BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Notification 2026 under Advertisement No. 12/2026 for recruitment to the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division) in the Bihar Civil Service (Judicial Branch).
Eligible Indian candidates possessing a recognized Law degree and required legal experience can apply online through the official BPSC portal starting 25 February 2026. This competitive recruitment examination will be conducted through multiple selection stages including Preliminary Exam, Mains Examination, and Interview.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Total Vacancies | 173 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | As per official notification |
| Salary / Pay Level | As per official notification |
| Official Website | https://www.bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23 February 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 25 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 March 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 100/- |
| Biometric Fee (If Aadhaar Not Provided) | Rs. 200/- |
Age Limit
Age Criteria
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Minimum Age: 22 Years (as of 01.08.2025)
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Maximum Age: 35 Years (as of 01.08.2022)
Age Relaxation
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Reserved Category Candidates | 40 Years |
| Women (Including UR Women) | 40 Years |
Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification
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Candidates must possess a Law Degree or equivalent qualification from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India.
Experience
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Minimum three years of experience as a legal practitioner (Advocate) in the Bar as on 23.02.2026.
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Experience as a Law Clerk with a Judge will also be counted.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Total Vacancies | Women (35% Reservation) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 69 | 25 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 17 | 05 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 28 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 | 01 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 36 | 12 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 21 | 07 |
| Total | 173 | 61 |
Selection Process
The BPSC Bihar Judicial Services Recruitment selection process consists of the following stages:
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Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
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General Studies – 100 Marks
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Law – 150 Marks
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Mains Examination (Subjective Type)
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General Hindi
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General English
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General Knowledge
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Elementary General Science
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Law of Evidence & Procedure
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Three Elective Subjects (as per official notification)
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Interview
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Total Marks: 100
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Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35%
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Salary / Pay Scale
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Salary and pay level details are As per official notification.
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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Visit the official BPSC online portal: bpsconline.bihar.gov.in.
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Complete One Time Registration (OTR) using a valid email ID and mobile number.
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Login using your credentials.
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Fill Personal, Address, Qualification, and Experience details carefully.
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Upload or link documents through Digilocker or manual upload.
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Capture a live photo using webcam.
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Upload scanned signatures in Hindi and English.
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Lock your profile and go to the New Application tab.
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Apply for the 33rd Judicial Services Examination.
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Pay the application fee online.
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Download and print two copies of the submitted application form for future reference.
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Required Documents
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Documents uploaded through Digilocker or manual upload (as per official notification)
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Live photograph captured through webcam
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Scanned signature in Hindi
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Scanned signature in English
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Preliminary Examination
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Objective Type Examination
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General Studies — 100 Marks
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Law — 150 Marks
Mains Examination
Compulsory Papers:
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General Hindi
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General English
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General Knowledge
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Elementary General Science
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Law of Evidence & Procedure
Candidates must also select three elective subjects as provided in the notification.
Reservation Policy
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Category-wise reservation has been provided across UR, EWS, SC, ST, EBC, and BC categories.
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A horizontal reservation of 35% for women candidates has been implemented across categories.
Important Instructions for Candidates
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Hard copy submission to the BPSC office is not required.
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Candidates must keep a printed copy of the application form ready for document verification during the interview stage.
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Candidates who do not provide Aadhaar details must pay an additional biometric fee.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs — BPSC Bihar Judicial Services Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in BPSC 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Recruitment 2026?
A total of 173 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies have been announced.
Q2. When will online applications start for BPSC Bihar Judicial Services Exam 2026?
Online applications will start from 25 February 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for BPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 18 March 2026.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required for BPSC Judicial Services Exam 2026?
Candidates must possess a Law degree from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India.
Q5. Is legal experience required for BPSC Bihar Judicial Services Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Candidates must have at least three years of legal practice experience or equivalent experience as a Law Clerk with a Judge as on 23.02.2026.
Q6. Is there any limit on attempts for BPSC Judicial Services Examination 2026?
Yes. General category (non-reserved) candidates are limited to five attempts.
Disclaimer
Details are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before applying.
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