To become the UPPSC Civil Judge, there are certain criteria set by the official commission in order to find the best suitable candidates. The criteria for UPPSC APO lay the groundwork for aspiring applicants looking to pursue a career in the judiciary. The eligibility criteria are tough, with a focus on ensuring the highest levels of legal ability and ethical conduct. Understanding and completing these qualifying requirements are critical stages for applicants seeking a career as a civil judge through the UPPSC examination.
UPPSC Civil Judge Age Limit
According to the official notification, candidates must be at least 22 years old and no older than 35 years old on the first of July of the following year, as per the relevant service rules and requirements. Find out the maximum age limit for each category in the space below:
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
| Others | 35 years |
| Ex-Servicemen Belonging to “Others” | 40 years |
| SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBC&DCs, BCs, BCMs (including Ex-Servicemen belonging to these communities) | 40 years |
| Differently Abled candidates to “Others” | 50 years |
UPPSC Civil Judge Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the position of UPPSC Civil Judge, the applicant must have a Bachelor of Laws degree from a university established by law in Uttar Pradesh or from a university recognized by the government. Additionally, the candidates:
- Must hold a Bachelor of Laws degree from an Indian university designated by the Governor for this purpose, ideally one established by law in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
- Must be a member of the Faculty of Advocates in Scotland, an English or Northern Irish barrister, or an advocate enrolled under the terms of the Advocate Act of 1961 and eligible to practice in the court.
- Must have a decent understanding of written Hindi in Devnagari.
UPPSC Civil Judge Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens to be considered for the UPPSC Civil Judge job. A candidate who requires a certificate of eligibility will be admitted to a test or interview and appointed provisionally until the Uttar Pradesh government issues the relevant certificate.
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