Important Notice: Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released notification for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Competitive Examination 2026 for 173 Civil Judge (PCS-J) posts. Application window was 25 February – 30 April 2026. LLB with 3 years experience required. Exam date to be announced.
Overview
| Organization | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Exam Name | 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Competitive Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) – PCS-J |
| Total Vacancies | 173 |
| Job Location | Bihar (District Courts) |
| Application Mode | Online (bpsconline.bihar.gov.in) |
| Official Website | bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 April 2026 (Closed) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 30 April 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | As per Official Schedule |
| Mains Exam | After Prelims Result |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Vacancy Details (Category-Wise)
| Post | UR | EWS | EBC | BC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|
| Civil Judge (PCS-J) | 69 | 17 | 36 | 21 | 28 | 2 | 173 |
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|
| Male (General / EWS) | 22 – 35 Years |
| Female (All Categories) | 22 – 40 Years |
| SC / ST (Bihar – Male) | 22 – 40 Years (5 Years Relaxation) |
| OBC / EBC / BC (Bihar) | 22 – 38 Years (3 Years Relaxation) |
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Approx. CTC |
|---|
| Civil Judge (Junior Division) | ₹77,840 – ₹1,36,520 (Bihar Judicial Service Pay Scale) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000+ |
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) – 3-year or 5-year integrated LLB from a recognised university in India.
- Minimum 3 years of legal practice / experience as an Advocate with Bar Council of Bihar.
- Must be enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Bihar or any State Bar Council.
- Must be a citizen of India and proficient in Hindi (Devanagari script).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| All Categories (UR / OBC / SC / ST / Female / Other States) | ₹100 |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) |
Exam Pattern – Bihar Judicial Services
| Stage | Type | Marks | Details |
|---|
| Prelims | Objective MCQ | 100 | Law subjects, GK, Reasoning – 2 hours |
| Mains | Descriptive / Essay | 500+ | Civil Law, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, Language Papers |
| Viva Voce | Oral Interview | 50 | Personality and legal knowledge assessment |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination – Objective MCQ screening test
- Main Examination – Descriptive law papers (Civil, Criminal, Constitutional Law + languages)
- Viva Voce (Interview) – Personality test and legal reasoning
- Document Verification – LLB degree, Bar enrollment, experience proof
- Final Merit List – Mains + Viva combined score
How to Apply
- Visit: bpsconline.bihar.gov.in
- Register and login with credentials.
- Fill the application with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
- Pay ₹100 fee and submit.
- Application window: 25 Feb – 30 Apr 2026 (now closed).
Required Documents
- LLB Degree and Mark Sheets
- Bar Council Enrollment Certificate (Bihar or any State)
- Experience Certificate (3 years as Advocate)
- 10th, 12th, Graduation Certificates
- Bihar Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS/EBC) if applicable
- Aadhar Card / Valid Photo ID
Pro Tip: Bihar Judicial Services is one of the most prestigious state-level judicial exams. With a salary of ₹1 lakh+, it offers excellent career stability. The Mains is the real test — focus deeply on Civil Procedure Code (CPC), Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), Indian Penal Code (IPC), Contract Act, Transfer of Property Act, and Evidence Act. Aspirants who have cleared CLAT PG or LLB with high marks have an advantage. Start moot court practice for the viva stage.
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