Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced that the preliminary examination for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Services Competitive Examination 2026 has been postponed. Originally scheduled to be conducted on 03 June 2026, the exam for 173 Civil Judge (Junior Division) vacancies under Advt No. 12/2026 will now be held on a new date which will be announced shortly. Candidates who successfully applied during the application window (which was extended till 30 April 2026) are strictly advised to keep checking this page for the latest updates, official notices, and Free Job Alerts regarding the new exam schedule. In the meantime, applicants should continue their preparation by reviewing the BPSC Syllabus 2026 and exam pattern.
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) 33rd Judicial Services Recruitment 2026 Details
Below are the most crucial dates and the required application fee structure for the BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Exam 2026. Candidates must complete their fee payment before the extended deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 25/02/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 30/04/2026 (Extended) |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 30/04/2026 (Extended) |
| Exam Date | 03/06/2026 (Postponed) |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Update Here Soon |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the BPSC official website regarding new exam schedules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ 100/- |
| All Category Female | ₹ 100/- |
| Payment Mode | Online Fee Payment (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) |
| Note (Biometric Fee) | An extra ₹ 200/- will be charged if the candidate does not provide their Aadhaar Number during the application. |
BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Recruitment 2026: Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 22 Years (Age calculated as on 01.08.2025)
- Maximum Age (UR Male): 35 Years (Age calculated as on 01.08.2022)
- Maximum Age (UR Female & Reserved Categories): 40 Years (Age calculated as on 01.08.2022)
- Age Relaxation: Extra age relaxation applicable as per Bihar General Administration Department Recruitment Rules. Retirement age for Judicial Officers will be 60 Years.
BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 173 Posts
The Bihar Public Service Commission has announced a total of 173 vacancies for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division). Note that there is a 35% horizontal reservation for women across all categories (61 reserved posts for women) and a 1% horizontal reservation for Orthopedically Handicapped (OH) candidates (2 posts).
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 69 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 17 |
| EBC (Extremely Backward Class) | 36 |
| BC (Backward Class) | 21 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 28 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 02 |
| Total Posts | 173 Posts |
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must strictly fulfill the educational and experience qualifications as stipulated in the official notification.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Civil Judge (Junior Division) – 33rd BJSE | Education: Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from a University/Institute recognized by the Bar Council of India, New Delhi.Experience: Minimum 3 Years of experience as a Legal Practitioner/Advocate at the Bar as on 23.02.2026.Note: Time spent working as a Law Clerk with a Judge will also be counted as valid experience. The practice certificate must be authorized by a competent Judicial Officer or a Senior Advocate with at least 10 years of experience. |
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for Upcoming Govt Jobs under the Bihar Judicial Services is highly competitive and will be conducted in the following chronological stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type): Acts as a screening test. Candidates equivalent to 10 times the total vacancies will be shortlisted.
- Main Examination (Written/Subjective Type): Detailed written test comprising compulsory and optional subjects.
- Interview / Personality Test: Valued at 100 Marks. Minimum qualifying marks for the interview is 35%.
- Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final stage before selection.
BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies (including current affairs) | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour 30 Mins |
| Paper 2 | Law | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
Main Law Topics for Prelims include: Evidence & Procedure, Constitutional & Administrative Law, Hindu & Muhammadan Law, Transfer of Property, Contracts & Torts, and Commercial Law.
Main Written Exam Pattern
Candidates must appear for 5 Compulsory Subjects and choose 3 out of 5 Optional Subjects.
- Compulsory Subjects: General Hindi (100 Marks), General English (100 Marks), General Knowledge (150 Marks), Elementary General Science (100 Marks), and Law of Evidence & Procedure (150 Marks). Note: Hindi and English are qualifying in nature (Minimum 30 marks required).
- Optional Subjects (Choose Any 3, 150 Marks Each): Constitutional & Administrative Law of India, Hindu & Muslim Law, Law of Transfer of Property & Principles of Equity/Trusts, Law of Contracts & Torts, Commercial Law.
How To Apply Online for BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Civil Judge (Junior Division) post can submit their application online before 30 April 2026 (Extended). Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the BPSC official online portal (
bpsconline.bihar.gov.in). - Step 2: All candidates must first complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using a valid mobile number and email ID. If you already have an OTR, use your existing credentials to log in.
- Step 3: Fill out the 6-step profile creation: Personal Info, Address Info, Other Info, Qualification Info, Experience Info, and Photo/Signature Upload.
- Step 4: Upload documents safely using the DigiLocker integration provided on the BPSC portal.
- Step 5: Capture a clear, live photograph using a webcam and upload scanned images of your signature in both English and Hindi.
- Step 6: Navigate to “Active Advertisements”, select Advt No. 12/2026, verify your details, and submit your application.
- Step 7: Pay the examination fee of ₹ 100/- via the online payment gateway.
- Step 8: Download and print two copies of the final submitted application form for future reference and document verification. Ensure the Application Number, ID, and Bar Code are clearly printed.
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Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to Apply Online 2026 for BPSC 33rd Judicial Services?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application and pay the examination fee has been extended to 30 April 2026.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies for the 33rd Bihar Judicial Services?
Ans. BPSC has announced a total of 173 vacancies for the post of Civil Judge (Junior Division) out of which 61 posts are reserved for women.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for BPSC Civil Judge 2026?
Ans. Candidates possessing a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a Bar Council of India recognized institute, along with a minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience at the Bar as of 23.02.2026, are eligible to apply.
Q4. Has the BPSC 33rd Judicial Services Preliminary Exam Date been postponed? Ans.
Yes, according to the latest official notice, the preliminary examination originally scheduled for 03 June 2026 has been postponed. Candidates are advised to keep checking Sarkari Result 2026 updates for the new schedule.
Q5. Is One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory for this BPSC recruitment?
Ans. Yes, candidates must strictly complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the new BPSC portal (bpsconline.bihar.gov.in) before applying for the 33rd Judicial Services Exam.
