Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 This recruitment drive is officially conducted for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Service Competitive Examination. The specific post you will be applying for is Civil Judge (Junior Division) (often referred to as PCS J – Provincial Civil Service Judicial) It is the entry-level position for law graduates into the state’s subordinate judiciary
Application and Examination Name/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Name of Recruitment: Civil Judge (Junior Division) Conducting Body: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Total Posts: 173 |
Important Dates/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Event | Important Dates | Revised/Current Date |
| Notification Release | 23 February 2026 | 23 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 25 February 2026 | 25 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 March 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 March 2026 | 30 April 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 30 May 2026 | 30 May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mains Exam Date | To be Announced | To be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be Announced | To be Announced |
Application Fee/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
| General / OBC / EBC (Bihar) | 100/- | Online (Net Banking, Card, UPI) |
| SC / ST (Bihar) | No Fee | Not Applicable |
| Women (Bihar) | No Fee | Not Applicable |
| All Other States Candidates | 100/- (approx.) | Online |
Educational Qualification/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Degree: Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) Recognition: It is mandatory that the university/college from which you graduated was recognized by the BCI at the time of your study. A certificate to this effect may be required |
Professional Experience/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| ⁕ Experience Requirement: A minimum of 3 years of practice as an Advocate ⁕ Counting of Experience: This experience is counted from the date of your enrollment with the Bar Council. ⁕ Law Clerks: Good news for those who have worked as Law Clerks—this experience is also counted toward the mandatory three-year requirement ⁕ Certification: Your practice certificate must be certified by a competent authority, such as the Principal District Judge or a senior advocate with 10 years of experience |
Age Limit/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Minimum Age: 22 years Maximum Age: 35 years (for General/Unreserved male candidates) Age Relaxation: OBC / BC / EBC (Male): Up to 38 years (3 years relaxation) SC / ST (Male): Up to 40 years (5 years relaxation) Women (All Categories, including Unreserved): Up to 40 years |
Total Number of Vacancies/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Category | Total Vacancies | Out of Which: Women (35% Reservation) |
| Unreserved (General) | 69 | 25 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 36 | 12 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 28 | 11 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 21 | 7 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 17 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2 | 1 |
| Total | 173 | 61 |
| POST NAME | TOTAL POST |
| 33 Bihar Judicial Services Competitive Examination 2026 | 173 |
How to Apply/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
Selection Process and Examination Phases/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| 1. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test): This is an objective-type exam (MCQs) designed to filter candidates for the Mains. The marks from Prelims are not counted for the final merit list; it is just a qualifying exam. 2. Mains Examination (Written Test): This is the most critical stage. It consists of descriptive/essay-type papers covering a wide range of legal and general subjects. The marks obtained in the Mains (along with the Interview) determine your rank. 3. Interview (Personality Test): Candidates who qualify in the Mains are called for a personal interview. This round assesses your overall personality, communication skills, and judicial temperament |
Examination Pattern and Syllabus/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
Preliminary Exam Pattern (Objective Type – 250 Marks)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I | General Studies | 100 | 1.5 Hours |
| Paper-II | Law | 150 | 2 Hours |
Mains Exam Pattern (Descriptive Type – 1050 + Marks)
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
| Compulsory Papers | General Hindi, General English, General Knowledge, Elementary Science | 100 each (Hindi & English qualifying) |
| Law Paper I | Indian Evidence Act | 150 |
| Law Paper II | Constitutional Law of India | 150 |
| Law Paper III | Hindu Law & Muslim Law | 150 |
| Law Paper IV | Law of Transfer of Property & Principles of Equity | 150 |
| Law Paper V | Law of Contracts & Torts | 150 |
| Law Paper VI | Commercial Law | 150 |
| Total | 1250 |
Syllabus Overview
| General Studies: Indian History, Geography, General Science, Current Affairs (National & International) |
| Law: The syllabus is vast and includes: Substantive Law: Indian Penal Code (IPC), Law of Contracts, Hindu & Muslim Law, Constitutional Law, Property Law. Procedural Law: Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), Indian Evidence Act. Commercial Law: Includes Companies Act, Negotiable Instruments Act, etc. |
Pay Scale/Bihar Civil Judge Recruitment 2026
| Pay Scale: Pay Level-10 (as per 7th Pay Commission) Basic Pay: The starting basic pay ranges from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month Gross Monthly Salary (Approx.): With allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA), the in-hand salary for a junior civil judge is upwards of ₹1,00,000 per month Other Benefits: Official residence, medical facilities, pension (or NPS), and leave travel concession are some of the additional perks. |
Important Link
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1. When is the new last date to apply for BPSC 33rd Civil Judge Recruitment?
The last date to apply online has been extended to 30 April 2026
2. I am a final-year LL.B. student. Can I apply?
Generally, you must possess your LL.B. degree by the application closing date. Candidates without a final degree are usually not eligible.Check the official notification for specific cutoff dates regarding degree completion.
3. What is the application fee for General category candidates from Bihar?
The application fee for General/OBC/EBC candidates from Bihar is widely reported as ₹100/-
4. I am a woman candidate from Bihar. Do I have to pay a fee?
No. Women candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar are exempted from paying the application fee
5. Is 3 years of practice mandatory? How is it calculated?
Yes, a minimum of 3 years of practice as an advocate is mandatory. It is calculated from the date of your enrollment with the Bar Council
6. What is the age limit for SC/ST candidates?
The maximum age limit for SC/ST candidates (male) is 40 years
7. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
The selection is a three-stage process: 1. Preliminary Exam, 2. Mains Exam, and 3. Interview/Personality Test
8. Can I edit my application form after submission?
The BPSC usually provides a limited correction window after the application process ends. However, it is best to fill out the form very carefully the first time, as not all fields may be open for correction
9. Will there be negative marking in the Prelims exam?
Yes, typically there is a negative marking of 1/4th of the marks for each wrong answer in the objective papers
10. Where can I download the official notification?
You can download the detailed official notification from the BPSC’s official website: www.bpsc.bihar.gov.in
