Consumer Laws), DIPL (Corporate Laws), Pursuing PhD]

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Will there be an offline batch?

A. The course will be conducted entirely online, allowing for flexible and accessible learning. There will be no offline/physical classes.

Q. How can the students access the materials?

A. Students will be provided with tutorial videos on how to access classes, materials, and other resources through the website. There will be no physical dispatch of any material.

Q. How will I receive feedback on my subject tests?

Q. What is the course duration?

A. The duration for both JSEP 2.0 and JSEP Lite is approximately 18 months (May 2025 to October 2026).

Q. What are the major differences between JSEP 2.0 and JSEP Lite?

A. JSEP 2.0 includes additional subjects like Constitution, Torts, Jurisprudence, Arbitration, Rent Control, Trusts, Intellectual Property Laws, and dedicated GK, Hindi, and Judgment discussion classes.

JSEP Lite does not cover these additional topics and has classes only on weekdays.

Q. Will the Hindi, GK and Current Affairs classes be held?

A. For JSEP 2.0, These subjects will be covered through a mix of live and recorded classes.

For JSEP lite, there will be no separate classes for these subjects.

Q. Do I get access to class recordings?

A. JSEP 2.0: Recordings are available for 1 year from the last date of the live class for each subject.

JSEP Lite: Recordings are available for 1 month only from the last class of that subject.

Q. Will doubt-clearing sessions and individual mentorship be available in JSEP Lite?

A. No, these features are exclusive to JSEP 2.0.

Q. Which course should I choose?

A. If you want comprehensive coverage with additional mentoring, GK updates, notes, judgment discussions, and weekend classes, go for JSEP 2.0.

If you prefer a focused course with only essential subjects and classes on weekdays, JSEP Lite would be more suitable.

For more details contact:

E-mail: judiciary@livelaw.in

Website: www.livelawacademy.com