BPSC Civil Judge Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Recruitment Overview
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released the official notification (Advt No. 12/2026) for the recruitment of 173 Civil Judges (Junior Division). This is a significant opportunity for law graduates aspiring for a prestigious career in the Bihar Judicial Service. This recruitment is strictly based on a Competitive Examination consisting of Prelims, Mains, and an Interview. Candidates must possess an LL.B. degree and have at least 3 years of practice as an advocate.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Judge (Junior Division) |
| Total Vacancies | 173 |
| Application Start Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 March 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale/Salary |
|---|
| Civil Judge (Junior Division) | 173 | As per 7th Pay Commission (Level - 10) |
Note: Specific reservation breakdown (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) will be detailed in the official PDF notification.
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
Educational Qualification
- Must possess a Law Degree (LL.B.) from a university or college recognized by the Bar Council of India.
- Experience: Must have been practicing as an Advocate for at least 3 years continuous practice as on 23-02-2026.
- Experience as a Law Clerk is also counted for the eligibility criteria.
- Certification of practice must be issued by a Principal Judicial Officer or an Advocate with 10+ years of standing.
Age Limit (As of 01 August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 22 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (For General Female, EBC, BC, SC, ST, EWS, and OH candidates).
- Upper Age Limit: 35 years for General (Male) candidates.
Physical Standards
- Candidates must possess sound health and be free from any disqualifying physical defects.
Examination Structure & Selection
The recruitment involves a rigorous three-stage selection process:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type): Conducted to shortlist candidates for Mains (Conducted only if there is a large number of applicants).
- Mains Written Examination (Descriptive): Consists of Compulsory papers and Optional papers.
- Interview/Personality Test: Carrying 100 marks.
- Document Verification.
Exam Pattern (Likely Structure)
| Stage | Mode | Type | Negative Marking |
|---|
| Prelims | Offline/Online (CBT) | Objective (MCQ) | Yes (Usually 1/3rd deduction per wrong answer) |
| Mains | Offline (OMR/Descriptive) | Subjective/Descriptive | No |
| Interview | Viva Voce | Oral | - |
Syllabus Highlights
- Law: Indian Constitution, IPC, CrPC, CPC, Evidence Act, Contract Law, Family Law, Property Law.
- General Knowledge: Current Affairs, History & Culture of Bihar, Indian History.
- English/Hindi: Grammar, Comprehension, Precis Writing.
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|
| General / OBC | Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST (Bihar Domicile) | Rs. 100/- |
| All Categories (Female) | Rs. 100/- |
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official BPSC website: https://bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the link "Apply Online for Civil Judge (Junior Division) Recruitment 2026".
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form with correct personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload the required documents (Photograph, Signature, LL.B. Degree, Practice Certificate) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- through the online payment gateway.
- Review all details carefully and submit the application.
- Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
Important Dates
- Date of Advertisement: 23 February 2026
- Online Application Starts: 25 February 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 18 March 2026
- Age Limit Reference Date: 01 August 2025
- Practice Experience Reference Date: 23 February 2026
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