JKPSC Civil Judge (Junior Division) Preliminary Exam 2025: Provisional Answer Key Released, Objection Window Open

The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has officially released the Provisional Answer Key(s) for the J&K Civil Service (Judicial) Preliminary Examination 2025. The exam, conducted for the recruitment of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Subordinate Judiciary, was held on 28th September 2025 across two sessions.

This provisional release provides candidates with an opportunity to cross-check their responses and raise objections if they find discrepancies in the official answer keys.

👉 Direct PDF Link to Answer Key Notification: Download Here

Key Highlights of the Notification

• Exam Name: J&K Civil Service (Judicial) Preliminary Examination 2025
• Post: Civil Judge (Junior Division) in Subordinate Judiciary
• Exam Conducting Body: Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC)
• Date of Exam: 28th September 2025
• Notification Number: PSC/Exam/S/2025/34
• Date of Notification: 28th September 2025
• Provisional Answer Keys: Released for Paper-I & Paper-II (Series A)
• Objection Window: 29th September 2025 to 3rd October 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
• Fee for Objection: ₹500 per question (Refundable if objection is found valid)
• Official Website: www.jkpsc.nic.in

Details of the Provisional Answer Key

The commission has released the provisional answer keys of Question Booklet (Series A) for both Paper-I and Paper-II of the Civil Judge (Junior Division) Preliminary Examination.

Candidates can match their responses with the provided answer keys to evaluate their tentative scores. However, since this is a provisional answer key, candidates who believe that an answer has been incorrectly marked by JKPSC have the right to challenge it.

How to Raise Objections?

Candidates who find discrepancies in the provisional answer keys must follow the prescribed procedure laid down by JKPSC.

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Match Responses
   • Candidates must compare their answers with the Series A Question Booklet and identify the specific question(s) they wish to challenge.
2. Prepare Representation
   • The objection should be submitted strictly in the prescribed format (Annexure-A) provided in the notification.
   • Supporting documentary proof/evidence must be attached.
   • Only hard copies will be accepted.
3. Fee Payment
   • A fee of ₹500 per question must be submitted via a Demand Draft drawn in favour of COE, J&K PSC.
   • The amount will be refunded if the objection is found genuine and correct.
4. Submission of Objection
   • The representation, along with proof and fee, must be submitted to the Controller of Examinations, JKPSC, between 29th September 2025 and 3rd October 2025 (till 5:00 PM).
5. Important Note
   • Objections without the requisite fee will not be entertained.
   • Submissions after the last date will not be considered under any circumstances.
   • Objections sent through email or any mode other than hard copies will be rejected.

Why Answer Keys Are Important for Candidates

The release of answer keys serves multiple purposes:

1. Transparency in Recruitment
   • It ensures fairness in the examination process by allowing candidates to check and verify the evaluation system.
2. Self-Assessment
   • Candidates can calculate their tentative scores before the official results are announced.
3. Raising Objections
   • If a candidate identifies an incorrect answer in the official key, they have a chance to challenge it with evidence.
4. Exam Strategy for Future
   • Aspirants preparing for future judicial services exams can analyze the difficulty level and question patterns.

Important Dates to Remember

Fee & Refund Policy

• The prescribed objection fee is ₹500 per question.
• Payment must be made via Demand Draft in favour of COE, J&K PSC.
• If the commission accepts the objection as genuine, the fee will be refunded to the candidate.
• In case the objection is found invalid, the fee will be forfeited.

What Happens After Objections?

1. JKPSC will examine all objections submitted with supporting evidence.
2. Subject experts may be consulted to verify the validity of the claims.
3. If any corrections are required, JKPSC will publish the Final Answer Key after considering valid objections.
4. The final answer key will form the basis for evaluation of candidate performance in the preliminary exam.
5. Results of the preliminary exam will be declared thereafter.

Next Stage of the Selection Process

The recruitment process for Civil Judge (Junior Division) in Subordinate Judiciary generally involves three stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
   • Screening test to shortlist candidates for the main exam.
2. Main Examination
   • Written exam that tests in-depth legal knowledge.
3. Interview/Viva-Voce
   • Personality and knowledge assessment for final selection.

Candidates who qualify the preliminary stage (based on cut-off marks) will be eligible to appear for the Main Examination.

Candidate Guidelines

• Candidates should not delay in checking the provisional answer key and filing objections if required.
• Ensure that the Annexure-A format is properly filled before submission.
• Objections must clearly mention:
  • Question Number (as per Series A)
  • Provisional Answer given by JKPSC
  • Correct Answer as per candidate’s claim
  • Documentary proof supporting the claim
• Submit the representation before 3rd October 2025, 5:00 PM. Late submissions will not be entertained.

Direct Access to Official PDF

For the convenience of candidates, JKPSC has made the notification and provisional answer keys available online.

🔗 Download PDF of JKPSC Provisional Answer Key (Civil Judge Preliminary Exam 2025):
Click Here

Conclusion

The release of the JKPSC Civil Judge (Junior Division) Preliminary Exam 2025 Provisional Answer Key is a crucial step in ensuring fairness and transparency in the recruitment process. Candidates now have the chance to evaluate their performance and challenge any discrepancies within the stipulated time frame.

The objection window will remain open from 29th September 2025 to 3rd October 2025 (till 5:00 PM). It is strongly advised that candidates go through the answer keys carefully, gather proper documentary evidence, and file objections in the prescribed format if required.

The final answer key and subsequent result declaration will follow after the scrutiny of objections. Aspirants should stay updated through the official JKPSC website for further notifications.

📌 For continuous updates, visit the JKPSC official website: www.jkpsc.nic.in

✅ With this, candidates have clarity about the answer key release, objection process, fee, deadlines, and next stages of recruitment.