How to Become Judge in 2024 : High & Supreme Court Judge Salary, Eligibility, Services Examination, Duties and Responsibilities etc.

How to Become Judge in 2024:- To become a government judge in India, it is a mandatory criterion for you to have an LLB degree from a recognized university. You must be enrolled as an advocate under the Advocates Act 1961 with membership of the State Bar Council. (Mandatory for some states) You must be at least 21 years of age, and the maximum age limit for the judge exam is 35.

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Today the legal sector of the country is full of job opportunities, but one legal career that is a dream for those who really want to change the legal landscape of the country for the better is to become a judge. Becoming a judge is not just about adjudicating cases, but sitting on the judge’s chair is indeed a matter of immense pride and honor. In terms of status, judges in India are given very high status, immense responsibilities and a lot of respect.

Here is a complete guide for you which will show you the roadmap of your journey to becoming a judge.

How to Become Judge in 2024

How to Become Judge in 2024:- To become a judge, a person must appear for the Judicial Services Examination or PCS (J), also known as the Provincial Civil Services Judicial Examination. This examination is exclusively for law graduates who wish to serve as members of the subordinate judiciary.

Becoming a judge in India is not an easy task. It is indeed a long, challenging journey. However, if a person resolves to become a judge and follow the correct instructions, he can hit the mark. And today we will tell you in detail about the qualification, eligibility, examination, salary, merit and other qualifications to become a judge in India, so you must read this article till the end.

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Organization Chart of Supreme Court

Qualifications Required to Become Judge

• To become a judge in India, a bachelor’s degree in law is mandatory.
• Additionally, any person who has practiced law for 7 years or more can also apply for the judiciary.
• These seven years of service in the legal profession may be as a pleader, government pleader or advocate.
• Additionally, a candidate aspiring to become a judge in India must be a citizen of India and be of good moral character.

Eligibility Required to Be a Judge

• To become a judge in India, one has to pass the state judiciary examination.
• This examination is conducted by the State Public Service Commission.
• On the basis of performance in the written examination, a merit list is prepared, after which the candidates are called for interview round and oral examination.
• After the selection process, selected candidates will have to undergo training lasting for one year.
• They are then appointed as Metropolitan Magistrate or Judicial Magistrate.
• Thereafter, he must serve as a Judicial Magistrate for a minimum period of three years.
• Only after these three years do they become eligible to be appointed as District Judge.
• Candidates can apply to be promoted to a higher judiciary, such as the High Court or even the Supreme Court.

Eligibility of High Court Judge

• The candidate must be a resident of India
• Should be enrolled with Bar Counsel Of India
• Should have an experience of at least 10 years of advocacy in High court or High court in succession.
• Alternatively if he has held a judicial office for more than 10 years

The judges of the High Court are appointed by the President of India in consultation with the Chief Justice. If the High court covers the jurisdiction of two or more states then along with the president and Chief justice, the governors of the respective states are also consulted before appointment of such High Court Judges.

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Eligibility of Supreme Court Judge

• The candidate must be a citizen of India.
• The candidate has been a judge of the high court or high court in succession for at least 5 years or
• The candidate has been an advocate in the High court or High court in succession for at least 10 years or
• If the president of India observes the candidate as a distinguished jurist, he holds the right to appoint that candidate as the Supreme Court Judge.

CHIEF JUSTICE OF INDIA

The final and most prestigious judge is the Chief Justice of India. The president of India appoints the Chief Justice of India.

Salary & Perks of Judge

• A judge’s salary may depend on position or jurisdiction.
• A judge posted in the lower judiciary receives a salary ranging from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 50,000 per month.
• In case of becoming a judge in High Court or Supreme Court, the salary is Rs. 1,00,000 to Rs. 2,50,000 per month.
• Judges in India are also entitled to innumerable other benefits and allowances.
• These include medical facilities, official residences and more.

Salary of District Court Judge

The Salary of a district court judge is 24000/- (approximately) but he receives a lot of allowances like House Rent Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Travel Allowance, Partial Vehicle Allowance, Pension after Retirement.

Salary of HIGH Court Judge

Salary of High Court Judge- A high court judge earns up to Rs. 2, 25,000/- per month plus hospitality allowances up to Rs. 27,000/-. However this might differ from state to state.

Salary of SUPREME Court Judge

Salary of Supreme Court Judge- a Supreme Court judge earns upto Rs. 2, 50,000/- per month plus hospitality allowances upto Rs. 34,000/-.

Duties of a Judge & judicial officer

A judge is appointed to maintain law and order in his jurisdiction. He provides justice to the accused and innocent people in the incidents and accidents happening in his work area. The judge hears all witnesses and other evidence presented by the prosecution and defense. Based on the evidence presented and in accordance with the law, the judge decides whether the accused person is guilty or innocent. If the accused is found guilty then the judge pronounces the sentence. And if the person is found innocent then he is released without any punishment.

The powers of judicial officers vary and are usually limited to a certain jurisdiction. Judicial authorities are also known as persons entitled to enforce enforcement documents, establish factual circumstances, transfer documents and any other functions provided for by law.

Judge & Judicial Services Examinations

If a candidate wants to become a judge in the Indian Judicial Service then he or she has to appear for the Judicial Services Examination or PCS (J) Provincial Civil Services-Judicial Examination. Candidates who have recently completed their law degree are eligible to become judges of subordinate courts only after appearing in this examination. Once the candidate clears this examination then there are two types of further examinations – Lower Judicial Service (LJS) and Higher Judicial Service (HJS).

1. Lower Judicial Services (LJS) Examination

Exam Format

• Preliminary Exam – MCQ based exam – Candidates are required to score minimum 60
  % marks to qualify this exam.
• Main Exam – Descriptive type exam – Candidates are required to write detailed answers and score minimum 40% in each exam and 50% in to qualify for the Interview.
• Interview – This round includes face to face interaction with the selection panel. Candidates passing the main examinations thereby appear for the interview round for final selection.

Eligibility of Lower Judge

• The Candidate must be a Citizen of India.
• Must have an integrated 5 year or 3 year after graduation LLB degree or LLM degree (optional).
• Fluency in local/ regional language (in some states)

Age Limits for Lower Judicial

It is pertinent to note that the age limit of Lower Judicial Services Examination differs from state to state however the lower limit is 21 years and the upper limit is usually set at 35 for general candidates and relaxation is given to candidates falling under SC/ST/OBC categories.

Syllabus of Lower Judicial Examination

• General Knowledge.
• Proficiency In English Language and Aptitude.
• Constitutional law.
• Contract Law and Tort Law.
• Transfer of Property law.
• Indian Evidence Act.
• Law of Torts.

2. Higher Judicial Services (HJS) Examination

To be eligible to become a district judge candidates have to appear for the Higher Judicial Services. Civil Judges, Advocates willing to become District judge after enrolling with Bar Council of India,

Exam Format

• Preliminary Exam – MCQ based exam – Candidates are required to score minimum 60
  % marks to qualify this exam.
• Main Exam – Descriptive type exam – Candidates are required to write detailed answers and score minimum 40% in each exam and 50% in to qualify for the Interview.
• Interview – This round includes face to face interaction with the selection panel. Candidates passing the main examinations thereby appear for the interview round for final selection.

Eligibility of Higher Judge

Any law graduate having enrolled with Bar Counsel of India and having experience of more than 7 years as an advocate is eligible to appear for the Higher Judicial Services.

Age Limits for Higher Judicial

The age limit set for the Higher Judicial Services Examination is 35 years however it fluctuates in some states.

Syllabus of Higher Judicial Examination

• General Knowledge
• Language
• Law – 1 (Substantive law)
• Law 2 – (Procedure and Evidence)
• Law 3 –( Penal, Revenue and Local Laws)

By now you are well versed with how to become a judge till District level. Beyond this is High Court Judge and Supreme Court Judge, let us now discuss the same.

Number of Attempts in Judicial Examination

No maximum number of tries has been set by the commission for the candidates. As a result, we can conclude that applicants may apply for the UPPSC Civil Judge Recruitment as long as they meet the maximum age requirement. 

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