UP PCS-J — Uttar Pradesh Provincial Civil Services (Judicial) Preliminary Examination
About this Exam
UPPSC Uttar Pradesh Provincial Civil Services (Judicial) Preliminary Examination (Practice Test)
The Uttar Pradesh Provincial Civil Services (Judicial) Preliminary Examination is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) to shortlist candidates for the Judicial services recruitment pathway. If you aspire to serve the state in a judicial capacity—like entering the Uttar Pradesh Judicial Services—this preliminary stage is the decisive first filter. Use this practice test to build accuracy and speed in a law-heavy exam with no negative marking.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | ~75 | ~75 | 33% |
| Law (Substantive & Procedural) | ~75 | ~225 | 67% |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 100% |
What This Practice Test Covers
- General Knowledge: current affairs, UP/state-specific knowledge, general awareness, and basic reasoning-linked topics.
- Law (Substantive): key principles across core legal areas frequently asked in prelims.
- Law (Procedural): procedural rules and concepts designed to test application-ready understanding.
- Exam Skills: time management strategies for 120 minutes with 150 questions and no negative marking.
Preparation Tips
Focus on law first: revise standard concepts (substantive and procedural) and practice MCQs daily to improve recall speed. For General Knowledge, dedicate short, consistent sessions to UP/state updates and courtroom/legal-relevance current affairs. Attempt mock tests under timed conditions and review every wrong answer to find repeating patterns. Since there is no negative marking, learn to maximize attempts while maintaining accuracy in law-based questions.